Campus Police Officer at Trinity Valley Community College (TX) – Athens, Texas

• Patrol campus grounds and perimeter on foot and/or in a patrol vehicle to insure a safe environment; including: traffic enforcement, emergency response, law enforcement, etc.
• Coordinate and provide for the delivery of law enforcement, security, and emergency services to campus.
• Receive, investigate and complete reported complaints, and other investigative services as requested.
• Coordinate criminal prosecutions with federal, state and/or local police agencies and with prosecutors' office(s) for criminal incidents.
• Serve as liaison with other social service agencies.
• Develop, coordinate and implement crime prevention and community policing programs and projects.
• Provide leadership and training to new officers on campus.
• Assist in the coordination and patrol of special and sporting events as required.
• Assist in the administration of the department as required or requested.
• Provide specific training to fellow officers in specialized job related areas.
• Cooperate with local law enforcement, criminal justice and emergency response agencies on matters of mutual interest.
• Assist the public with vehicle jump starts, requested information, and escorts.
• Ability to respond quickly to emergency situations which may not be familiar.
• Ability to work under pressure, occasionally for long periods of time.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to work with appropriate safety related gear including a bullet proof vest, firearms, handcuffs, etc.
• Ability to physically and mentally perform the essential duties of the job, with or without accommodation.
• Other duties as assigned by appropriate supervisory personnel.

EDUCATION REQUIRED:

High school diploma or GED, successful completion of a TCOLE approved Basic Peace Officer Course, and has passed the TCOLE exam for peace officers.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

One (1) year related experience

PREFERRED:

Two (2) years’ related experience

• Typing/Data Entry
• Software proficiency – Microsoft Office
• Operating equipment – office or otherwise
• Written and oral communication
• Interpersonal and customer service skills
• Public Speaking/Presenting
• Basic Math
• Leadership/ Management
• Attention to detail
• Time management
• Organization
• Federal Regulations and Directives
• Operational Systems and procedures
• Compliance Law