Campus Police Officer

Stillman College•Tuscaloosa, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Stillman College, West Alabama's only four-year HBCU, seeks an experienced, mission-driven professional to serve as a Campus Police Officer. The Campus Police Officer plays an essential role in supporting the College's mission by helping maintain a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for students, faculty, staff, visitors, and the broader Stillman College community. Under the direction of the Chief of Campus Police, the Campus Police Officer promotes and maintains campus safety and security; enforces applicable laws, regulations, and College policies; conducts investigations; responds to emergency and security calls; patrols assigned areas; prepares detailed reports; and provides professional assistance to members of the College community. The Campus Police Officer is responsible for crime prevention and control, traffic and parking enforcement, emergency response, public safety, building security, event security, and other related campus safety services. The officer is expected to establish and maintain positive working relationships with students, employees, visitors, local law enforcement agencies, and members of the surrounding community. The position requires a strong commitment to professionalism, integrity, confidentiality, sound judgment, and service to the Stillman College community. The selected candidate must be available to work assigned shifts, including day, evening, overnight, weekend, holiday, athletic event, and special event assignments, based on the operational needs of the College.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Minimum of two years of law enforcement experience preferred or required based on the position classification.
Valid Alabama Peace Officers' Standards and Training Commission (APOSTC) certification, or other applicable law enforcement certification recognized by the State of Alabama.
Valid driver's license.
Must be insurable under the College's applicable vehicle insurance requirements.
Ability to successfully complete required criminal background screening.
Ability to obtain and maintain CPR and First Aid certification.
Ability to maintain all required law enforcement certifications and qualifications.
Ability to work assigned shifts, including evenings, overnight hours, weekends, holidays, and special events.
Knowledge of law enforcement practices and procedures.
Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and campus safety practices.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to prepare accurate and detailed reports.
Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion.
Ability to remain calm and professional during emergency situations.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty, staff, visitors, and law enforcement partners.
Ability to establish positive relationships with the College community.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to respond appropriately to changing campus safety and security conditions.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of all required Human Resources employment processes, including applicable criminal background checks, employment verification, credential verification, driver's license verification, and any other screening required by Stillman College or applicable law.
The selected candidate must satisfy all applicable requirements for employment as a Campus Police Officer and maintain required certifications throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or higher from an accredited institution.
Prior campus police, higher education, or university law enforcement experience.
Experience in crime prevention, investigations, emergency response, or community policing.
Experience working with college students and diverse populations.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Provide foot and vehicular patrol of the Stillman College campus, including buildings, grounds, parking areas, and other assigned locations.
Conduct scheduled tours and security checks of buildings and grounds to ensure the safety and security of persons and property.
Respond to and investigate incidents occurring on campus, including criminal offenses, traffic accidents, safety concerns, and violations of College policies.
Assist with misdemeanor and felony investigations, including interviewing victims, witnesses, suspects, and other involved individuals.
Prepare detailed case files, incident reports, and other required law enforcement documentation.
Provide security assistance and escorts to students, faculty, staff, and visitors when appropriate.
Enforce applicable criminal and traffic laws and College policies within the officer's authorized jurisdiction.
Take appropriate law enforcement action, including arrests, citations, or summonses, when authorized by law and applicable College procedures.
Keep the Chief of Campus Police and appropriate College administrators informed of significant matters involving campus safety and security.
Secure College buildings and facilities.
Issue citations for parking violations and assist with enforcement of College parking regulations.
Complete clear, concise, accurate, and timely incident reports following reported incidents.
Maintain required daily activity logs and other departmental records.
Inspect campus areas for safety and security hazards and report concerns to the appropriate department.
Investigate and respond to adverse campus conditions and situations.
Monitor College events to promote the safety and security of students, employees, participants, and visitors.
Lock and unlock offices and buildings as authorized and conduct after-hours security checks.
Assist with campus emergency notifications and emergency response procedures.
Provide assistance and escorts to campus visitors as directed.
Detect and report hazardous conditions, including lighting outages, obstructions, property damage, roadway concerns, and other safety hazards.
Complete required continuing education and professional law enforcement training.
Maintain all required certifications and qualifications applicable to the position.
Maintain firearms qualification and other required law enforcement certifications in accordance with applicable requirements.
Maintain availability to work assigned day, evening, overnight, weekend, holiday, and special event shifts.
Maintain lost-and-found property in accordance with College procedures.
Appear in court and provide testimony as required.
Participate in emergency preparedness training, drills, and exercises.
Monitor campus security cameras and report suspicious or unusual activity.
Provide security for athletic competitions, College events, programs, and activities.
Assist with training College personnel regarding safety, security, emergency response, and related matters.
Assist with the development and implementation of campus security and emergency response procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Chief of Campus Police.
Adhere to all Stillman College policies, procedures, rules, and applicable laws.
Maintain confidentiality concerning sensitive student, employee, College, and law enforcement information.
Maintain professional knowledge and skills through continuing education and professional development.
Interact with diverse student and employee populations in a courteous, respectful, and professional manner.
Maintain appropriate work hours consistent with the assigned schedule and College requirements.
Represent Stillman College in a positive and professional manner.
Demonstrate appropriate physical fitness and agility necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.
Participate in College committees, training activities, and community initiatives when assigned.
Assist with campus safety, emergency preparedness, and security planning.
Promote a safe and welcoming environment consistent with the mission and values of Stillman College.