Job Title

　　Police Sergeant

　　Agency

　　Texas A&M International University

　　Department

　　University Police Department

　　Proposed Minimum Salary

　　$25.65 hourly

　　Job Location

　　Laredo, Texas

　　Job Type

　　Staff

　　Job Description

　　Job Summary

　　The Police Sergeant, under direction, supervises officers and police personnel and enforces, prevents, and investigates violations of the law and University rules and regulations.

　　Essential Duties and Responsibilities

　　Supervises assigned police officers and personnel. Evaluates, counsels, and advises subordinates. Approves subordinate leave.

　　Examines and approves reports and case files submitted by subordinates.

　　May supervise a squad of security officers at special events.

　　May function as a police sergeant in any sergeant's position within the department.

　　Disseminates administrative directives and policies and ensures implementation.

　　Patrols campus and acts as a point of contact for other agencies.

　　Provides professional skills to in-service seminars and training of subordinate officers.

　　Investigates offenses and arrests offenders of State Criminal Law and Transportation Code violations.

　　Prepares comprehensive reports.

　　Manages crime scenes and evidence collection and processing.

　　Attends meetings with other departments on and off campus.

　　Performs administrative duties.

　　May serve as a member of committees, recruit officer review.

　　Testifies in Justice of the Peace Court as well as County and District Courts and student judicial hearings.

　　Interacts with the public by speaking on various topics dealing with law enforcement and community policing.

　　This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.

　　Minimum Requirements

　　Education – High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.

　　Experience – Eight years of experience as a licensed Police Officer.

　　An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

　　Texas Peace Officer License - Advanced

　　Preferred Education and Experience

　　Eight or more years of experience with a University/College Police Department

　　Master Peace Officer Certification preferred.

　　Certified Field Training Officer

　　Peer Support Trained

　　Bike Certification

　　Knowledge and Abilities

　　Knowledge of:

　　Word processing and spreadsheet applications.

　　Demonstrated strong writing and verbal skills.

　　Ability to:

　　Multitask and work cooperatively with others.

　　Communicate effectively with all segments of the campus population.

　　Function under adverse and stressful conditions.

　　Preferred Knowledge and Abilities

　　Strong Interpersonal and organizational skills.License/Professional Certification - Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) advanced certification. Must have a State of Texas class "C" vehicle operator's license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment. Must have current certifications as follows:

　　Firearms Proficiency

　　Ballistic Shield Course completed.

　　ALERT training completed.

　　De-escalation training

　　Advanced Human Trafficking

　　Crisis Intervention Training

　　*New Supervisors Course (must be completed within one year of hire)

　　Physical Requirements – General Office Environment

　　The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

　　Supervision Received/Given

　　This position may supervise student employees and task workers.

　　Other Requirements

　　Work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends.

　　Applicant must successfully pass psychological evaluation, physical examination, and complete background investigation to include but not limited to driving history, criminal background, and credit history.

　　Position requires on campus, face-to-face interactions.

　　Position requires maintaining a regular schedule of attendance on campus and in the workplace.

　　Salary: $25.65/hourly

　　INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT: During the application process you have only one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. You will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once you “Submit” the application materials. The software does not allow you to “Save” your application and return to complete the process at a later time. The page "My Experience" has an area provided under Resume/CV to drop or upload files. Be sure to include:

　　Resume/CV

　　Cover Letter

　　At least 3 -5 professional references and their full contact information, and

　　Unofficial transcripts (if applicable)

　　Applications received by Texas A&M International University must have all job application data entered. Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. “See resume” is not an acceptable entry in the job application.

　　All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

　　Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

　　Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) is an international university, poised at the Gateway to Mexico and serving as the cultural and intellectual hub of a vibrant multilingual and multicultural community.

　　TAMIU provides over 7000 students with a learning environment anchored by the highest quality programs, built on a solid academic foundation in the arts and sciences. To fulfill its mission, the University offers a range of baccalaureate and masters programs and the Doctor of Philosophy degree in International Business. Programs focus on developing undergraduate and graduate offerings with a progressive international agenda for global study and understanding across all disciplines.

　　TAMIU prepares students for leadership roles in an increasingly complex, culturally diverse state, national, and global society. Through instruction, faculty and student research, and public service, TAMIU improves the quality of lives for citizens of the border region, the State of Texas, and national and international communities.

　　Texas A&M International University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

　　If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (956) 326-2360.

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