Corporal

at  California State University

Job no: 536932
Work type: Staff
Location: San José
Categories: Unit 8 - SUPA - State University Police Association, Probationary, Full Time, Safety

JOB SUMMARY

The Corporal performs general law enforcement work that includes some or all of the following: patrolling campus buildings and grounds on foot or vehicle; maintaining order; enforcing laws, rule and regulations; apprehending and processing violators; initiating police action; preparing and presenting oral and written reports; providing assistance to campus personnel, students and the public in public safety matters; and serving as the lead or senior member on a campus patrol operation. A team leader, assistant watch commander, or patrol agent responsible for leading a shift and providing direction to officers in the field.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Effective interpersonal skills to resolve a wide variety of sensitive situations.
• Effective oral and written communication skills, including writing clear and comprehensive reports.
• Ability to think and act effectively in emergency and sensitive situations.
• Thorough knowledge of current law enforcement methods and procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of current criminal codes and laws.
• Thorough knowledge of effective investigative techniques and procedures.
• Ability to work independently and make sound judgements, and oversee and evaluate assigned staff effectively.
• Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with a widely diverse population, and act calmly and rationally in emergency situations.
• Ability to assist in the administration of a public safety program in a fair and objective manner.
• Ability to provide effective leadership, training, and direction to assigned personnel, and assist in developing department policies and procedures.
• Ability to handle multiple work priorities, organize and plan work and projects.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive communications with employees and external agencies.
• Ability to quickly learn and apply a variety of state, federal, CSU, and SJSU policies and procedures.
• Excellent customer service and public relations skills.
• Ability to perform the wide range of duties associated with a sworn position within a small law enforcement agency.
• Ability to wear a full duty uniform with specified safety equipment and perform the basic job functions of a POST-certified law enforcement officer (arrest and control techniques, firearms qualifications, operations of emergency vehicles, etc.).
• Work shifts will vary and may include nights and weekends.
• Ability to meet all requirements for POST Certification.
• Ability to callback with minimal notice for major incidents and emergency situations on campus.
• Ability to occasionally travel to other campus offices and off campus locations.
• Ability to maintain composure in highly stressful and sometimes volatile situations.
• Ability to communicate with constituents in a professional and respectful manner.
• Ability to maintain a Valid California Driver’s License.
• Ability to possess a valid P.O.S.T. Certificate of Eligibility or a P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate in good standing.
• Eligibility to be a peace officer in the State of California.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent and graduation from a Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T) academy and a Basic Course Certificate
• Two or more years of active law enforcement experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• POST Intermediate Certificate
• Three (3) or more years as a sworn officer

• Patrols area within the jurisdiction of UPD, arrests violators of federal, state, and/or local laws, and prepares factual reports concerning the arrests
• Investigates and prepares complete reports of crimes occurring on the University campus wherein the perpetrator has evaded arrest or detection
• Cite violators of traffic regulations within the specified jurisdiction; conducts initial investigation of crimes occurring on state property and investigates potential safety hazards either observed or reported
• Provides security for large gatherings, assemblies and/or other university activities or events
• Participates in emergency preparedness, crime prevention and safety programs on an as required bases
• Develops, implements, and enforces campus and department policies, procedures, and regulations within the assigned area of responsibility
• Serves as the lead or senior member on assigned campus patrol operation; assists watch commander or patrol agent responsible for leading a shift and providing direction to officers in the field
• Assumes command in absence of superiors
• Provides on-the-job training to assigned staff; develops lesson plans and training for community groups
• Provides public representations and workshops in support of department programs