Police Officer

Job Description:  Police Officer                                                            Starting Salary: $23 per hour

Job Summary:

The NTCC PD is a newly formed organization.  The ideal candidate will be schedule flexible.  NTCC PD general duty campus police work involves the protection of life and property; the enforcement of laws and ordinances; prevention and investigation of crimes and maintenance of order, and positive engagement with community members. Work is performed independently and as part of a team. Tasks are completed with general guidelines and require independent judgment. Contribute to the Department and Colleges vision, mission, and goals in the performance of all job duties.

Supervision:

Report to:        Staff Sergeant

Supervises:      None

Essential Functions

• Contribute to an environment of respect and teamwork.

• Respond to emergency and routine dispatched calls as directed.

• Patrol the main campus and satellite properties by police vehicle, or on foot, providing an element of safety by obvious visibility; look for crimes or potential crimes in progress. 

• Administers emergency first aid to injured or incapacitated persons as required.

• Use de-escalation techniques to increase likelihood of compliance.

• Utilize and maintain a variety of specialized; maintain skill and proficiency in driving, the use of firearms, and other issued weapons.

• Maintain a high standard of physical fitness.

• Direct traffic when required.

• Appear in court to present evidence and to testify against persons accused of crimes.

• Write police and other related reports.

• Participate in community engagement activities.

• Participate in training programs as required.

• Maintain regular, dependable, and punctual attendance.

• Perform all related work as required. 

Education, Experience, and License Requirements:

• U.S. resident

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Applicant must have experience as a commissioned law enforcement officer.

• Applicant must possess a Texas Peace Officer Certification; an Intermediate Peace Officer Certification or higher is preferred.

• Ability to read and write the English Language.

• Pass a stringent background investigation.

• Valid Texas driver’s license

Competency Requirements:

• Knowledge of adult and juvenile judicial procedures and laws of arrest, search, and seizure.

• Techniques of investigation and interrogation.

• Criminal case preparation and procedures.

• Maintain control in stressful and hazardous situations with professionalism and respect.

• Make rapid and accurate decisions under stressful conditions.

• Attention to detail.

• Communicate effectively.

• Build collaborative relationships.

• Remain flexible to changing priorities.

• Meet deadlines and respond timely to achieve common goals.

• Work effectively with others to achieve common goals.

• Make complex decisions in a timely manner.

• Conflict-resolution skills.

Physical Demands:

• Drive and perform field work.

• Work in dangerous or emergency circumstances requiring vigorous physical activity and exertion.

• Lift or move items weighing up to 30 pounds on occasion. 

• Climb and work from ladders, climb stairs, ability to navigate a variety of different terrains. 

• Run, jog, or walk for extended periods of time. 

• Bending, stretching, sitting, and standing for extended periods.

Work Environment:

• Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions and may involve moving throughout the facility and community. Work may also include a typical office environment.

• Work assigned shift knowing that shifts vary and may include evenings, weekends, and holidays.

• Noise level out in the field is moderately loud and noise level in the office is moderately quiet.