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Public Safety Officer

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number S05428P
Position Title Public Safety Officer
Functional Title
Department University Police
Salary Range $37,000 - $40,000
Pay Basis Monthly
Position Status Regular full-time
Location Richardson
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Open Date 02/02/2024
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Desired Start Date 03/01/2024
Job Summary
To provide service and information to students, employees, and visitors; to enforce the rules and regulations of the U.T. System Administration or an institution of The University of Texas System and to help safeguard property of the U.T. System Administration or an institution of The University of Texas System.

Ability to work in variable weather conditions, and any one of three shifts with varying days off. Job duties require the ability to drive, walk, run, stoop, climb, crouch, push, jump-over, pull, carry, reach above head, lift, lower, hand-wrist and elbow motion, grasp, and hold. Also, must be able to lift 40 to 50lbs occasionally.

Will be required to work rotating shift assignments on days, evenings, and nights with varying days off and on holidays. Subject to emergency recall during various types of unusual occurrences and emergencies.
Minimum Education and Experience

Graduation from high school, vocational school or equivalent.; valid Texas Driver’s license; physical and mental capability to properly carry out responsibilities and duties as a guard.
Preferred Education and Experience
N/A
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Provides service to students and employees.
  • Directs flow of traffic and parking of cars when needed.
  • Patrols 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.
  • Provides directions to locate buildings and offices and other general information to visitors.
  • Patrols buildings and grounds on foot or in vehicle to provide security and prevent crime.
  • Locks and unlocks buildings, assists motorists with vehicle problems (as trained), and assists authorized personnel with building access.
  • Performs other related duties as required.
Physical Activities
Working Conditions
Additional Information
A remote work schedule is not available for this position

What We Can Offer
UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee-friendly and supportive work environment. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package that is effective as of your hire date includes:
  • Competitive Salary
  • Tuition Benefits
  • Internal Training
  • BCBS PPO Medical insurance – 100% paid for full-time employees
  • PPO and DHMO Dental Insurance Plan – PPO plans include ortho benefits
  • Vision Insurance
  • Long and short-term disability
  • TRS Retirement Plan – defined benefit plan offering lifetime annuity upon retirement
  • Option Retirement Program (ORP) – in lieu of TRS for eligible employees
  • Voluntary Retirement Plan Options – additional savings opportunities with Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans and Deferred Compensation Plans
  • Free Dental/Vision/AD&D – for eligible employees who waive UTD medical & have outside group medical coverage
  • Paid time off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Winter Break
  • Fertility Benefits
  • Remote Work Options – approved by department

All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.
Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.

If you are looking for a rewarding career opportunity with great benefits? Look no further! Join our team!
Special Instructions Summary
Important Message
1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.

2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. EOE, including disability/veterans. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Have you ever taken money from any place where you have worked, or currently work, without direct permission from a person in authority?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * Have you ever submitted a falsified expense report?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * Have you ever illegally possessed, transported, manufactured or sold a firearm?
    • Yes
    • No
  4. * Have you ever stolen from an employer?
    • Yes
    • No
  5. * Have you ever submitted an untruthful statement in order to obtain employment?
    • Yes
    • No
  6. * Have you ever submitted an untruthful statement on a legal or government document?
    • Yes
    • No
  7. * Have you ever taken any illegal drugs at a workplace or while performing a job function?
    • Yes
    • No
  8. * Have you used marijuana in any form in the last three years?
    • Yes
    • No
  9. * Have you ever used Hashish in any form?
    • Yes
    • No
  10. * Have you ever used Speed or Methamphetamines in any form?
    • Yes
    • No
  11. * Have you ever used Heroin in any form?
    • Yes
    • No
  12. * Have you ever used “GHB” in any form?
    • Yes
    • No
  13. * Have you ever used Cocaine in any form?
    • Yes
    • No
  14. * Have you ever used “LSD” or “DMT” in any form?
    • Yes
    • No
  15. * Have you ever used “X.T.C.” in any form?
    • Yes
    • No
  16. * Have you ever been involved or assisted anyone in the smuggling of an illegal drug or substance into this country?
    • Yes
    • No
  17. * Have you ever bought anything you knew was stolen?
    • Yes
    • No
  18. * Have you ever sold or pawned anything you knew was stolen?
    • Yes
    • No
  19. * Have you ever had a security clearance by the government revoked?
    • Yes
    • No
  20. * Have you ever knowingly violated a government security clearance?
    • Yes
    • No
  21. * Have you ever sold or attempted to sell government information or classified information?
    • Yes
    • No
  22. * Have you ever been convicted of an act of domestic violence (family violence)?
    • Yes
    • No
  23. * How many traffic citations have you received within the last 3 years?
    • 0
    • 1
    • 2
    • 3
    • 4
    • 5 or more
  24. * Have you been arrested or charged with a crime by law enforcement other than a traffic citation?
    • Yes
    • No
  25. * Have you ever been placed on court ordered probation or parole?
    • Yes
    • No
  26. * This job requires you to work days, evenings, night shifts, weekends and holidays. Are you willing to work with this type of schedule?
    • Yes
    • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Resume
Optional Documents
  1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
  2. Veteran Employment Preference - Form DD-214