Police Officer

The Blinn College District is searching for a Police Officer at our Brenham Campus.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities are listed below:

Job Summary

To provide a safe and secure college campus, through professional and
standard procedures.

Principal Accountabilities

1. First Line field police officer.
2. Patrols college campus in an efficient process, to deter criminal acts.
3. Responds to calls for assistance, investigate in an efficient and effective manner.
4. Takes initial report of criminal acts, prepares and submits written reports.
5. Assist other outside agencies.
6. Will work day, evening or night shift.
7. Enforce the laws of The State of Texas.
8. Testifies in court as needed.
9. Manages crime scene, preserves and collects evidence.
10. Performs related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications/ Required Degree, License or Certifications

1. High school graduation or equivalent.
2. Basic TCOLE certification.

Minimum Competencies

1. Possess the ability to use a variety of police and clerical equipment.
2. Have the ability to communicate effectively with all segments of the college.
3. Must be in good physical condition.
4. Have the ability to function under stressful conditions.
5. State of Texas Class C Driver license.
6. Ability to work within a team environment
7. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with instructors, staff, administration, students, the general public and outside agencies.
8. Have the ability to function under stressful conditions.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Associates degree
2. Two years of police experience.

Preferred Competencies

Special Notes To Applicants

This is a 12 month, benefits eligible position. Blinn College pays 100% of
health insurance for full time employees, 50% for dependents, and two times
your annual salary in life insurance benefits. Optional coverages can begin
on your first active duty date. If you would like to review insurance benefits in
advance, you can access the New Employee Benefits Guide online,
http://www.ers.texas.gov/PDFs/NEBG-HE.pdf Leave time includes 96 hours
vacation, 40 hours discretionary and 16 hours personal each year and 8
hours sick each month. Paid leave for college designated holiday's, spring
break, Thanksgiving and Christmas break (approx. 25 days per year)

Physical and Mental Requirements

May have to work after hours.
Situations, Emergency and non-Emergency Events
Reports

Heavy lifting, 45 to 70 lbs., Straight pulling, Pulling hand over hand, Repeated
bending, Reaching above shoulder, Simple grasping, Dual simultaneous
grasping, Walking, Standing, Sitting, Crawling, Twisting, Pushing, Stooping,
Climbing stairs, Climbing ladders, Operating office equipment, Operating
motor vehicle, Seeing, Identifying colors, Depth perception, Hearing (with
aid), Writing, Counting, Reading, Telling time, Heavy carrying, 45 to 70 lbs.,
Operating mechanical equipment

Running or jogging with physical exertion at the end

Environmental Requirements

Travel by car 50%, Outside, Inside,
Excessive heat, Excessive cold, Excessive humidity, Slippery/uneven walking
surfaces, Working closely with other, Working alone, Excessive
dampness/chill, Fumes, smoke, or gases, Dust, Working around moving
objects or vehicles, Constant noise, Vibration

Job Type: Full Time

Employment Type: Non-Exempt

Compensation: Annual Salary

Salary or Wage: $60,000

Grade: B23

Division: Executive Vice Chancellor

Department: Campus Police

Location: Brenham Campus

Target Hire Date: 1/12/2026

The Blinn College District provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.