Definition
Distinguishing Characteristics
Typical Work
Inspect buildings and grounds for prowlers, fire, property damage, or other irregularities;
Direct and regulate traffic; investigate accidents or crimes; administer first aid; Issue citations for violations; gather evidence; locate witnesses; appear in court, present evidence, and testify against persons accused of crime;
Operate department communication equipment; answer telephone inquiries; receive reports of criminal activity; dispatch foot and mobile units; operate paging system; monitor alarm systems; prepare, type, and distribute reports;
Prevent or disperse illegal gatherings or demonstrations; maintain surveillance of an area suspect for criminal activity;
Issue misdemeanor citations; investigate, arrest and/or book suspects into applicable detention facilities for misdemeanors, gross misdemeanors, and felony offenses;
Assist city or county police and state patrol in cases of emergency;
Perform related duties as required.
Legal Requirement(s)
Desirable Qualifications
AND
Two years of full-time college in Police Science or allied field;
OR
One year of police or campus security experience. U.S. Citizenship may be required.
Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.
Examination Requirements:
• The examination (including written, E & T and oral components) will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's experience involving public contact, ability to drive safely, ability to follow written and oral instructions, training, physical and personal qualifications related to the ability to perform the duties of a Campus Police Officer. Credit will be given for knowledge of laws and ordinances, police procedures and practices, investigation and arrest procedures and first aid.
Class Specification History
Revise Minimum Qualifications: 7-19-74
Revise MQ: 7-2-90
Revised new class code: (formerly 2626) effective July 1, 2007