Police Officer
15 hours ago
Southwest Tennessee Community College is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Police Officer 1 to join our team. As a Police Officer 1, you will play a critical role in maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, faculty, and staff.
Job SummaryThis is a full-time, fiscal year position working under direct supervision of the Police Supervisor (Captain) and general supervision of the Associate Director of Public Safety. The Police Officer 1 investigates crimes and accidents, protecting faculty, staff, students, visitors, and property, facilities by law enforcement. He/she responds to calls for assistance including emergency crisis situations and provides other safety-related services.
Key Responsibilities- Assure building security, traffic control, parking lot management, and patrol readiness for crime and hazards.
- Patrol the campus/specific area by foot, bicycle, or motor vehicle/motorized conveyance.
- Issue citations for traffic and parking violations.
- Respond to radio and telephone calls; electronic alarms such as fire alarm, personal injuries, and crime in progress.
- Investigate suspected crimes, report findings, and arrests suspected individuals.
- Monitor, note, report, and investigate suspicious persons and situations, safety hazards, and unusual or illegal activity in patrol area.
- Investigate accidents involving persons or property and the probable cause of accidents, and pursue appropriate course of action.
- Direct and control traffic.
- Testify in court or legal proceedings.
- Operate and maintain law enforcement equipment.
- Keep records and make reports.
- May perform other duties as assigned.
- Meets the requirements of a Certified Police Officer, per TCA, including completion or attendance and completion within one year following employment, of a law enforcement academy curriculum approved by the Tennessee Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission (P.O.S.T).
- Meets the requirements of TCA, Qualifications of Police Officers:
- Be at least eighteen (18) years of age
- High school graduate or possess equivalency
- Not have been convicted of ANY felonies
- Not have been released/discharged under any other circumstance than honorable discharge from any of the armed forces of the United States
- Have their fingerprints on file with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation
- Must have passed a physical examination by a licensed physician
- Must have passed police academy requirement, and psychological examinations
- Must possess a valid Tennessee driver's license
- Have a good moral character as determined by a thorough investigation conducted by Department of Police/Public Safety
- Must be flexible to work different shifts if and when deemed necessary.
- A background check, psychological, and physical examination will be required for the successful candidate.
- Two (2) years experience in the armed forces or as a commissioned police officer
- Associate's degree
- Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, government regulations, executive orders, and the democratic political process.
- Knowledge of campus policies, city, county, and state laws.
- Knowledge of effective methods of investigations.
- Knowledge of geographic areas of the campus.
- Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergency situations and to determine proper course of action.
- Ability to ascertain facts by personal contacts, observation, and the examination of records.
- Ability to explain and interpret pertinent provisions of laws, ordinances, and regulations.
- Ability to enforce laws firmly, tactfully, and with respect for the rights of others.
- Ability to follow and/or issue oral and written instructions.
- Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with students, the public, and other employees.
The intent of this job description is to provide a representation of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Candidates who are called for an interview must notify Human Resources in writing at least five (5) days in advance of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.
First consideration will be given to current Southwest Tennessee Community College employees who meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
In order to be considered for the position, the following items must be uploaded:
- Resume
- Cover letter
- Unofficial Transcripts
A summary of our benefits can be found below:
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Southwest Tennessee Community College is a TBR and AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against students, employees, or applicants for admission or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other legally protected class with respect to all employment, programs, and activities.
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