Police Specialist I

Job Summary

Patrols assigned area to enforce laws and university policies, regulate traffic, control crowds, prevent crime, and arrest violators.

Job Functions

• Patrols assigned areas on foot or in a police car to detect crime and arrest violators.
• Regulates pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
• Apprehends, arrests, and files charges on suspects when required.
• Prepares and presents testimony in court concerning traffic violations, burglaries and other offenses.
• Provides security for special university events when needed.
• Investigates traffic accidents and files preliminary accident reports.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

High school degree with valid Tennessee driver’s license. Possess current and verifiable certification as a Police Officer in Tennessee, or able to obtain certification within six months. Previous law enforcement experience preferred.

Job Family

Police

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

EEO Category

Service (Non-Supervisory)

Rev. Date

01/01/08

Job Key

30000373

Pay Grade

33