Police Officer

Date Revised: 10/03/2019

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job title: Police Officer

Job Category: Non-Exempt

PCLS: 40129

Salary Grade: E

Summary

Incumbents in the Police Officer position enforce local, state, and federal laws, ordinances, and regulations and perform community service activities. Incumbents ensure a prompt response to calls for service and investigate and document incidents. Police Officers protect the campus and campus citizens through a proper balance of foot, bike, and vehicle patrol.

Reporting and Supervisory Responsibilities

Police Officers report to the Police Sergeant or Police Captain. This classification has no supervisory responsibilities.

Typical Functions

1. Ensures a prompt response and a proper disposition to all calls for service. 2. Prepares quality reports as assigned.3. Ensures that crimes are properly investigated and that evidence is properly gathered, reported,

and preserved.4. Promotes the general safety of persons, property, and equipment through a proper balance of

vehicle, foot and bicycle patrol.5. Facilitates the safe and smooth flow of traffic by directing traffic and enforcing traffic laws

through citations and verbal warnings.6. Keeps the University community informed through appropriate public relations activities. 7. Develops a relationship of trust by becoming personally acquainted with members of the

campus community.8. Uses investigative skills to assist in investigations as directed by the Captain. 9. Provides direct support to the Captain and other supervisors by completing special assignments

and projects. 10. Keeps the Captain informed of any issues sensitive to the department or the University.11. Fosters good interdepartmental relations by cooperating with other law enforcement agencies

in information exchange.12. Maintains a thorough knowledge of rules, regulations, and laws applicable to current duties,

department policies and procedures, University regulations, and police operations. 13. Maintains physical readiness.

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14. Maintains certifications as needed for patrol work including firearms, radar/lidar, ACT, intoxilyzer, and pursuit driving.

15. Provides building security by responding daily to unsecured doors and alarms; checks security of buildings on a daily basis when called or when situation seems amiss.

16. Provides building security services as needed (i.e. during special events, times of emergency, or alert of imminent threats).

17. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.2. Ability to understand and follow safety procedures.3. Ability to write reports containing technical information.4. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.5. Skilled in the use of first aid procedures.6. Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures.7. Skilled in completing accident and criminal investigations.8. Ability to complete moderately complex administrative paperwork.9. Ability to gather and organize legal evidence.10. Skilled in the operation of police equipment such as radar and breath alcohol analyzers.11. Ability to provide legal depositions and testimony.12. Skilled in utilizing building security and lock systems and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

Utah POST certification as a Law Enforcement Officer or ability to obtain certification within 12 months of hire is required. Must be a U.S. citizen and be over the age of 21 at time of appointment.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

This position requires moderate physical activity, including the handling of average weight objects up to 25 pounds and/or standing or walking more than four hours per day. Employees may be exposed to unusual elements such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises. The work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following extensive safety precautions and may include the use of protective equipment.

Fundamental Abilities

Within the scope and complexity of each position’s responsibilities, each incumbent is expected to possess and demonstrate the following abilities:

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1. Communicating : Communicates effectively both verbally and in writing. 2. Problem solving : Analyzes information and evaluates results to select the best solution and solve

problems. 3. Monitoring : Measures performance of self; makes improvements and takes appropriate

corrective action.4. Critical Thinking : Comes to well-reasoned conclusions, solutions, and approaches to problems.5. Team Building : Works to create a team-based environment. Consistently demonstrates

cooperative behavior with colleagues, supervisors, and customers.6. Active Listening : Gives full attention when others are speaking; listens to understand, asks

questions as appropriate, and does not interrupt.7. Service Orientation : Actively seeks opportunities to help others.8. Conflict Resolution : Acts professionally when encountering customers who, at times, may be

frustrated.

Core Characteristics

As representatives of Utah State University and primary contributors to its mission, all employees are expected to demonstrate the following characteristics:

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2. Take initiative.3. Maintain confidentiality.4. Be accountable.5. Behave ethically.6. Be honest and trustworthy.7. Demonstrate a strong work ethic.

8. Be inquisitive.9. Be detail oriented.10. Be self-motivated.11. Efficiently manage multiple tasks.12. Be a team player.13. Be committed to improving USU.

Disclaimer

This position description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the position.

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