Job Information
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center – El Paso Police Officer in El Paso, Texas
38851BR
Extended Job Title:
Police Officer
Org Level 1:
Texas Tech Unv Hlth Sci Ctr El Paso
Position Description:
Performs all aspects of police duties on the campus and other university property. Duties include but are not limited to, enforcing state laws and university rules and regulations. Position may also perform some related security functions. Work is performed under general supervision in accordance with established procedures and is evaluated on the effective implementation of University and state regulations and adherence to departmental guidelines.
Requisition ID:
38851BR
Travel Required:
Up to 25%
Major/Essential Functions:
Provide for public safety by maintaining order, responding to emergencies, protecting people and property, enforcing motor vehicle and criminal laws, and promoting good community relations as required by TTPD Ops and/or Texas State Law.
Patrol specific area on foot, on bike or in a police vehicle to observe and address violations of traffic law as required by TTPD Ops and/or Texas State Law.
Provide basic traffic enforcement to observe and address violations of traffic law.
Investigate traffic accidents and other accidents to determine causes and to determine if a crime has been committed. Render aid to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries.
Monitor, note, report, and investigate suspicious persons and situations, safety hazards, and unusual or illegal activity in patrol area. Record facts to prepare reports that document incidents and activities.
Review facts of incidents to determine if criminal act or statute violations were involved and take appropriate action as required by TTPD Ops and/or Texas State Law.
Identify, pursue, and arrest suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
Operate various investigative instruments for gathering evidence, conduct basic investigations of all crimes against persons or property, develop conclusive cases, properly store and submit evidence.
Testify in court to present evidence or act as witness in traffic and criminal cases.
Photograph or draw diagrams of crime or accident scenes and interview principals and eyewitnesses.
Control hostile and non-hostile crowds including but not limited to sporting events, demonstrations, rallies, or scenes of various emergencies.
Maintains proficiency in the use of police related equipment and weapons.
Adhere to all TTUHSCEP policies, procedures, and processes.
Personally demonstrate, display, and act in accordance with TTUHSCEP's values(Service, Respect, Accountability, Integrity, Advancement, and Teamwork. Actively promote and encourage staff across the institution.
Perform all other duties as assigned.
Grant Funded?:
No
Minimum Hire Rate:
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications.
Pay Basis:
Hourly
Schedule Details:
24/7
Work Location:
El Paso
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local and state security operations for their protection, data, property, and institutions.
Critical thinking and decision making.
Ability to react calmly in emergency situations.
Ability to speak clearly and concisely and remain calm in emergency situations.
Ability to make common sense decisions and use initiative in performance of duties.
Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.
Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.
Bilingual in English/Spanish and able to effectively communicate with Spanish speaking constituents.
Campus:
HSC - El Paso
Department:
Police Elp
Required Attachments:
Professional License or Certification, Resume / CV, Transcript
Job Type:
Full Time
Pay Statement:
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as, the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan on the Human Resources webpage.
Job Group:
Police/Fire
Shift:
Other
EEO Statement:
As an EEO/AA employer, the Texas Tech University System and its components will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
Required Qualifications:
Fifteen (15) semester college hours from an accredited college or university plus a basic TCLEOSE license.
Applicants must meet commissioning standards for Texas Peace Officers as mandated by the Texas Commission of Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education.
Possession of Texas driver's license.
Does this position work in a research laboratory?:
No
Jeanne Clery Act:
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. You can locate this report through our website at: https://www.ttuhsc.edu/emergency/clery-report.aspx .