Corporal

at  California State University

Job no: 543795
Work type: Staff
Location: Long Beach
Categories: Unit 8 - SUPA - State University Police Association, Probationary, Full Time, Safety

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the sergeant, the employee receives detailed instructions and broad guidelines on the performance of his/her duties and responsibilities. Independence in judgments and methods of operations will be expected, ensuring that all actions conform to the parameters of Department policy. The incumbent may rotate among day, evening and night tours of duty and may be required to rotate among various assignments at the discretion of the Field Operations Captain or the Chief of Police. Employee may be required to work overtime.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of law enforcement methods, traffic control and arrest & safety procedures. Ability to communicate with an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community. Ability to follow all university policies, procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to safety, civility, information security, and non-discrimination policies and procedures. Ability to contribute to a positive university experience for each and every student and assist in achieving the university’s commitment to a “vision of excellence.”

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and successful completion of a P.O.S.T. certified training program, including a Basic Course Certificate.
• Must meet employment requirements established by P.O.S.T. and state law.
• Must have a minimum of two years active law enforcement experience required.

PHYSICAL SUMMARY

• Heavy work - Job involves lifting more than 40 pounds. Approximately half of the incumbent’s time will be spent walking, standing, squatting, kneeling, or climbing.

• General Law Enforcement and Community Interactions - Handles criminal and non-criminal cases; problems of safety; and public service situations. Investigates criminal occurrences. Makes arrests and transports prisoners. Employee contacts all witnesses involved in cases and may remind them of trial and court dates, to include assisting them in preparing for testimony. Employee will have instances where personal court appearance is necessary. Employee handles motor vehicle collisions and provides safety escorts for persons and/or money. Employee is responsible for building perimeter lock and unlock. Responds to fire and security alarms. Employee utilizes evacuation procedures for faculty, staff, students, and visitors as emergency situations require.
• Supervision - Assists the shift Sergeant as the Watch Commander in their absence and assists the supervisor with the day to day oversight and development to the shift they are assigned.
• Administration and Report Writing - Writes reports which accurately describe events as they occur or as they are described to the employee. Includes accident diagrams or crime scenes as needed. Requires knowledge of computer operations.
• The Corporal verbally communicates information in person, by two-way radio or by telephone; includes testifying in court, relaying information to supervisors, fellow officers, and other agencies.
• Training and Maintaining Equipment - Participates in training which includes classroom instruction and on-the-job training. Employee is issued Department equipment necessary to perform duties and is expected to keep that equipment in clean, working order.