Police Officer IV

Stephenville, TX
Tarleton State University

Salary: $25.84 – $28.42 per hour

Position Summary:

The Police Officer IV, under general supervision, provides specialized professional law enforcement skills by giving service, information, and aid to citizens as circumstances require, preventing crime, suppressing disturbances, investigating criminal offenses, arresting offenders, field train new officers and assume supervisory status as assigned. Patrol currently utilizes 12-hour shifts (Pitman Schedule). Job location is Stephenville, Texas with possibility of some duty assignments at the Fort Worth campus.

Essential Functions:

  • 65% Patrol duties; Provides for the safety of the students, faculty and staff by patrolling campus on foot, by vehicle, ATV or by riding bicycles. Prevents Crime and suppresses disturbances. Enforces Criminal Law and Texas Transportation Code violations. Performs preliminary investigation of crimes and incidents creating initial reports. Reports violations of Tarleton State University Rules and Regulations. Assists neighboring law enforcement agencies. Testifies in court proceedings. Investigates traffic accidents.
  • 30% Public Service: Provides motorist assistance (vehicle jump starts and unlocks.) Attends campus functions and gatherings. Assists Residential and Living Learning. Attends community events and student speaking engagements. Provides escorts to students, faculty and staff as requested. Provides police presence at special events.
  • 5% Responds to emergency calls for service. Provides welfare and/or medical concern checks and request EMS/Ambulance services. Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements:

  • High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience;
  • Five years of experience as a licensed Police Officer.
  • Hold a Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) advanced certification.
  • Must have a State of Texas class “C” vehicle operator’s license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.