Police Officer

About the Position

The Police Officer will work under the direct supervision of the patrol sergeant and the senior officer in charge, responding to calls for police service within SMU’s jurisdiction and is responsible for protecting life and property, as well as enforcing all City, State and Federal laws and University policies.

Essential Functions

• Patrol campus and surrounding properties by vehicle, foot, or bicycle;
• prevent or deter criminal activity;
• Making arrest, issuing citations (parking, moving, UP citations or justice of the peace citations);
• Investigating crimes, vehicle accidents and complaints;
• Directing traffic and crowd control during special events including collegiate sporting events;
• Assist the community as needed (directions, escorts, lock or unlock campus facilities) settling disputes.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED, sixty (60) semester college hours from an accredited college or university;
• Or any special training and experience in civilian or military police is required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Minimum of 21 years of age
• US Citizenship
• TCOLE Basic Peace Officer Certification OR have taken and passed the TCOLE Basic Peace Officer Exam.
• A current Texas Vehicle Operator's License
• No convictions of an offense above a Class B Misdemeanor or a conviction of a Class B Misdemeanor within the last 10 years.
• No convictions of any family violence offense
• If applicable, must have an "Honorable Discharge" from military service.

Physical/Environmental Demands

• Bend, Squat, Stand, Crawl, Climb Walk for long distances
• Reach above shoulders
• Handle objects (dexterity)
• Push/Pull
• Carry/Lift over 50 lbs
• Kneel

Benefits

SMU offers staff a broad, competitive array of health and related benefits. In addition to traditional benefits such as health, dental, and vision plans, SMU offers a wide range of wellness programs to help attract, support, and retain our employees whose work continues to make SMU an outstanding education and research institution. SMU is committed to providing an array of retirement programs that benefit and protect you and your family throughout your working years at SMU and, if you meet SMU's retirement eligibility criteria, during your retirement years after you leave SMU. The value of learning at SMU isn't just about preparing our students for the future. Employees have access to a wide variety of professional and personal development opportunities, including tuition benefits.