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　　Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

　　Posting Details

　　Position Information

　　Posting Number S05143P

　　Position Title Guard/Public Safety Officer

　　Department Police Department

　　Location Arlington

　　Job Family Police/Campus Safety

　　Position Status Full-time

　　Work Hours Shift

　　Work Schedule

　　Our University Police Agency operates 24/7 including weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.

　　May be required to work day, evenings or night hours on one of three shifts.

　　Work involves a degree of danger.

　　Must be able to work weekends and holidays.

　　Must be willing to work mandatory overtime with minimal notice.

　　Open to External and Internal

　　Salary Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience.

　　Duration Funding expected to continue

　　Pay Basis Monthly

　　Benefits Eligible Yes

　　Benefits at UTA

　　We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.

　　To help you understand the full value of these benefits, we have created a tool that calculates the total worth of your compensation package. This tool takes into account all of the benefits that you are eligible for, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. To access this tool and learn more about the total value of your benefits, please click on the following link:

　　https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php

　　University Information

　　The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution ( HSI ) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution ( AANAPISI ), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.

　　Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.

　　Job Summary

　　Public Safety Officers safeguard the community and property the U.T. System Administration or an institution of The University of Texas System. The Public Safety Officer’s duties include patrolling assigned areas, observing, and investigating suspicious behavior, enforcing regulations, completing incident reports, and processing lost/found property. Public Safety Officers work collaboratively with members of our community, other departments, and external partners. Public Safety Officers are expected to be highly attentive to irregularities and problem solve situations in their assigned area.

　　Essential Duties and Responsibilities

　　Provides service to students, employees, and visitors; writes reports; and directs flow of traffic and parking of cars when needed.

　　Patrol’s buildings and grounds to check for fires, water leaks, potential security and safety hazards and general building security, reporting all irregularities, emergencies, or suspicious activity.

　　Ensures all personnel entering the System Complex or a campus are properly identified.

　　Investigates and reports suspicious incidents; reviews and monitors security camera systems; and completes reports as necessary.

　　Processes recovered/found property.

　　Ensuring proper chain of custody, secure handling procedures, and correct disposition of property.

　　Responds to and assists on fire alarms, medical emergencies, and injured person incidents.

　　Provides support to police officers.

　　Performs other duties as assigned.

　　This position is classified as security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Section 51.215, Texas Education Code.

　　Required Qualifications

　　High School diploma, GED , or equivalent.

　　Must have the physical and mental capabilities to properly carry out responsibilities and duties as a Public Safety Officer of The University of Texas System Police.

　　Must possess a valid driver’s license and be eligible to drive a University owned and/or leased motor vehicle.

　　Must successfully pass a thorough background investigation.

　　Must be able to provide creditable testimony in a court of law.

　　Preferred Qualifications

　　Good communication skills.

　　Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.

　　Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

　　Other Requirements

　　Working Conditions

　　May be required to workday, evenings or night hours on one of three shifts.

　　Special Conditions for Eligibility

　　CBC Requirement

　　It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

　　EEO Statement

　　It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington ( UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.

　　ADA Accommodations

　　The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email [email protected].

　　Posting Detail Information

　　Number of Vacancies 2

　　Open Until Filled

　　Minimum Number of References Required 3

　　Maximum Number of References Accepted

　　Special Instructions to Applicants

　　Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

　　Requirement Questions

　　Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

　　What is the highest level of education attained? GED

　　High School Diploma

　　Associate's Degree

　　Bachelor's Degree

　　Master's Degree

　　PhD or equivalent

　　Do you possess a valid Texas Class C operator driver's license or any other states equivalent to driving a personal vehicle? Yes

　　No

　　Documents Needed To Apply

　　Required Documents

　　Resume or CV

　　Cover/Interest Letter

　　Optional Documents