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Collin Police Officer
Location:
2800 E Spring Creek Pkwy, Plano Campus
Plano, Texas, 75074
United States
We are searching for an experienced Collin Police Officer.
Job Purpose:
This is the non-supervisory, entry-level position for Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) sworn law enforcement officers, who will ensure the safety and welfare of all students, faculty, staff and visitors, maintain peace and order while enforcing college rules, regulations, state and federal laws, and provide law enforcement protection and related services for Collin College. This is an essential position and will be required to work overtime or respond when summoned due to an emergency as determined by the College.
This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Collin College in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to professional communication, integrity, leadership, respect and accountability to Collin College students and employees is essential while also illustrating commitment through the Core Values of Collin College.
This is an essential position and will be required to work overtime or respond when summoned due to an emergency as determined by the College.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Patrol campus grounds and buildings, checking doors, windows, and gates to ensure that they are properly secured.
• Conduct preliminary criminal investigations, accident/injury investigations and submit reports.
• Prepare criminal cases and present testimony in court.
• Make court appearances.
• Write a thorough and accurate report on every criminal complaint, accident, or other significant incident.
• Provide assistances to all students, faculty, and visitors, and responds to calls for first aid and medical assists.
• Apply acquired expanded skills related to analytical, technical, or operational process.
• Apply experience and skills to complete assigned work within own area of expertise.
• Work within clearly defined standard operating procedures and adheres to quality guidelines.
• Work under a moderate degree of supervision.
• Patrol campus to enforce laws and parking regulations.
• Provide security for special events, and information to the campus community and general public.
• Conduct parking enforcement; write parking tickets, provide directions to park in designated areas.
• Conduct crime prevention programs and surveys for students, faculty and staff.
• Work closely with college administrators to reduce and mitigate conflicts.
• Perform all duties and maintain all standards in accordance with college policies, procedures and Core Values.

Required Qualifications:
Applicants must have 24 earned college credit hours from an accredited college or university and meet one (1) of the following experience requirements:
Two (2) years continued police officer experience OR
Two (2) years of military experience with an honorable discharge OR
One (1) year experience as a military police officer with an honorable discharge OR
The applicant is a peace officer transferring from another state to Texas, and as determined by the Collin College Chief of Police, has sufficient prior service to meet both the college/university credit hours and police or military experience.
Licenses and Certifications
Must possess a TCOLE peace officer license
Valid Texas Driver's License* with a driving record that meets the criteria established by CCPD
Once hired, must be able to pass Collin College Police Department's field training program
Must be able to maintain TCOLE Peace Officer's license throughout employment as a Peace Officer
Must be able to pass Extensive Medical Screen/Drug Testing/Psychological Exam/Polygraph Exam/Background Investigation
*Individuals hired for this position may be required to drive a company vehicle. A Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) will be run in conjunction with the background check during the contingent offer stage and annually/bi-annually for the duration of employment at Collin College. Candidates who fail the original background/MVR or subsequent MVRs may not be hired and/or terminated based on the results of the report.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• State, federal, local laws knowledge
• Current legislation knowledge
• Best practice knowledge
• Districtwide systems and organizational structure knowledge
• Detailed knowledge of state statutes, Board of Trustee policies and procedures, Police Department, and federal regulations
• Interact with strong, positive interpersonal skills
• Excellent verbal and written communications
• Innovative, comprehensive and analytical thinking
• Microsoft Office and the use of software programs designed for police department use
• Proficiency in the use of firearms
• Critical in analysis of issues
• Supportive of police department and College values, mission statements, goals and objectives
• Ensure compliance with police department and College policies, orders, directives and guidelines
• Ethical and honest in interactions with other and in the performance of duties
• Provide quality control for the delivery of police department services and documentation

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
Heavy Work - Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects. Positions in this class typically include talking, hearing, seeing, grasping, standing, walking and repetitive motions, plus stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching. Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, odors, dusts, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting and intense noises, gases and workspace restrictions. In addition, incumbents may be subjected to vibrations, chemicals and oils. Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk. Frequent physical effort required.
***This is a Security Sensitive position. Candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.***
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of the positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Fair Labor Standards Act (exempt/non-exempt) is designated by position. The employer actively supports Americans with Disabilities Act and will consider reasonable accommodations.
Hiring ProcessPhysical Assessment:
The physical assessment will take place after applicants havepassed preliminary requirements and initial interviews. Thephysical assessment consists of the following course. Details can be obtained in the interviewprocess.
Obstacle Course:
300-yardrun (with 2 barriers)
Upand down stairs
Zig/zagrun through cones
Up/downs
Dummydrag-6 feet
(allapplicants will be shown exactly how to do each step of the course beforestarting)
**All applicantspassing physical assessment will move forward in the hiring process and will benotified by a background investigator. Background must be passed before moving to next 2 steps.
Written Exam via Computer:
The entrance exam is based on basic abilities to read, write,comprehension and solve basic math problems. You must have a passing score of 70 % and this will be conducted beforethe Advanced Oral Board.
Advanced Oral Board:
The Advanced Oral Board consists of role play exercises, 5interview questions with verbal scenarios, and a presentation.
Employment Type: Full-time Staff
Compensation Type: Annual
Compensation Range: $48,668.00 - 55,968.00
For any employment questions, please contact HR at (972) 985-3783 or email employment@collin.edu.
Collin College provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.