Public Safety Officer - University Police

University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB)•Galveston, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

To provide the skills necessary to enforce rules and regulations pertaining to the operation and parking of vehicles on campus and in the inspection and safeguarding of buildings and property. Department Marketing Statement: The University of Texas Medical Branch Police Department strives to provide protection and service in a courteous manner to the faculty, staff, students, patients, and visitors of UTMB in conformance with the Regents Rules and Regulations, UTMB policies, or federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. The Department also implements programs that are aimed at preserving the assets of UTMB.

Requirements

High school or equivalent.
No experience necessary.
Must possess a Valid Texas Class C Driver’s License.
Must pass a drug screen, a thorough background investigation, and may be required to take a polygraph.
Should have the physical and mental capabilities to properly carry out responsibilities and duties as a Guard/Public Safety Officer of The University of Texas System Police.
Must possess a valid driver's license and be eligible to drive a university-owned and/or leased motor vehicle.
Must successfully pass a thorough background investigation.
Must be able to provide credible testimony in a court of law.

Responsibilities

Responsible for enforcing the regulations pertaining to the parking of vehicles in university-controlled property
Directing traffic
Patrolling University-controlled property for the purpose of safeguarding buildings and property under the control and jurisdiction of the U.T. System Administration or an institution of The University of Texas System.
Must pass a drug screen, thorough background investigation, and may be required to take a polygraph.
Follows standard practices and procedures to patrol buildings and grounds.
Directs flows of traffic
Patrols buildings and grounds on foot or in vehicles to provide security and prevent crime
Writes reports on incidents occurring on campus or the System Complex.
Patrol buildings and grounds to check for fires, water leaks, potential security and safety hazards, and general building security.
Patrols assigned areas for the safety of employees, patients, and visitors, protects property from theft, vandalism, illegal entry, and other acts of crime.
Examines doors, windows, and gates to determine that they are secure, checks for fire, water leaks, and other safety hazards
Provides information to visitors on the location of parking facilities, buildings, and offices
Examines credentials of persons desiring entrance to unauthorized areas.
Assures that buildings are accessible during opening hours and secure when not in use.
Responds to emergency calls and directs activities during adverse weather conditions.
Adheres to internal controls established for the department.
Performs related duties as required.