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Job Title Police Officer Department Rice University Police Department Full Time/Part Time Full-Time Requisition Number S19242 Open Date 10/30/2018 Close Date Salary Information

$25.70/hour or $53,456/year

Work Schedule

Various schedules: days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Benefits Eligible Yes Eligible for Overtime Yes Position Summary

With minimal supervision from a Police Sergeant, a Police Officer with the Rice University Police Department is responsible for the protection of life and property on the campus and any properties under the care, custody, and control of the university. During patrol duty, the Police Officer will respond to emergencies, enforce motor vehicle and criminal laws, respond to requests for assistance, investigate suspicious persons and situations, safety hazards, and unusual or illegal activity. A Police Officer will interact frequently with members of the university community in order to meet their expectations and may be called upon to work with other organizations and persons, internal and external to the Rice University Police Department, to coordinate smooth and effective operations and events.

Education Required HS Diploma or equivalent Major/Discipline Substitution for Education Requirement

Experience may not be substituted for the education requirement.

Education Preferred

Associate’s degree or higher.

Experience Required No experience required Type of Experience Substitution for Experience Requirement

Education may not be substituted for the experience requirement.

Experience Preferred

Prior law enforcement experience; it is highly desirable that the experience be in a school environment.

License/Certification Required

- Permanent license as a Peace Officer from TCOLE OR an out of state equivalent with the ability to qualify for TCOLE by date of employment.
- Valid Texas driver’s license (or ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment) with no more than three moving violations within the past 36 months, and no convictions or deferred dispositions for Driving While Intoxicated or Driving Under the Influence within the past 10 years.

License/Certification Preferred Skills Required

- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to effectively operate various communications and data storage devices.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and in highly stressful and dangerous situations.
- Good situational judgment.
- Knowledge and application of the university Parking and traffic regulations and Texas penal and traffic laws.

Skills Preferred

- A comprehensive understanding of university or higher education culture.
- Ability to develop positive and productive working relationships with students, faculty, and staff.

Internal / External Contacts

- Will represent the department and the university to the university community, neighbors, outside law enforcement, governmental agencies, organizations, and persons interacting with the university.
- Will meet frequently with members of the university community and various university and public organizations.
- Shall maintain a good relationship with the student media and the Office of Public Affairs.
- May be called upon to speak with the media as a representative of the department.
- Must maintain a cooperative and enthusiastic attitude when interacting with the university community and public.

Physical Demands

- Must be able to see, hear, and speak clearly.
- Must be able to climb a minimum of nine (9) flights of stairs.
- Must be able to run a considerable distance.
- Must be able to operate and ride a bicycle.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and push/pull up to 150 pounds.
- Must be able to use issued police weapons.

Working Conditions

Work is conducted indoors and outdoors; exposure to extremes in temperature and weather; patrols of campus by foot, in campus vehicles, electric powered golf carts, and police bicycles; must be able to handle dangerous and violent individuals when necessary; work schedules are set and there will be mandatory overtime. This position is considered essential during a campus emergency. The incumbent in this position is expected to report to campus, provide the essential services designated and work under the overall direction of the Crisis Management Team for the duration of a campus emergency.

Security Sensitive Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

In order to advance in the officer search, each applicant must take and pass two assessments: physical readiness and report writing. The physical assessment will be given on a Saturday morning, and the report writing assessment that same afternoon. The exact date and time will be determined after the applicant pool reaches 50 or more.

Applicants will report to the Rice University Police Department located near Entrance 8 at the intersection of University Boulevard and Stockton. Applicants will be directed where to go from there. Applicants should dress in athletic wear for the physical assessment phase. The physical readiness assessment will consist of push-ups and a one (1) mile run. Applicants should do as many push-ups as possible in two (2) minutes, with the minimum amount required being 10 push-ups. Applicants are also required to run one (1) mile in 20 minutes or less. Applicants will be given the opportunity to change clothing or shower after the physical assessment.

The report writing assessment requires the applicant to view a police training video, which is approximately 10 minutes long. Afterwards, the applicant is given 30 minutes to write a report, which will be evaluated for organization, clarity, and grammar. RUPD Supervisors will evaluate the report and determine an overall rating of pass or fail. All questions regarding the above assessments should be directed to the RUPD Training Division at 713-348-4593 or 713-348-4581.

Quick Link for Posting http://jobs.rice.edu/postings/17317 Job Duties

Job Duty Name Essential Functions Description of Job Duty

- Provides for campus safety by maintaining order, responding to emergencies, protecting people and property, enforcing motor vehicle and criminal laws, respond to requests for assistance and promoting good community relations.
- Prepares reports that document incidents and activities.
- Monitors, notes, reports, and investigates suspicious persons and situations, safety hazards, and unusual or illegal activity in patrol area.
- Identifies, pursues, and arrests suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Participates in training activities including classroom, seminar, or field training.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.

Applicant Documents Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Do you have a permanent license as a Peace Officer from TCOLE OR an out of state equivalent with the ability to qualify for TCOLE by date of employment?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Do you possess (or have ability to obtain within 30 days of hire) and maintain a valid Texas driver's license?
   • Yes
   • No
4. * Have you had four or more moving violations and/or at fault accidents in the past three years?
   • Yes
   • No
5. * Do you have any convictions or deferred dispositions for Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) or Driving Under the Influence (DUI) within the past 10 years?
   • Yes
   • No