Department of Public Safety Brownwood, Texas Howard Payne University does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, gender (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), age, veteran status, disability or genetic information. Background investigations will be conducted. The University is a "Drug Free Workplace." Applicants and employees may be required to take a drug and alcohol test at any time. Position Title: University Police Officer (TCLEOSE Commissioned Peace Officer Position) Posting Date: July 1, 2014 Start Date: Salary: Classification: As Soon As Possible Based on Education and Experience Full-Time, Non-Exempt Staff - Standard HPU benefits apply Expectation and Condition of Employment - Howard Payne University, a church-related institution affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas seeks to employ evangelical Christians who are dedicated to teaching and service as they model the principles of the Christian faith. Howard Payne University is committed to the integration of learning and Christian faith in the pursuit of truth. Employees are expected to embrace the Christian mission and purpose of Howard Payne University and lead lives of service through active involvement in Christian activities both on campus and through a local church with preference being given to applicants who are Baptists. As a condition of employment, employees are paid by Direct Deposit. Your signature on this job description indicates your understanding and affirmation of these statements. Job Summary: The officer supports the Department of Public Safety s (DPS) mission to provide students, employees, and guests of the university with a safe and secure environment in which to study, work and enjoy programs offered by the university. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. 1. Provides general public safety services the within University Jurisdiction. 2. Completes incident and offense reports as required. 3. Remain in constant contact with others via cellular telephone and/or radio. 4. Issuance of University Parking Violation citations and State Traffic Offense Citations. 5. Provide routine patron escort and general customer services. 6. Guards university and personal property against damage, fire, theft, vandalism, and illegal entry by performing the following duties: a. Routine patrols of buildings and grounds of the university on foot or in patrol vehicles. b. Examines doors, windows, and gates to determine that they are secure. c. Monitors for violations of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles, and reports to local law enforcement agencies persons engaging in suspicious or criminal acts. d. Inspects equipment and machinery to determine if tampering has occurred. e. Watches for and reports irregularities such as fire hazards, leaking water pipes or other building safety hazards, and security doors left unlocked. f. Observes individuals to guard against theft of university property and takes legal action when warranted. g. Responds to minor and major incidents within University Jurisdiction and calls for additional assistance of local authorities when warranted. h. Allows authorized persons to enter property. i. Records data such as property damage, unusual occurrences, and malfunctioning machinery or equipment, for use of supervisory staff. j. Enforces Texas State Statutes where applicable k. Conducts Criminal Investigations to Offenses that occur within University Jurisdiction l. Detains and when warranted arrests suspects charged with criminal offenses. m. Conducts motor vehicle accident investigations that occur within University Jurisdiction. n. Administers immediate aid to persons injured and awaiting ambulance services. o. Responds and takes warranted actions to crimes in progress within University Jurisdiction. p. Responds and assists local law enforcement/public safety and other emergency service personnel when requested for incidents occurring relatively close to the campus. 1
q. Monitors vehicle and pedestrian traffic flow and safety within University Jurisdiction; and when warranted enforces state statutes and university regulations, policies, and procedures. r. Performs all normal duties of a State of Texas Peace Officer as required by State Statutes. s. Attends and satisfactorily completes all University DPS and TCLEOSE mandated training. Minimum Requirements: Only applicants meeting the minimum qualifications below will be considered. The requirements that follow are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. High school diploma or general education degree (GED); Three years' experience as a commissioned police officer and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must hold valid Texas Peace Officer licenses issued by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Standards and Education or be eligible for licensing upon date of employment. Ability to effectively read, write and comprehend English. Ability to read simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in oneon-one and small group situations to students, guests, and employees of the university. As a condition of employment, the employee must be at least 21 years old and maintain a current Texas driver's license to drive any vehicle on behalf of the university. Must have a good working knowledge of Internet software and Microsoft Outlook email software. Must be able to work evenings and weekends as required. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand, sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions; extreme cold and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes, airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals used in the routine cleaning and maintenance of university buildings and grounds; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee may be subjected to dangerous situations that require his/her immediate response and action(s) in accordance with the duties prescribed for Peace Officers by the State of Texas and the Law Enforcement Code of Ethics. Application Procedure: Submit an HPU Employment Application (available at: www.hputx.edu/jobs), a letter of application addressing in detail how you meet the position requirements, a resume and unofficial transcripts to: Application Deadline: until filled Mrs. Tessie Mayo Administrative Assistant, Business and Human Resources Howard Payne University 1000 Fisk Avenue, Suite 210 Brownwood, TX 76801 Phone: (325) 649-8031 E-mail: hr@hputx.edu 2
Job Description Job Title: University Police Officer (TCLEOSE Commissioned Peace Officer Position) Department: Department of Public Safety Reports To: DPS Police Supervisor(s) and/or the Director of University DPS FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Staff Prepared By: Dr. Brent A. Marsh, VP for Student Life and Dean of Students Prepared Date: July 1, 2014 Approved By: Bill Fishback, Assistant VP for Business & Human Resources Approved Date: July 1, 2014 Summary - The officer supports the Department of Public Safety s (DPS) mission to provide students, employees, and guests of the university with a safe and secure environment in which to study, work and enjoy programs offered by the university. Expectations - Howard Payne University, a church-related institution affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas seeks to employ evangelical Christians who are dedicated to teaching and service as they model the principles of the Christian faith. Howard Payne University is committed to the integration of learning and Christian faith in the pursuit of truth. Employees are expected to be professing Christians and be willing to support the Christian mission and purpose of Howard Payne University. As a result, the University expects employees to lead lives of service through active involvement in evangelical Christian religious life both on campus and through a local church. Your signature on this Job Description indicates your acceptance and affirmation of these statements. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. 1. Provides general public safety services the within University Jurisdiction. 2. Completes incident and offense reports as required. 3. Remain in constant contact with others via cellular telephone and/or radio. 4. Issuance of University Parking Violation citations and State Traffic Offense Citations. 5. Provide routine patron escort and general customer services. 6. Guards university and personal property against damage, fire, theft, vandalism, and illegal entry by performing the following duties: a. Routine patrols of buildings and grounds of the university on foot or in patrol vehicles. b. Examines doors, windows, and gates to determine that they are secure. c. Monitors for violations of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles, and reports to local law enforcement agencies persons engaging in suspicious or criminal acts. d. Inspects equipment and machinery to determine if tampering has occurred. e. Watches for and reports irregularities such as fire hazards, leaking water pipes or other building safety hazards, and security doors left unlocked. f. Observes individuals to guard against theft of university property and takes legal action when warranted. 1
g. Responds to minor and major incidents within University Jurisdiction and calls for additional assistance of local authorities when warranted. h. Allows authorized persons to enter property. i. Records data such as property damage, unusual occurrences, and malfunctioning machinery or equipment, for use of supervisory staff. j. Enforces Texas State Statutes where applicable k. Conducts Criminal Investigations to Offenses that occur within University Jurisdiction l. Detains and when warranted arrests suspects charged with criminal offenses. m. Conducts motor vehicle accident investigations of accidents which occur within University Jurisdiction. n. Administers immediate aid to persons injured and awaiting ambulance services. o. Responds and takes warranted actions to crimes in progress within University Jurisdiction. p. Responds and assists local law enforcement/public safety and other emergency service personnel when requested for incidents occurring relatively close to the campus. q. Monitors vehicle and pedestrian traffic flow and safety within University Jurisdiction; and when warranted enforces state statutes and university regulations, policies, and procedures. r. Performs all normal duties of a State of Texas Peace Officer as required by State Statutes. s. Attends and satisfactorily completes all University DPS and TCLEOSE mandated training. Supervisory Responsibilities Assists with the supervision of University Public Safety Officers in the event of criminal offenses within University jurisdiction. Competencies - To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: 1. Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data. 2. Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others. 3. Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments. 4. Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings. 5. Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds university values and conforms to the Texas Law Enforcement Code of Ethics. 6. Judgement - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decisionmaking process; Makes timely decisions. 7. Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly. 2
8. Safety and Security - Observes safety and university public safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly. Qualifications - To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience - High school diploma or general education degree (GED); Three years experience as a commissioned police officer and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Licenses Must hold valid Texas Peace Officer licenses issued by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Standards and Education or be eligible for licensing upon date of employment. Language Skills - Ability to effectively read, write and comprehend English. Ability to read simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to students, guests, and employees of the university. Math Skills - Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Reasoning Ability - Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. Computer Skills - To perform this job successfully, an individual should have working knowledge of and be able to use Microsoft Outlook email software, Microsoft Word, and commonly used Internet browsers. Motor Vehicle License - As a condition of employment, the employee must be at least 21 years old and maintain a current Texas driver's license to drive any vehicle on behalf of the university. Physical Demands - The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand, sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable 3
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions; extreme cold and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes, airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals used in the routine cleaning and maintenance of university buildings and grounds; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Employee may be subjected to dangerous situations which require his/her immediate response and action(s) in accordance with the duties prescribed for Peace Officers by the State of Texas and the Law Enforcement Code of Ethics. By my signature below, I confirm I have read, understand and can meet all of the expectations and physical requirements in this Job Description. Signature Date 4