Police Officer

Midland College•Midland, TX

21d•Onsite

About The Position

Midland College is hiring a commissioned law enforcement officer to protect the safety and welfare of students, staff, and visitors and to protect College property. Under general supervision, the officer patrols College locations, responds to calls for service, enforces laws and College parking rules, investigates incidents, and provides assistance to the College community and the public. The position may involve day, evening, or midnight shifts on weekdays or weekends, depending on staffing needs, as well as an on-call rotation and occasional travel for training, meetings, and events. Midland College describes itself as a growing institution serving students and the Permian Basin through education, workforce development, and community partnerships. The College emphasizes the values YES, STUDENTS, and ACT, and seeks employees who are adaptable, collaborative, solutions-oriented, and committed to continuous improvement and student success. The position is based across Midland College campuses, including the main campus, ATC, and Cogdell. Salary is $58,832–$59,715. Benefits include medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans; FSA and retirement savings programs; tuition remission for employees; and paid time off, including winter break. Benefit eligibility may vary by job classification. An employment offer depends on a satisfactory criminal background investigation.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Texas Peace Officer license and required in-service training hours for Basic Peace Officer licensure or above from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE).
Some law enforcement experience.
Computer literacy.
Knowledge of police traffic RADAR operation.
Working knowledge of the Texas Penal Code, Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, and Texas Transportation Code.
Ability to successfully complete the department’s entire Field Training Program during the 13-week probationary period.
Ability to complete biannual 40-hour Texas Peace Officer in-service training.
Ability to pass the department’s annual daytime and low-light firearms and basic patrol rifle course.
Valid Texas driver’s license, good driving record, and insurability under Midland College’s insurance policy.
Ability to remain stationary 50% of the time and sit or stand for long periods.
Ability to occasionally move or drive to other locations on and off campus, including for training, meetings, and events.
Ability to use a keyboard repetitively at a workstation and perform manual dexterity tasks.
Ability to communicate frequently and exchange accurate information.
Sufficient stamina to work long hours as necessary and walk considerable distances during a shift.
Ability to respond to calls at any time of day or night and participate in an on-call rotation throughout the year.
Ability to work and train under strenuous emergency and non-emergency conditions.
Availability for assignment to day, evening, or midnight shifts on weekdays or weekends when staffing needs dictate.

Nice To Haves

College or university campus law enforcement experience.

Responsibilities

Patrol assigned areas on foot, bicycle, or in a police vehicle to preserve the peace, enforce laws, prevent and detect crime, and respond to complaints.
Respond to calls regarding service, accidents, disturbances, crime, distress, or illness.
Provide information, assistance, and service to students, staff, and the public.
Investigate illegal or suspicious activities, people, and establishments, as well as the causes and results of accidents, and complete required reports.
Collect and preserve physical evidence, protect crime scenes, and record and report incident facts.
Control and direct traffic and enforce College parking rules and regulations.
Mediate and resolve conflicts involving students, department personnel, and community members.
Provide escort services as needed and assist state, county, and city law enforcement authorities upon request.
Conduct crime-prevention programs and presentations for faculty, staff, students, and the surrounding community.
Testify at administrative hearings and in court, presenting evidence by describing conditions, situations, and individuals’ actions.
Complete other duties as assigned.
Complete the department’s Field Training Program during the 13-week probationary period.
Complete 40 hours of Texas Peace Officer in-service training biannually.
Pass the department’s daytime and low-light firearms and basic patrol rifle course annually.