Guard/Public Safety Officer - Police Department

University of Texas at Arlington

  • Arlington, TX
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Public Safety Officers safeguard the community and property the U.T. System Administration or an institution of The University of Texas System. The Public Safety Officer's duties include patrolling assigned areas, observing, and investigating suspicious behavior, enforcing regulations, completing incident reports, and processing lost/found property. Public Safety Officers work collaboratively with members of our community, other departments, and external partners. Public Safety Officers are expected to be highly attentive to irregularities and problem solve situations in their assigned area.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Provides service to students, employees, and visitors; writes reports; and directs flow of traffic and parking of cars when needed.
  • Patrol's buildings and grounds to check for fires, water leaks, potential security and safety hazards and general building security, reporting all irregularities, emergencies, or suspicious activity.
  • Ensures all personnel entering the System Complex or a campus are properly identified.
  • Investigates and reports suspicious incidents; reviews and monitors security camera systems; and completes reports as necessary.
  • Processes recovered/found property.
  • Ensuring proper chain of custody, secure handling procedures, and correct disposition of property.
  • Responds to and assists on fire alarms, medical emergencies, and injured person incidents.
  • Provides support to police officers.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
  • High School diploma, GED, or equivalent.
  • Must have the physical and mental capabilities to properly carry out responsibilities and duties as a Public Safety Officer of The University of Texas System Police.
  • Must possess a valid driver's license and be eligible to drive a University owned and/or leased motor vehicle.
  • Must successfully pass a thorough background investigation.
  • Must be able to provide creditable testimony in a court of law.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Good communication skills.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Ability to complete all physical tasks as needed.
Other Requirements
Working Conditions
Special Conditions for EligibilityThis position is classified as security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Section 51.215, Texas Education Code.
CBC RequirementIt is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.
EEO StatementIt is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University's compliance with this policy.
ADA AccommodationsThe University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email .

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