What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-time Police position at Hinds Community College?
Position Title
Part-time Police
Job Description
This is a non-supervisory, entry-level position for sworn law enforcement officers. The incumbent is expected to provide basic law enforcement services to the college-wide community within the mission, goals, and objectives of the agency in compliance with all local, state, and federal laws.
HINDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Job Descriptions
JOB TITLE: Campus Police Officer(Part-time)
REPORTS TO: Police Chief
DEPARTMENT: Campus Police
EXEMPT: NO
VICE PRESIDENT: Campus Vice President
GENERAL STATEMENT OF THE FUNCTION
All Hinds Community College employees must commit to the Caring Campus approach to student engagement and daily apply these general behavioral objectives: listen to student questions and concerns with a positive attitude and make meaningful connections with students.
Campus Police Officers are charged with the duty of preserving the peace, order and decorum of the college community, maintaining an academic atmosphere in compliance with college regulations and state and federal statutes.
Qualifications Requirements
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.
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required; must hold certification from the Mississippi Board on Law Enforcement Officer Minimum Standards and Training Program.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES, Including The Following
Officer will have supervisory duties as assigned by the Chief of Police.
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 use hand to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, taste and smell. The employee is frequently required to sit.
The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the 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.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, and the employee is occasionally required to perform job responsibilities in the outdoors and off site.
We promote a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects individual strengths, ideas, and capabilities. We believe that our differences enable us to make better decisions, drive innovation, and deliver better results.
Mission
Hinds Community College is committed to moving people and communities forward by helping develop their purpose, passion and profession.
Vision
Hinds Community College will be a catalyst to create a competitive economy and a compelling culture for Mississippi.
Values
Hinds Community College aspires to the following IDEALS
The following have been designated to handle inquiries regarding these policies
EEOC Compliance: The Office of Human Resources
Box 1100 Raymond MS 39154; Phone: 601-857-3396 or Email: EEOC@hindscc.ed
Title IX: Vice President Student Services, Title IX Coordinator
Box 1100 Raymond MS 39154; Phone: 601-857-3353 or Email: TitleIX@hindscc.edu.
Full Time/Part Time
Part time
Position Type
Part Time
Job Classification
Police
Scheduled Hours
30
Part-time Police
Job Description
This is a non-supervisory, entry-level position for sworn law enforcement officers. The incumbent is expected to provide basic law enforcement services to the college-wide community within the mission, goals, and objectives of the agency in compliance with all local, state, and federal laws.
HINDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Job Descriptions
JOB TITLE: Campus Police Officer(Part-time)
REPORTS TO: Police Chief
DEPARTMENT: Campus Police
EXEMPT: NO
VICE PRESIDENT: Campus Vice President
GENERAL STATEMENT OF THE FUNCTION
All Hinds Community College employees must commit to the Caring Campus approach to student engagement and daily apply these general behavioral objectives: listen to student questions and concerns with a positive attitude and make meaningful connections with students.
Campus Police Officers are charged with the duty of preserving the peace, order and decorum of the college community, maintaining an academic atmosphere in compliance with college regulations and state and federal statutes.
Qualifications Requirements
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.
- Must be twenty-one (21) years of age or older
- Be a citizen of the United States
- Must possess a current police officer certification through the MS Board of Law Enforcement Standards and Training (BLEOST) or other equivalent.
- Must not have a criminal history
- If prior military must have an honorable discharge
- If prior law enforcement, must not have been terminated for reasons of criminal activity, moral turpitude or other disciplinary grounds.
- Must not be legally prohibited from possessing firearms.
- Possess a good work history
- Display a history of showing respect for the law and the rights of others
- Free from addictive or excessive use of either alcohol or drugs or use of any illegal substances
- Free from any debilitating conditions or any other significant physical limitations or disabilities which would, in a physician's opinion, impair the applicant's ability to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of a police officer or complete the required minimum training requirements.
- Be psychologically capable of exercising appropriate judgment or restraint in performing the essential duties and responsibilities of a police officer.
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required; must hold certification from the Mississippi Board on Law Enforcement Officer Minimum Standards and Training Program.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES, Including The Following
- Provide safety and protection to the college community and public.
- Provide building and property security.
- Direct pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
- Respond to emergencies.
- Represent college and legal authority.
- Operate various types of motor vehicles.
- Operate various types of radio equipment.
- Proficient with firearms.
- Proficient in basic first aid.
- Make written and oral offense, informational and accident reports.
- Testify in college disciplinary and civil court proceedings.
- When the Governor of the State of Mississippi or the President of Hinds Community College declares a State of Emergency, it is the responsibility of all personnel of the Police Department to ensure the safety and security of the College. Therefore, each Officer and any other essential Department personnel will be required to come to work as assigned by the Chief of Police or their designee. This shall include the voiding of any and all days off and the extension of duty hours. Any Officer or personnel failing to meet this duty requirement will face possible termination.
- Perform other duties that may be assigned by the appropriate authority.
- Patrols campus to enforce laws and regulations.
- Regulates campus traffic.
- Assists with emergency service and provides emergency first aid treatment.
- Provides security for special events.
- Provides information to the College community and general public.
- Makes arrests, completes incident reports, and prepares criminal cases and presents testimony in court.
- Conducts crime prevention programs.
Officer will have supervisory duties as assigned by the Chief of Police.
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 use hand to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, taste and smell. The employee is frequently required to sit.
The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the 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.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, and the employee is occasionally required to perform job responsibilities in the outdoors and off site.
We promote a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects individual strengths, ideas, and capabilities. We believe that our differences enable us to make better decisions, drive innovation, and deliver better results.
Mission
Hinds Community College is committed to moving people and communities forward by helping develop their purpose, passion and profession.
Vision
Hinds Community College will be a catalyst to create a competitive economy and a compelling culture for Mississippi.
Values
Hinds Community College aspires to the following IDEALS
- Integrity
- Diversity
- Excellence
- Accountability
- Leadership
- Stewardship
The following have been designated to handle inquiries regarding these policies
EEOC Compliance: The Office of Human Resources
Box 1100 Raymond MS 39154; Phone: 601-857-3396 or Email: EEOC@hindscc.ed
Title IX: Vice President Student Services, Title IX Coordinator
Box 1100 Raymond MS 39154; Phone: 601-857-3353 or Email: TitleIX@hindscc.edu.
Full Time/Part Time
Part time
Position Type
Part Time
Job Classification
Police
Scheduled Hours
30