Employees in this class are under general supervision; work performed in supervising all personnel, i.e. sergeants and officers for a particular shift, in general police work; conducting investigations of crimes and accidents, protecting property, facilities, and citizens by law enforcement, and performing related work as required; provides escort service.

• Performs a variety of duties and supervises a shift which includes one Sergeant and officers
• Prepares operating shifts and personnel work assignments
• Transports money and various items from department to Treasurer’s office
• Assists in approving leave requests
• Monitors the work performance of employees
• Patrols and supervises others patrolling by foot or motor vehicle: the campus, dormitory, business office, and recreational facilities
• Investigates or supervises others investigating suspected crimes, reporting findings, and arresting suspected individuals
• Investigates accidents involving persons or property, reports probable cause of accidents and pursues appropriate course of action
• Supervises the maintenance and use of law enforcement equipment
• Monitors parking operation
• Performs related and occasionally other duties as assigned:  may direct and control traffic; may issue parking tickets

Required Skills

• Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergency situations and to determine proper course of action • Knowledge of campus policies, City, and State laws • Ability to understand and follow oral written instruction • Knowledge of geographic area of the campus • Ability to ascertain facts by personal contact, observations, and the examination of records • Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with students, the public, and other employees • Ability to enforce laws firmly, tactfully with respect for the rights of others • Ability to supervise the work of others • Ability to operate law enforcement equipment required in the performance of required duties • Knowledge of effective methods of investigation • Ability to clearly and concisely express ideas, orally and written

Required Experience

Graduation from a standard high school or equivalency; at least 3-5 years experience and a Special Police Commission, at least 21 years of age, have a good moral character as determined by investigation.

• Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergency situations and to determine proper course of action • Knowledge of campus policies, City, and State laws • Ability to understand and follow oral written instruction • Knowledge of geographic area of the campus • Ability to ascertain facts by personal contact, observations, and the examination of records • Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with students, the public, and other employees • Ability to enforce laws firmly, tactfully with respect for the rights of others • Ability to supervise the work of others • Ability to operate law enforcement equipment required in the performance of required duties • Knowledge of effective methods of investigation • Ability to clearly and concisely express ideas, orally and written