Campus Police Officer

SUMMARY

Employees of this classification are responsible for patrol and other related police functions, as well as safety and security functions. Work is performed in accordance with established Southeastern University policies and procedures, Southeastern University Department of Campus Police and Safety policies and procedures and directions received orally and/or in writing from the Chief of Police, Captain or other designated authority who reviews the work through observation and a review of the work results.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following is an outline of the basic job responsibilities.  However, this listing is not meant to be all inclusive.  Basic job responsibilities and duties can be changed or expanded orally and/or in writing by a ranking officer with the approval of the Chief of Police.

• Enforce all federal, state, county and municipal codes, statutes or ordinances, and arrest offenders if the situation warrants such action.
• Enforce all Southeastern Oklahoma State University rules and regulations referred to them for enforcement.
• Protect life and property against criminal attack and to preserve the peace.
• Provide protection against any harmful acts, both willful and inadvertent, whether of a criminal or non-criminal basis.
• The enforcement of all traffic and parking regulations on and around Southeastern Oklahoma State University within the guidelines of the state laws, city ordinances and university traffic and parking regulations in order to prevent accidents, decrease traffic congestion and insure the safety of all persons within the campus environment.
• Patrol the campus by vehicle and foot in order to protect and guard all persons, grounds, buildings and equipment from harm, damage or destruction by others.
• Cooperate with all local law enforcement agencies.
• Investigate all criminal acts, process the recovery of stolen property, write reports on all incidents and make follow-up reports as required.  Prepare case records for presentation to appropriate court for filing of charges and testify as required.  Make original and follow-up investigations of all motor vehicle accidents and testify in criminal court as required.
• Handle all emergencies, disorders, and special University events and keep the Chief of Police, Captain, and on-duty supervisors informed of all important matters.
• Inform the Chief of Police, Captain, and the on-duty supervisor of all arrests as soon as practical.
• Provide public service to all persons on campus, giving information, directions, assistance, and comfort to those in distress.
• Assume the duties of desk officer, maintain radio communication logs, building logs, telephone and other duties that may be assigned by a superior officer.
• To be called out, if not on duty, in times of emergency or when other situations arise that additional help is needed.
• Any additional police duties that may be required by the Chief of Police.

ADDITIONAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES (FUNCTIONS, DUTIES)

1. Attendance and Dependability: The employee can be depended upon to report to the assigned duty station at the scheduled time. Employee can be depended upon to complete work in a timely, accurate, and thorough manner and is conscientious, about assignments.
2. Communication and Contact: The employee communicates effectively and professionally both verbally and in writing with superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside of the University.
3. Relationships with Others: The employee works effectively and relates well with others including superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the University. The employee exhibits a professional manner in dealing with others and works to maintain constructive working environment.
4. Safety: Employee works safely, attends safety training offered/required, and follows appropriate safety rules and regulations. In relation to level of NIMs training completed, participates in incident management preparation, and performs incident duties as assigned.