Campus Police Officer

Tennessee Board of Regents•Murfreesboro, TN

91d•$47,000 - $50,000•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Director of Public Safety, the Campus Police Officer investigates crimes and accidents and protects property, facilities, citizens, staff, and students using proactive law enforcement techniques. The position is based at the TCAT-Murfreesboro campus. Motlow State positions are contingent upon funding availability and budget approval. The officer patrols campus areas, manages pedestrian and vehicle traffic, enforces traffic and parking rules, investigates suspected crimes and vehicle accidents, prepares reports and case files, and may testify in court or other legal proceedings. The officer operates and maintains assigned law enforcement equipment and must maintain Tennessee POST certification through required annual in-service training. Applicants must meet Tennessee requirements for certified police officers, maintain Tennessee POST certification throughout employment, and hold a valid Tennessee Operator License. The role requires meeting applicable legal, physical, background, and psychological qualifications for police officers. The officer must be able to use and carry required law enforcement equipment and perform the physical activities described in the posting.

Requirements

Meet the requirements for a Certified Police Officer under TCA § 38-8-107 and be certified by the Tennessee Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission (POST).
Be a Tennessee POST-certified law enforcement officer and maintain certification throughout employment.
Meet the requirements of TCA § 38-8-106, Qualifications of Police Officers.
Be at least 21 years of age.
Be a U.S. citizen.
Be a high school graduate or possess an equivalency credential.
Not have been convicted of, pleaded guilty to, or entered a plea of nolo contendere to a felony or to violations of federal or state laws or city ordinances relating to force, violence, theft, dishonesty, gambling, liquor, or controlled substances.
Not have been released or discharged from any U.S. armed forces service under other than honorable conditions.
Have fingerprints on file with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation.
Have passed a physical examination by a licensed physician.
Have good moral character as determined by a thorough background investigation conducted by the employing agency.
Be free of apparent mental disorders as described in DSM-III, with certification of meeting these criteria by a qualified psychiatric or psychological professional.
Possess a valid Tennessee Operator License issued by the Tennessee Department of Safety.
Know Tennessee state laws, federal education and privacy laws, and college policies.
Know the court system and how to present evidence in court proceedings, effective investigative methods, and campus geography.
Be able to understand and follow oral and written instructions; communicate effectively with people from a wide range of backgrounds; resolve conflict through verbal, non-physical communication; react calmly and quickly in emergencies; ascertain facts through contact, observation, and examination of records; establish trusted working relationships; and explain relevant laws, policies, and regulations.
Be able to grasp, lift, carry, wear, or deploy required law enforcement equipment weighing up to 80 pounds and perform the physical activities of law enforcement, including crawling, crouching, stooping, bending, stretching, standing, walking, and running.
Have sufficient strength to pull, lift, and carry unconscious individuals from vehicles or emergency scenes as necessary and to defend against aggression and physical attacks.
Submit an application, transcripts, and resume online.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Criminal Justice from a regionally accredited institution.
At least five years of experience as a POST-certified law enforcement officer.
Possess and maintain current Tennessee POST certification as a law enforcement officer.

Responsibilities

Patrol campus areas.
Direct, monitor, and control pedestrian and vehicle traffic.
Enforce traffic and parking violations as necessary.
Investigate suspected crimes, report findings, and arrest suspected individuals.
Investigate motor vehicle accidents involving persons or property, report probable cause, and pursue an appropriate course of action.
Prepare reports and case files, and provide testimony in court or legal proceedings.
Operate and maintain all assigned law enforcement equipment.
Maintain POST certification by successfully completing all required POST-mandated annual in-service training.
Meet local-area and institutional requirements related to bonding, arrest authority, and use of lethal and less-lethal weapons.
Perform other related duties as assigned.