Police Officer

University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio, United States

Updated: 26 days ago
Location: San Antonio, TEXAS

Job Summary:

Responsible for the enforcement of institute, state and federal laws and regulations in the protection of life and property in service to the institution's community.

Job Duties:

  • Preserves the peace through the use and execution of all lawful means, interceding when authorized by law, to prevent or suppress crime.
  • Patrols buildings and grounds checking locked doors and windows and investigates suspicious activity or individual(s).
  • Performs law enforcement functions in the areas of patrol, security, investigations, gang activity prevention, and surveillance.
  • Utilizes proper means to ensure the safety and security of people, property and equipment throughout the institution’s community.
  • Enforces traffic law by detecting violations, making violator contacts, placing violators in custody, or issuing citations/warnings.
  • Investigates motor vehicle collisions.
  • Provides service, information, and directions to students, employees, and visitors.
  • Performs all other duties as assigned.

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    Education:

    High school diploma or GED and successful completion of a TCOLE approved Basic Peace Officer Course and TCOLE exam is required.


    At least sixty (60) college hours from an accredited college or university is preferred.

     

    Experience:

    Successful completion of a formal field-training program is preferred, no experience required

     

    Additional Licenses and Certifications:

    Must hold a Peace Officer Commission, issued by the Institute and a valid driver’s license not subject to suspension.

    Must be eligible to drive institution owned/leased motor vehicle.

    Must meet certain prerequisites established by the Office of the Director of Police, the Board of Regents, and the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE).

    *This role is eligible for an employee referral incentive*


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