Police Officer

Rice University • Houston, TX

6d • $35 • Onsite

About The Position

With minimal supervision from a police sergeant, a police officer with the Rice University Police Department is responsible for the protection of life and property on the campus and any properties under the care, custody, and control of the university. During patrol duty, the police officer will respond to emergencies, enforce motor vehicle and criminal laws, respond to requests for assistance, investigate suspicious persons and situations, safety hazards, and unusual or illegal activity. A police officer will interact frequently with members of the university community in order to meet their expectations and may be called upon to work with other organizations and persons, internal and external to the Rice University Police Department, to coordinate smooth and effective operations and events.

Requirements

• HS Diploma or equivalent
• Two or more (2+) years of law enforcement experience
• In lieu of the experience requirement, additional related education, above and beyond what is required, on an equivalent year-for-year basis may be substituted
• Permanent license as a Peace Officer from TCOLE or an out of state equivalent with the ability to qualify for TCOLE by date of employment
• Valid Texas driver’s license (or ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment) with no more than three moving violations within the past 36 months, and no convictions or deferred dispositions for Driving While Intoxicated or Driving Under the Influence within the past ten years
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to effectively operate various communications and data storage devices
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and in highly stressful and dangerous situations
• Good situational judgment
• Knowledge and application of the university parking and traffic regulations and Texas penal and traffic laws
• Must be able to work outdoors for prolonged hours during normal and adverse weather conditions

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree or higher
• Prior law enforcement experience: it is highly desirable that the experience be in a school environment
• A comprehensive understanding of university or higher education culture
• Ability to develop positive and productive working relationships with students, faculty, and staff

Responsibilities

• Provides campus safety by maintaining order, responding to emergencies, protecting people and property, enforcing motor vehicle and criminal laws, respond to requests for assistance and promoting good community relations
• Prepares reports that document incidents and activities
• Monitors, notes, reports, and investigates suspicious persons and situations, safety hazards, and unusual or illegal activity in patrol area
• Identifies, pursues, and arrests suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts
• Participate in training activities including classroom, seminar, or field training
• Performs all other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED