Overview

Welcome to Grayson College. Grayson College is in the heart of Grayson County and provides a vital link for higher education. GC offers small classes for personalized instruction, affordable tuition, caring, professional faculty, and the convenience of day, evening or online classes. The college serves approximately 5,000 students annually. Grayson’s reputation is highly respected by surrounding universities and industries as an excellent source of quality graduates who bring specialized, skilled and much-needed talents to the workplace.

Police Officer: Provides a safe campus environment for a diverse population of students through conventional and non-conventional law enforcement methods.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short & Long-term disability insurances available
• Medical premiums covered by Grayson College for FT employee only
• Vacation Accrual
• Sick Leave Accrual
• Personal Leave- 26 days for FT Police Officers per calendar year 
• Tuition-FT employees, their spouse & dependents are eligible for coverage of full Grayson College tuition amount.

The salary range for this position is $21.48 to $32.22 per hour.

Responsibilities

• 50% Patrols college facilities and property by motor vehicle or on foot. Responds to calls for assistance. Issues citations as needed for violations of law or campus rules.
• 20% Investigates suspicious persons, suspected crimes, or nuisances. Gathers evidence, obtains witnesses, and makes arrests as needed.
• 10% Performs duties that support the safety and security of the campus environment. Monitors sporting events, locks and unlocks doors, and escorts students and staff as needed.
• 5% Trains others on various aspects of campus security and emergency management such as CRASE and emergency preparedness.
• 5% Completes written and/or electronic reports as required by departmental procedures.
• 5% Participates in campus committees as requested.
• 5% Completes other duties as assigned.

Performance Measurements:

This Job Description is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities comprising the position.

Qualifications

• (1) A two year college degree or (2) Completion of a specialized course of study at a business or trade school or (3) Completion of a specialized and extensive in-house training or apprenticeship program.
• TCOLE certification required.
• Six months to two years of similar or related experience.
• Applicants must possess an honorable discharge if separated from a prior police agency. General or dishonorable separations will not be accepted.
• Must maintain a valid drivers' license.
• Must have valid CPR certification or willingness to obtain within the first six months of employment.
• Courtesy, tact, and diplomacy are essential elements of the job.
• Work involves much personal contact with others inside and/or outside the college for purposes of giving or obtaining information, building relationships, or soliciting cooperation.

If hired for this position, you must submit an official transcript or other documents that verify you meet the education requirements. This position requires three professional references. This position is considered a security sensitive position and will require a criminal background check.

GRAYSON COLLEGE IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY INSTITUTION PROVIDING EDUCATIONAL AND EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES ON THE BASIS OF MERIT AND WITHOUT DISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, RELIGION, GENDER, AGE, DISABILITY, OR ANY OTHER BASIS PROHIBITED BY LAW.

The employer actively supports the Americans with Disabilities Act and will consider reasonable accommodations. For more information, please contact the human resources office at 903-463-8770 or gcjobs@grayson.edu.