POLICE OFFICER

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Midland College

Location: Midland, Texas
Category: Police and Public Safety
Date Posted: September 12, 2024
Application Deadline: Open until filled

Job Description

Job Title- POLICE OFFICER

Position Status- Full Time

Classification Title- Grade 112

Work Location- Main Campus-3600 N. Garfield, Midland, TX

Job Summary- Under general supervision, serves as a commissioned law enforcement officer responsible for the protection, safety, and welfare of students, staff, and visitors and for the protection of College property.

Required Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent
Licensed as a Peace Officer in Texas and have required in-service training hours to be licensed as a Basic Peace Officer (or above) from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE)
Some law enforcement experience
Computer literacy
Knowledge of police traffic RADAR operation
Must have working knowledge of the Texas Penal Code, Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, and Texas Transportation Code
During a 13 week probationary period, must successfully complete the departments entire Field Training Program
Complete bi-annual 40 hours of Texas Peace Officer in-service training
Able to successfully pass the department daytime, low-light firearms and basic patrol rifle course on an annual basis
Must possess a valid Texas drivers license, good driving record, and be insurable on Midland Colleges insurance policy

Preferred Qualifications

College/university campus law enforcement

Essential Functions

Patrols the assigned area by foot, bicycle, or police vehicle to preserve the peace, enforce laws, prevent and detect crime, and respond to complaints
Answers calls regarding service, accidents, disturbances, crime, distress, or illness
Provides information, assistance, and service to students, staff, and the public
Investigate illegal or suspicious activities, persons, and establishments, causes and results of accidents, and completes required reports
Collects and preserves physical evidence, protects crime scene, and reports and records all facts of the incident
Controls and directs traffic to enforce College parking rules and regulations
Mediates and resolves conflicts involving students, department personnel, and community members
Provides escort services as needed and assists state, county, and city law enforcement authorities as requested
Conducts crime prevention programs and presentations for faculty, staff, students, and the surrounding community
Testifies at administrative hearings and in court to present evidence by describing conditions, situations, and actions of individuals for a case
Other duties as assigned

Physical Demands

Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time
The person in this position needs to occasionally move or drive to other locations on and off campus
This position may require occasional travel for training, meetings, and events both in and out of town
Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
Use of manual dexterity
The person in this position frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information
Must have sufficient stamina to work long hours as necessary
Ability to walk considerable distances during a shift
Must be able to respond to calls at any time of the day or night
Ability to be on an on-call rotation schedule throughout the year
Capability of working and training under strenuous emergency and non-emergency conditions
All Midland campuses of the college including the main campus, ATC, and Cogdell
May be assigned to work the day shift, evening shift and/or midnight shift weekdays and/or weekends when manpower needs dictate

Security Sensitivity- All Midland College positions are security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. An employment offer is contingent on completion of a satisfactory criminal background investigation.

Min Salary- $31.43 per hour

Max Salary- $31.90 per hour

Pay Statement- Salary is commensurate with educational qualifications and experience.

Posting Number- P01276S2016

Open Date- 09/04/2024

Position Available- Immediately

Special Instructions to Applicants

All documents must be electronically submitted through the Midland College Online Employment Services website to be considered. Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration. Documents that must be submitted online: Completed online application, resume, and license or certification.
If a specified closing date is not listed on the posting, there is a required minimum posting period of five business days.

EEO Statement

In its efforts to promote nondiscrimination and as required by law, Midland College does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Additionally, the College does not discriminate against an employee or applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminatory employment practice. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicants job qualifications, experience, and abilities.

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