The Campus Police Officer will report to the Chief of Campus Police. The Campus Police Officer is a certified law enforcement official with the power of arrest. In the absence of the Police Chief, directs and coordinates the performance of campus security in a manner that will protect the public’s investment and support the College’s operational objectives. The officer will respond to students, faculty/staff and visitor calls for service on the SCC campus and will implement programs in law enforcement, campus policing, health and safety, parking and traffic and crime prevention.

Essential Duties:

· Establish and maintain a good working relationship with Campus Police Chief, co-workers, faculty, staff, students, and the general public, by providing excellent customer service.

· Assist in providing a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment for all students and educators.

· Responds to calls/request from campus officials for police service; attempts to resolve disputes, disturbances and other incidents through counseling or referral.

· Provides support and assistance to faculty, staff, and students. Takes appropriate police action in emergency situations.

· Conducts criminal investigations in accordance with all applicable legal requirements, including all applicable laws, regulations, and policies governing the use of force, interrogations, searches and arrests.

· Enforces regulations of the College; arrests offenders; makes felony and misdemeanor arrests. Testifies in criminal and civil court proceedings; gives depositions.

· Conducts routine preventative patrol of assigned school premises and surrounding areas; maintains an open line of communication with all members of the campus community.

· Prepares written reports, forms, and other documents as required.?Completes daily, weekly, and monthly reports as required.

· Participates in the extracurricular activities and meetings as requested.

· Participates in campus activities, student organizations, and athletic events when invited and feasible.

· Maintain the peace and safety of the campus?community; responds to public disturbances; maintains civil obedience at school and campus functions.

· Promotes crime prevention and public safety through educational programs; makes presentations to the faculty, staff and students concerning crime prevention and related police matters in the school and campus environment.

· To be aware at all times of the responsibility to improve the image of the uniformed law enforcement officer in the eyes of the students and the community.

· Attends required annual safety training and continuing education. Must complete required courses and certification as deemed necessary by the College.

· Attends department and College meetings as appropriate.

· Uses and maintains equipment, including specialized equipment, i.e. computer, fire extinguisher, radio, vehicle, uniform, weapons, etc.

· Inspects and maintains assigned police equipment ie. vehicle, uniform, weapon, etc.

· Performs other duties as directed by the Chief of Campus Police.