Police Officer II

Dallas, TX
University of North Texas - Dallas

Position Summary:

The University of North Texas at Dallas invites applications for the position of Police Officer II .Perform all duties normally associated with employment as a licensed police officer; including, preventive patrol, arrest, search seizure, traffic enforcement, crash investigation, public safety and service, investigation of criminal incidents, and maintaining public order on the university campus and surrounding area. Work involves patrolling day and night all campus areas, buildings and parking lots. Police Officers must exercise good judgment and discretion in dealing with violators of laws and University regulations. Police Officers may be required to work special assignments, special events or be on call.

Essential Functions:

  • Testifies in criminal/civil court, administrative hearings and other required venues.
  • Enforces traffic laws and directs traffic upon area public streets.
  • Protects lives and property.
  • Performs other duties as directed by the Chief of Police or police supervisory personnel.
  • Observes safety and security measures appropriate to work performed and work supervised.
  • Conducts regular patrols inside and outside of buildings, parking lots, and around the campus grounds to watch for criminal activity, unsecured buildings, fires, and any other unusual conditions or irregularities.
  • Investigates reports of criminal behavior and university regulations.
  • Arrests violators and files appropriate charges where and when such action is appropriate.
  • Issues citations for parking and traffic violations.
  • Conducts traffic accident investigations.
  • Prepares written and oral reports on completed investigative activities and calls.

Requirements:

  • High school diploma/GED equivalent.
  • Must be at least 20.5 years of age at time of application.
  • The State of Texas requires all peace officers to be a U.S. citizen or a legal permanent resident of the United States.
  • If a legal permanent resident, the applicant must be an honorably discharged veteran of the armed forces of the United States with at least two years of service before discharge and presents evidence satisfactory to the commission that the person has applied for United States citizenship.

Preferred Requirements:

  • The preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications: Bachelors Degree in business, criminal justice, sociology, computer science or related field.
  • Bilingual English/Spanish.