Police Officer II

About the role

Texas A&M University–Kingsville (TAMUK) is seeking a Police Officer II to prevent and investigate violations of the law, University rules and regulations. The university is located in historic Kingsville, a friendly, safe city of 25,000 that is the home of the legendary King Ranch.

Responsibilities

• Patrols University property by vehicle, Golf Cart, Trikke, or on foot.
• Enforces criminal laws and Transportation Code violations of the State of Texas.
• Reports violations of university rules and regulations.
• Prevents crime and suppresses disturbances.
• Issues citations and takes enforcement action as appropriate.
• Guards and transports prisoners.
• Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls for service and takes appropriate action.
• Takes reports and conducts preliminary investigations.
• Assists other law enforcement agencies and community departments as needed.
• Testifies in Justice of the Peace, County, and District Courts, as well as student judicial hearings.
• Interacts with students, faculty, staff, and the public through daily contact.
• Provides assistance and customer service to the public whenever possible.
• Maintains professional relationships with the University community and external agencies.
• Safely operates and properly maintains departmental vehicles and equipment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One year of experience as a licensed Police Officer.
• Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) basic certification.
• State of Texas class "C" vehicle operator's license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.

Qualifications

• Three years of related experience in patrol field operations (preferred).
• Patrolling and report writing knowledge.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all segments of the campus population.
• Ability to function under adverse and stressful conditions.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Benefits

• Medical insurance: $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value).
• Dental and vision insurance.
• Life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, long term disability, flexible spending account, and day care spending account.
• On-campus wellness opportunities.
• Tuition benefits: Employee Tuition Assistance Program and book scholarships.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
• Retirement: Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP), dependent on position.
• Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan.
• Employee leave: 8+ hours of vacation per month, 8 hours of sick leave per month, 8 hours of paid birthday leave, and 12-15 paid holidays per year.