Police Officer

University of Montevallo•Montevallo, AL

43d•$42,000

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to ensure the safety and well being of students, faculty, and staff at the University of Montevallo (UM). Open or secure buildings and outlying facilities owned by UM. Provide various services to the public and perform specialized duties to ensure the functionality of all events or activities held at UM.

Requirements

Knowledge of the State of Alabama's Title 13A and Title 32 and the impact in different situations
Knowledge of the University of Montevallo's housing rules and regulations and other policies
Awareness of the buildings and facilities (all doors, time the building is in use) to secure appropriately
Interpersonal skills
Knowledge of the safe use of firearms
Ability to communicate orally and in writing
Investigative skills and the ability to interview witnesses and suspects
Basic automotive skills
Basic computer knowledge
Knowledge of general public safety forms to include incident or offense forms, arrest reports, bond documents, trespass warnings, vehicle impoundment, state accident reports, and private property reports
Knowledge of fire alarm systems, fire alarm panels and locations
Knowledge of burglar alarm systems, burglar alarm panels and locations
Knowledge of surrounding area of Montevallo for mutual aid when called upon by surrounding agencies
Ability to maintain calm in volatile situations
High School diploma/GED
Alabama Peace Officers Standards and Training Certification (police academy)required
12 hours minimum of continuing education annually
Valid driver's license
Acceptable driving record

Nice To Haves

Experience working for a university police department strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Answer calls regarding criminal activities on campus.
Patrol the campus in search of possible criminal activities, and to deter criminal activities.
Open buildings for normal campus activities.
Secure buildings after school operations.
Serve on foot patrol in promoting safety, and to interact with the public.
Serve on foot patrol to ensure safety of residents in dormitories.
Provide mutual aid to surrounding agencies as needed.
Issue parking tickets to violators of the University of Montevallo parking regulations.
Respond to calls regarding locked vehicle doors, dead batteries, and flat tires.
Provide reports on incidents or offenses to the State of Alabama, and the University of Montevallo.
Arrest subjects in violation of Alabama Laws.
Respond to calls regarding fire alarms, and reset systems.
Review facilities for problems after business hours, and contact maintenance accordingly.
Provide safety escorts for students and faculty under distinct circumstances.
Verify fishing permits at University of Montevallo College Lake.
Requires a 12-hour shift.
Interact with students and faculty to promote a healthy relationship between the Police Department and the various organizations on campus.
Ensure campus safety by investigating and deterring potential criminal activities.
Attend training classes throughout the year.
Remain in compliance with the State of Alabama guidelines for carrying firearms.
Follow up on cases, interview potential suspects, and investigate leads in solving cases.
Monitor traffic at various campus events.
Remain available for on-call or change in shift work requirements.