Certified Police Officer

Dallas College

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for providing protection and service to all students, faculty, staff and general public at college campuses and facilities of Dallas College. This role involves the enforcement and maintenance of law and order through continuous patrol, surveillance, crime prevention, and enforcement of all applicable laws. The officer must be able to maintain peace officer licensure, provide emergency medical treatment, analyze situations quickly, and handle situations firmly, courteously, and tactfully. Utilization of computer technology for data access, record maintenance, and report generation is essential. The position also requires maintaining confidentiality, fostering a positive workplace atmosphere, and ensuring all police operations are conducted ethically and sensitively to the diverse cultures within the college community. The officer must also maintain the security and integrity of Dallas College's critical infrastructure.

Requirements

Current and valid Texas Peace Officer license and driver’s license required.
Psychological testing, freedom from drug dependency testing, and a physical (medical) will be conducted as a condition of employment.
Works shifts, as assigned, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Official transcripts and licenses will be required.
Will be subject to a criminal background.
Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check.
Knowledge and ability to provide enforcement and maintenance of law and order by continuous patrol, surveillance, crime prevention and enforcement of all applicable laws of the city, state, and federal government and in accordance with Dallas College policies and procedures.
Able to establish and maintain contact with other law enforcement agencies.
Stays up to date on laws, ordinances, and relevant issues in law enforcement.
Able to maintain peace officer licensure by obtaining proper bi-annual TCOLE mandated training.
Trained or obtain training to provide emergency medical treatment, including CPR/AED, until medical personnel arrive.
Ability to analyze situations quickly, accurately, and objectively to determine proper course of action.
Able to handle situations firmly, courteously, tactfully, and with respect for the rights of others.
Ability to utilize computer technology to access data, maintain records and generate reports.
Able to prepare incident reports, assists in case preparation, and appears in court, as necessary.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of work-related information and materials.
Able to establish a positive, cooperative, and productive workplace atmosphere by maintaining effective working relationships with individuals within the Dallas College community network.
Ability to ensure all police operations and services are conducted in an ethical manner that enhances the community network, are sensitive to the many cultures of the college community and provides the best possible service to ensure an environment that allows for student success and academic achievement.
Must have good moral character with the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
Must have the ability to maintain the security and integrity of the critical infrastructure of Dallas College.
Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to, computers, calculator, copier, and fax machine.
Some crawling, reaching, handling, sitting, standing, pushing, bending, crawling, and pulling.
Physical capability to run, walk, and climb over rough and unfamiliar terrain, fences, and other obstacles for extended periods of time.
Operate motor vehicle for long periods of time.
Control person resisting arrests; to move a disabled or combative individual.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual or multilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

Patrols college facilities and property on foot, bicycle and by motor vehicle; issues citations; secures doors, gates, and other entrances and exits to the grounds and facilities.
Conducts preliminary investigations, gathers evidence, and obtain witness statements related to automobile accidents, suspected crimes, and nuisances, etc.
Responds to calls/complaints from campus or dispatch to assist students, faculty, staff and/or the general public with requests for service/assistance or with civil and criminal complaints.
Opens and secures campus grounds and facilities on a daily basis; sets alarms and security surveillance systems.
Works well with the public, co-workers, and the Dallas College community network.
Communicates effectively via police radio, telephone and in person.
Provides daily status reports to supervisor regarding follow-up investigations, potential hazards, etc.
Maintains compliance with proper data collection procedures necessary for adherence to Texas racial profiling reporting laws.
Handles handguns, baton, and/or defense spray in a safe and effective manner and be tested on same periodically.
Effectively uses interpersonal, communication and diplomacy skills when interacting with individuals.
Provides excellent customer service.
Completes required Dallas College Professional Development training hours per academic year.
Performs other duties as assigned.