Corporal

CSU Careers•San José, CA

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The Corporal performs general law enforcement work for the University Police Department, including patrolling campus buildings and grounds on foot or by vehicle, maintaining order, enforcing laws and regulations, apprehending and processing violators, initiating police action, preparing and presenting reports, and assisting campus personnel, students, and the public with public safety matters. The position serves as a lead or senior member of a campus patrol operation and may act as a team leader, assistant watch commander, or patrol agent responsible for directing officers in the field and leading a shift. The Corporal may assume command in the absence of superiors, provide on-the-job training, develop training and lesson plans, and represent department programs through public presentations and workshops. Duties also include supporting emergency preparedness, crime prevention, safety programs, and university events. Work shifts vary and may include nights and weekends, and the employee may be called back on minimal notice for major incidents or campus emergencies.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Graduation from a Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) academy and a Basic Course Certificate.
At least two years of individual patrol experience as a Police Officer.
Valid driver’s license. Out-of-state hires must obtain a California driver’s license within 10 days of hire.
After hire, successfully complete the State of California Defensive Driver Training Program for California State University campuses.
Meet all requirements for POST Certification.
Ability to communicate professionally and respectfully with constituents, including in sensitive situations.
Effective interpersonal skills, oral and written communication skills, and the ability to write clear, comprehensive reports.
Ability to think and act effectively in emergency and sensitive situations; maintain composure in highly stressful or volatile situations; and work independently using sound judgment.
Thorough knowledge of current law enforcement methods and procedures, criminal codes and laws, and investigative techniques and procedures.
Ability to oversee and evaluate assigned staff, provide leadership, training, and direction, and assist with developing department policies and procedures.
Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with a diverse population and assist in administering a public safety program fairly and objectively.
Ability to handle multiple priorities and organize and plan work and projects.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive communications appropriately.
Ability to quickly learn and apply state, federal, CSU, and SJSU policies and procedures.
Excellent customer service and public relations skills.
Ability to perform duties associated with a sworn position in a small law enforcement agency, including arrest and control techniques, firearms qualifications, and emergency-vehicle operation.
Ability to wear a full-duty uniform with specified safety equipment and perform the basic job functions of a POST-certified law enforcement officer.
Ability to work varying shifts, which may include nights and weekends, and to respond to a callback with minimal notice for major incidents and campus emergencies.
Ability to occasionally travel to other campus offices and off-campus locations.
Successful completion of a background check, including criminal records check, is required for employment.
Evidence of required degree(s) or certification(s) must be provided at the time of hire.
Applicants who meet minimum qualifications must disclose certain final sexual-harassment decisions within the past seven years; applicants reaching the final stages must sign a release authorizing current and former employers to provide relevant substantiated misconduct information to the CSU.
As a mandated reporter, comply with California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act requirements and CSU Executive Order 1083; promptly report possible Title IX incidents and discrimination, harassment, or retaliation.
If designated as a Campus Security Authority, immediately report Clery incidents and complete required Clery Act training.

Nice To Haves

P.O.S.T. Intermediate Certificate.
Three or more years of experience as a sworn officer.

Responsibilities

Patrol areas within the University Police Department’s jurisdiction and arrest violators of federal, state, and local laws; prepare factual arrest reports.
Investigate crimes on campus when the perpetrator has evaded arrest or detection and prepare complete reports.
Cite traffic-regulation violators within the specified jurisdiction; conduct initial investigations of crimes on state property and investigate potential safety hazards.
Provide security for large gatherings, assemblies, university activities, and events.
Participate in emergency preparedness, crime prevention, and safety programs as required.
Develop, implement, and enforce campus and department policies, procedures, and regulations within the assigned area of responsibility.
Serve as lead or senior member of an assigned campus patrol operation; assist the watch commander or patrol agent in leading a shift and directing officers in the field.
Assume command in the absence of superiors.
Provide on-the-job training to assigned staff and develop lesson plans and training for community groups.
Provide public presentations and workshops in support of department programs.