Corporal

San José State University•San Jose, CA

1d•$7,056 - $10,404•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 safety matters. The Corporal 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 who leads a shift and directs officers in the field. The position also supports investigations, traffic enforcement, campus events, emergency preparedness, crime prevention, safety programs, staff training, and community outreach. The Corporal may assume command in the absence of superiors and help develop, implement, and enforce policies, procedures, and regulations. The role requires meeting POST certification requirements and performing the duties of a sworn law enforcement officer, including wearing a full duty uniform and specified safety equipment. Shifts vary and may include nights and weekends. The employee may be called back on minimal notice for major incidents or campus emergencies and may occasionally travel to other campus offices or off-campus locations. A valid driver's license is required. The anticipated hiring salary is $9,498 per month; the CSU salary range is $7,056 to $10,404 per month. SJSU describes its employee benefits package as typically worth 30–35% of base salary.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Graduation from a Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) academy and a Basic Course Certificate.
Two or more years of individual patrol experience as a Police Officer.
Valid driver's license; out-of-state candidates selected must obtain a California driver's license within 10 days of hire.
After hire, successfully complete the Defensive Driver Training Program provided by the State of California for California State University campuses.
Meet all requirements for POST Certification.
Ability to communicate professionally and respectfully with constituents; resolve sensitive situations; and write clear, comprehensive reports.
Knowledge of current law enforcement methods and procedures, criminal codes and laws, and investigative techniques and procedures.
Ability to think and act effectively in emergency and sensitive situations, make sound judgments independently, maintain composure in stressful or volatile situations, and deal tactfully with a diverse population.
Ability to oversee and evaluate staff, provide leadership, training, and direction, and assist in developing department policies and procedures.
Ability to organize and plan work and projects, handle multiple priorities, maintain confidentiality, and appropriately handle sensitive communications.
Ability to quickly learn and apply state, federal, CSU, and SJSU policies and procedures.
Excellent customer service and public relations skills, and ability to assist in administering a public safety program fairly and objectively.
Ability to perform the duties of a sworn officer in a small law enforcement agency, including arrest and control techniques, firearms qualifications, and operation of emergency vehicles, while wearing a full duty uniform and specified safety equipment.
General awareness of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, and willingness to develop skills in their appropriate, responsible, and ethical use in a higher education environment, consistent with institutional policies and practices.
Ability to work varying shifts that may include nights and weekends, respond to call-back with minimal notice for major incidents and campus emergencies, and occasionally travel to other campus offices and off-campus locations.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Patrol the University Police Department's jurisdiction and arrest violators of applicable 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 violators within the assigned jurisdiction, conduct initial investigations of crimes on state property, and investigate potential safety hazards.
Provide security for large gatherings, assemblies, and university activities or events.
Participate as required in emergency preparedness, crime prevention, and safety programs.
Develop, implement, and enforce campus and department policies, procedures, and regulations within the assigned area of responsibility.
Serve as the lead or senior member on an assigned campus patrol operation and assist with leading shifts 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.
Represent the department publicly and conduct workshops supporting department programs.
Assist campus personnel, students, and the public with public safety matters.
Prepare and present oral and written reports.
Initiate police action and maintain order while enforcing laws, rules, and regulations.