Police Officer (I-IV) (Candidate Pool)

Overview

Police Officer (I-IV) (Candidate Pool) at Prairie View A&M University. PVAMU is seeking to establish a pool of qualified applicants for potential future employment in various Police Officer (In Training, I, II, III, or IV) positions. Review of applications will be on an ongoing basis, and candidates will be contacted when positions become available.

Base pay range

$18.43 / hr - $18.43 / hr

Job Details

Job Title : Police Officer (I-IV) (Candidate Pool)

Agency : Prairie View A&M University

Department : University Police

Job Location : Prairie View, Texas

Job Type : Staff

Source : Prairie View A&M University provided pay range (actual pay based on skills and experience)

Job Description

Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) is a special place that occupies a unique space within the history of the state of Texas. PVAMU is the second-oldest public institution of higher education in Texas. PVAMU is a historically Black college / university (HBCU) that, since its inception in 1876, has opened its doors to any and every person seeking a first-class, four-year university. The University Police Department (UPD) is tasked with keeping PVAMU a safe place to live, learn, collaborate, and innovate. UPD supports all PVAMU campuses and assets, including PVAMU campuses in the Texas Medical Center and Northwest Center. UPD is a member of the Texas A&M University System and strives to attract high-performing faculty and staff.

Currently, UPD seeks to establish a pool of qualified applicants for potential future employment in Police Officer (In Training, I, II, III, or IV) positions. Review of applications will be ongoing, and candidates will be contacted when positions become available.

Responsibilities

• Provide law enforcement duties for the campus community and respond to emergencies and calls for assistance. Interact with the public in day-to-day contacts, provide escorts in safety and emergency situations, and assist state, county, and city law enforcement as requested.
• Patrol PVAMU properties in Waller County by bicycle or foot under general supervision of a police sergeant or lieutenant. Investigate illegal and suspicious activities, persons, and establishments; take reports and perform preliminary investigations; enforce all criminal laws and Texas Penal Code violations.
• Coordinate training to ensure compliance with state TCOLE requirements. Serve as Victim Assistance Coordinator for the department.
• Prevent crime, suppress disturbances, issue citations, testify in Justice of the Peace Court, County / District Courts, and student judicial hearings; guard and transport prisoners. Report all PVAMU violations, rules, and regulations; assist the public as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications by Position Level

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Registrations, Certifications, and Licenses

Other Requirements

Preferred Qualifications

Background Check and Equal Employment Opportunity

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon verification of credentials and other information required by the institution, including completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity / Veterans / Disability Employer.

Notes

Seniority level : Internship. Employment type : Part-time. Job function : Other. Industries : Utilities.

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