Public Safety Officer (PSO)

Job Posting Title:

Public Safety Officer (PSO)

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Hiring Department:

University Police Department

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

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FLSA Status:

To Be Determined at Offer

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Earliest Start Date:

Ongoing

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue

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Location:

AUSTIN, TX

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Job Details:

General Notes

The University of Texas at Austin Police Department (UTPD) is a state police agency that employs more than 100 sworn officers. It is a fully-functioning, accredited state police agency serving the UT community 24 hours a day. For more information on UTPD, please visit: https://police.utexas.edu/

Your skills will make a difference.

You’ll be working for a university that is internationally recognized for our academic programs and research. Your work will make a difference in the lives of FAS staff, thereby enhancing the student experience. If you’re the type of person that wants to know your work has meaning and impact, you’ll like working in our department and for UT Austin. UT Austin provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to:

• Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
• Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
• Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with 7.75% employer matching funds
• Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
• Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities
• Tuition assistance
• Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
• Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card
• Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card

For more details, please see: https://hr.utexas.edu/prospective/benefits and https://hr.utexas.edu/current/services/my-total-rewards

Recruitment and selection information may be communicated via email. See website https://police.utexas.edu/careers for a list of requirements. Only applicants selected to move forward in the first phase of the hiring process will be contacted via email and subject to the

following:

• DP1-Personal History Statement (and required documents)

Finalists under consideration for hire will be subject to the following screening requirements and must successfully past a:

• Fingerprinting
• Background check (thorough investigation)

Responsibilities

• Frequent patrolling in a designated UT vehicle and/or on foot as assigned and by being observant at all times.
• Foot patrol includes walking for extended periods and climbing stairs. PSOs have access to a bicycle for patrols upon completing a training class. PSOs handle door position notification calls on the campus as are dispatched by the Department and will turn in any issues to the appropriate parties for repairs.  
• Maintain effective communication with other UTPD personnel and professional, courteous communication with the public. UTPD PSOs should always be visible and approachable to assist any and everyone who needs help.
• Other related functions as assigned.

Required Qualifications

High school graduation or GED. Stable work history. Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing. Must be able to stand or walk several hours each day and able to work in all weather conditions. Must be able to provide credible testimony in a court of law.  Ability to complete and review forms in detail with accuracy and in a timely manner.

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

One or more years of experience as a security guard or police officer. Two years of college level education. Experience operating a handheld radio. Familiar with police operations. Bilingual English/Spanish.

Driving Required

Class "C" Operator's Driver's License. Applicant selected must provide a current three year Driving Record from the current state of residence. If not currently a Texas resident, must obtain a Texas Driver's License within 30 days after entering Texas as a new resident. Acceptable driving record and eligible to operate a university-owned vehicle in accordance with UTS 157.<