Police Officer

About Us

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year. We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

Department Summary

The Police Department at UNT Health is seeking to hire a Police Officer. The Police Officer provides law enforcement, security and related public safety services for both the protection of University owned property and the members of the community in fulfillment of the departments mission to provide a comprehensive program of services to help ensure the campus remains a safe and pleasant place in which to live, study and work.

Responsibilities

• Enforcement of state laws, traffics laws, city ordinances, and University rules and regulations.
• Respond to calls for service in HSC service area.
• Provide building security.
• Operation of police vehicles and radio.
• Performance of crime prevention efforts and initiatives.
• Completion of police related paperwork and reports.
• Performance of foot patrol, bicycle patrol and vehicle patrol as appropriate.
• Perform dispatch functions as needed.
• Perform crash investigations and investigation of criminal incidents.
• Maintain daily documentation for vehicles and monthly checklists.
• Detains, arrests, or issue citations to individuals suspected of criminal activity.
• Answer calls for service in HSC primary jurisdiction and related property.
• Provides security during special events (graduations, conferences, etc.).
• Enforce state laws, Local ordinances, traffic laws and university regulations related to the welfare of students, faculty, staff and the general public.
• Complete and submit accurate police reports in a timely manner.
• Patrolling of university owned, leased or operated property by foot, bike and vehicle to provide a visible deterrence of crime.
• Intensive walking/patrolling on University property.
• Performs dispatch function as needed.
• Participate in community based police activities and programs.
• Perform a variety of technical and administrative tasks in support of law enforcement services.
• Perform all aspects of law enforcement duties including investigation, community services, administration and training.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must have physical ability to perform police officer (Law Enforcement) duties.
• Employees in this job may be responsible for conducting research on, working on, or having the ability to access critical organizational infrastructure and they must be able to maintain the security and integrity of the infrastructure related to this role.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to furnish acceptable character references.
• Understanding of and willingness to abide by the Police Officers Code of Ethics.
• Physical ability to perform Police Officer (Law Enforcement) duties.
• Ability and willingness to work long or irregular hours, on various and changing shifts, sometimes under severe emotional stress and inclement weather.
• Exercises good judgment and utilizes tact and courtesy when working with the public under frequently stressful conditions.
• Ability to react quickly and effectively under emergency (high stress) situations.
• Demonstrates professional demeanor and superior oral communication skills.
• Ability to formulate effective solutions to problem situations in accordance with statutes, regulations, and training.
• Knowledge of safety and security precautions appropriate to work performed.

Preferred Qualifications

• 10 years of police officer experience.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

• Advanced TCOLE Peace Officer License

Physical Requirements

• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
• Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
• Lifting and moving objects up to 20 pounds.
• Communicating with others to exchange information.

Environmental Hazards

• Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.
• Low temperatures.
• Elevated temperatures.

Work Schedule

Varies

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.

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