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Police Officer

UT Health AustinAustin, TX, US
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Police Officer

The University of Texas at Austin Police Department (UTPD) is an accredited state police agency, serving the UT community 24 hours a day. UTPD includes an investigative division, K-9 teams, bicycle patrol team and its own 911 Dispatch Center. This position is open to current University of Texas at Austin Police Department commission officers and external candidates that possess a peace officer's license from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE). Your skills will make a difference.

You'll be working for a university that is internationally recognized for our academic programs and research. Your work will contribute to operational excellence and enhance the student experience. If you're the type of person that wants to know your work has meaning and impact, you'll like working in our department and for UT Austin. UT Austin provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to :

  • Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
  • Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
  • Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
  • Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with employer matching funds
  • Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs : Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
  • Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
  • Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities
  • Tuition assistance
  • Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
  • Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card
  • Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card

For more details, please see : https : / / hr.utexas.edu / prospective / benefits and https : / / hr.utexas.edu / current / services / my-total-rewards.

Compliance

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees to be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.

Application

Recruitment and selection information may be communicated via email. Applicants must have physical and mental capabilities to properly perform the responsibilities and duties of a police officer. Applicants considered for hiring will be contacted via email and subject to the following :

  • DP1-Personal History Statement
  • Federal Criminal Background Check and Background Investigation
  • The University of Texas System Police Physical Fitness Test
  • Drug Test
  • Psychological Exam
  • Polygraph Exam
  • May be waived for applicants possessing an active federal security clearance of the appropriate level AND an active TCOLE license.
  • Upon hiring, applicants must complete the UTPD lateral Field Training Program.

    Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer without sponsorship.

    Purpose

    To be a commissioned peace officer in the State of Texas, successfully pass the lateral Field Training Program, and conduct the duties and responsibilities as a police officer of the University of Texas at Austin.

    Responsibilities

  • Proactively patrol or work a fixed post while protecting the property of The University of Texas at Austin to prevent crime, maintain the peace, suppress disturbances, and investigate criminal and unusual activities that may occur.
  • Exercise independent and discretionary judgment within the parameters established by law, the Board of Regents Rules and Regulations, institutional administrative regulations and departmental policies and procedures.
  • Detain and arrest criminal offenders where appropriate and authorized by law.
  • Proficient with all equipment utilized in the performance of assigned duties, to include but not limited to, firearms, restraints, less lethal force weapons, vehicles, communication equipment, computers, investigative and surveillance equipment.
  • Other related functions as assigned.
  • Required Qualifications

    High school diploma or GED. Successfully completed a TCOLE approved Basic Peace Officer Course, has passed the TCOLE Peace Officer Certification exam. Must be able to pass the required UT System physical fitness test. Must be a U.S. Citizen. Criminal history must not contain any felonies or misdemeanors above a class C within the last 10 years. Stable work history. Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing. Must successfully pass a thorough background investigation. Able to provide creditable testimony in a court of law. Must have an acceptable driving record and be eligible to operate a UT owned vehicle. Class "C" Operator's Driver's License. If not currently a Texas resident, must obtain a Texas Driver's License within 30 days after entering Texas as a new resident. Ability to complete and review forms in detail with accuracy and on a timely manner. Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

    Preferred Qualifications

    A minimum of 2 years of law enforcement experience with a department of a 100 officers or more. 60 hours of college or more from an accredited college or university. Experience working in a higher education or equivalent environment. Experience with communication equipment. Bilingual. Possess the TCOLE Basic Peace Officer Certification.

    Driving Required

    This job requires a class "C" operator's driver's license. The applicant selected must provide a current three year driving record from the current state of residence. If not currently a Texas resident, a Texas driver's license must be obtained within 30 days of becoming a Texas resident. Employees who are required to have a CDL are subject to drug and alcohol testing (pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, random, return-to-duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing).

    Salary Range

    $68,626 plus one year of service credit for every four years of prior law enforcement experience.

    Working Conditions

  • Uniforms and / or personal protection equipment (furnished).
  • May work in all weather conditions.
  • May work in extreme temperatures.
  • May work around chemical fumes.
  • May work around standard office conditions.
  • May work around biohazards. May work around chemicals.
  • May work around electrical and mechanical hazards.
  • Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.
  • Use of manual dexterity.
  • Climbing of stairs.
  • Climbing of ladders.
  • Lifting and moving.
  • Work Shift

  • Mandatory overtime, various shifts, weekends, holidays. Work hours may extend past regular shift during special events, etc.
  • Required Materials

  • Resume / CV
  • Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers : You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

    Important for Current university employees and contingent workers : As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any

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