Florida A&M University
Law Enforcement Officer
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Overview
Position vacancy Announcement: Florida A&M University is pleased to announce the acceptance of qualified applications for the LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER vacancy.RequirementsEvery member within the agency will strive to provide excellent police services to all visitors and merchants of FAMU community.The concept of university and community policing when carrying out assigned duties and responsibilities is to enhance campus safety and security for all who enter upon the FAMU grounds. Officers provide for public safety by maintaining order, responding to emergencies, protecting people and property, enforcing vehicle and criminal laws, and promoting good community relations. This is law enforcement supervising law.While performing the duties of a law enforcement officer, tasks involve intermittent performance of physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of bending, kneeling, crouching, and climbing. The duties of a LEO may also involve the pushing, pulling, or lifting of heavy objects and/or people, such as in the event of subduing a suspect(s) resisting arrest. Some tasks are performed with the potential intermittent exposure to disagreeable elements not limited to heat, humidity, inclement weather, loud noises, toxic/chemical electrical currents, behavior, weapons, traffic, and animals. Tasks include around parts, vehicles, equipment, golf carts, ATVs, and material where extremely heightened awareness to surroundings is essential in the protection of life and property. Standard body gear equipment applies in preservation of life and as does special equipment based on need, including, but not limited to, various types of body armor and safety gear.Patrol the University in a mobile unit or by foot patrol to prevent and/or reduce criminal activity, preserve the peace, and apprehend suspects in emergency and non-emergency situations; conducts preliminary investigations of crimes and attempted crimes; searches and seizures; locates and preserves evidence and crime scenes; prepares reports; executes arrests when necessary; Patrol University to prevent property loss due to fire or flooding, aids accident victims, and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries.Monitor, report and suspect persons and situations, safety hazards, unusual illegal activity in patrol areas, with the public to gain their confidence to enhance crime prevention and law enforcement efforts, conducting and/or vehicle checks for security purposes; Conduct prevention or orientation talks and participate in outreach programs.Conduct traffic crash investigations, prepares reports utilizing Traffic and Criminal Software (TRACS), submits findings to supervisor, and draws diagram(s) of accident scenes and interviews witnesses; Monitor traffic to ensure motorists observe traffic regulations and exhibit safe driving; Patrol University streets for traffic violations; issues uniform citations to traffic violators; controls traffic congestion; directs traffic and parking for events.Provide assistance to other law enforcement agencies by apprehending suspects who may be students or employees of the University; serves warrants/arrests, stolen property, etc; Maintain proficiency in the daily operation of Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD), ensuring that all reports are complete with required documentation and submitted as required before end of tour of duty.Inspect and maintains departmental equipment in good working order, i.e., service weapons, vehicles, leather gear, handcuffs, badges, personal equipment, etc; Keep abreast of University policies, rules & regulations (to include student codes), current statutes, law updates, standard operating procedures and/or departmental general orders to promote efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance in the performance of special tasks; Seek and/or creates professional development opportunities that enhance individual as well as agency capabilities; Testify in court, administrative hearings, and other criminal proceedings as required by law; Conduct prevention talks and training; Perform related duties as required. Minimum QualificationsMust meet the requirements for Chapter 943, Florida Statutes. Must have one year of work experience and a valid driver's license. Competencies Knowledge of law enforcement principles and techniques; criminal justice system; crime prevention and control procedures; and arrest procedures;Knowledge of university policies, rules & regulations (to include student codes), current statutes, law updates, standard operating procedures and/or departmental general orders;Skill in using restraining devices;Skill and ability to qualify annually on firearms;Skill and ability to safely operate a motor vehicle, in emergency and nonemergency situations;Ability to work in dangerous and stressful situations;Ability to understand and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures;Ability to effectively apply emergency medical care techniques;Ability to determine work priorities, and complete work assignments;Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; and,Ability to follow oral and written directives. University Support Personnel Services (USPS) positions are career service jobs where terms and conditions are generally recognized through collective bargaining agreements and/or state statute. In accordance with Florida Statute 112.219, relevant work experience may substitute for the required education: 4 years of experience in lieu of a Bachelor’s, or 6 years in lieu of a Master’s.
How to apply
Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history and education details even if attaching a resume. If you are a current FAMU employee, you must apply through Workday. This search is being conducted under Florida law, including the Sunshine law and Public Records law. Conditions of Employment: Successful candidate is subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks and verification of education. An official college transcript, a high school diploma, or other educational documents must be submitted, where applicable, at the time of employment. Only United States (U.S.) citizens or aliens who have a legal right to work in the U.S. are eligible for employment. Federal law requires proof of your authorization to work in the United States. You will be required to provide proof of your identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of employment. Section 110.1128, Florida Statutes, prohibits employment by the State (including re-hire after a break in service) of any male born after October 1, 1962, who failed to register with the Selective Service System, under the provisions of the U.S. Military Selective Service Act, during the person’s period of eligibility (ages 18 through 25). Additionally, if currently employed by the State, this law prohibits the promotion of such person. You may be required to provide documentation. Reasonable Accommodation: If you require a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Amendment Act (ADAA), please contact the Office of Equal Opportunity Programs at (850) 599-3076 at least ten (10) days prior to the start of the event. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the University by calling TDD via FRS (800) 955-8771. Equal Opportunity/Equal Access University: Florida A&M University is an equal opportunity employer. Veterans': Preference will be given to eligible Veterans’ and spouses of Veterans' as required by Florida Statutes.
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