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Job Specification

CAMPUS POLICE OFFICER

DEFINITION:

Under supervision of a Campus Police Sergeant, Lieutenant, or other 
supervisory officer in the Campus Police Department in a State 
college/university campus, provides foot and vehicular patrol, security 
and surveillance, assistance and protection for persons and property; 
assures observance of the law and apprehends law breakers for an 
entire college/university campus, and, when required, performs these 
duties in cooperation with municipal, county, federal and state law 
enforcement officers or a portion thereof; does related work as required.
 
NOTE:  The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only
A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in
this job specification.  Conversely, all duties performed on the job may
not be listed.

NOTE:  Appointments may be made to positions requiring bilingual skills.

32271C - Bilingual in Spanish and English
SPECIAL SKILL
Applicants must be able to read, write, speak, understand, or
communicate in Spanish and English sufficiently to perform the
duties of this position.

EXAMPLES OF WORK:

Patrols the buildings and grounds of a State college/university campus 
on foot or in a patrol vehicle, while armed with a firearm, in uniform or 
while assigned to a plain clothes detail, to ensure campus security and 
to guard against trespass, theft, damage to property, fire and injury.

Implements measures necessary to safeguard the lives and property 
of all members of the college/university community and of visitors to 
the campus.

Enforces State laws, as well as the rules and regulations of the State 
college/university.

When necessary, apprehends, warns, and/or takes into custody 
violators of the law.

Investigates criminal, civil, and other complaints (including those of 
motor vehicle violations) committed by or against the college/university 
and community and observes established regulations and policy in such 
work.

Coordinates initial incident/crime scene response effort with appropriate 
County or State public agencies when required or when assistance is 
needed.

Preserves evidence/contraband by tagging, marking, and/or sealing for 
safekeeping and, if necessary, transports evidence to court to assist with 
judicial proceedings.

Responds to physical and verbal altercations including domestic disputes. 

Assists security officers and/or campus guards in their investigations, and 
may review and/or edit their reports.

Provides general assistance to all persons on the campus, including the 
dissemination of information regarding campus locations, special events, 
campus regulations, provisions of the law, and other matters.

Regulates and controls pedestrian and vehicular traffic when necessary, 
to ensure safety and reasonable rapid movement of traffic with a 
minimum of interference.

Enforces traffic laws and regulations; issues verbal/written warnings and 
summonses to traffic violators and explains legal procedures regarding 
summonses.

Gathers information from accident parties and witnesses to determine 
the facts of the accidents and to complete accident reports.

Conducts field sobriety tests to determine probable cause for breath or 
blood test and/or arrest for alcohol or drug use.

Assists stranded motorists by notifying the proper service providers. 

Notifies dispatcher of hazards on roadway.

Promotes and preserves civil order.

Works special events or details to maintain public safety and security.

Reports campus conditions to dispatch while patrolling the designated 
territory.

Takes needed action as to suspicious persons and conditions and reports 
significant actions, occurrences, and conditions.

Transports persons needing assistance during emergency and/or official 
business.

Executes official documents (e.g. warrants, subpoena) as required.

Pursues fleeing suspect on foot, bicycle, motorcycle, horse, Segway or 
in available vehicle, in accordance with Department Policy and Attorney 
General guidelines.

Conducts searches of persons, premises, automobiles or property with 
probable cause.

May process juvenile arrests.

Maintains radio communications with headquarters by operating portable 
radio or patrol vehicle radio in order to facilitate patrol activities; 
communicates to dispatcher/control center all crimes/disturbances in 
progress.

Records the arrest of individuals (e.g. completes forms, fingerprints, 
and photographs) to document arrests.

Facilitates the movement of people and activities. 

Inspects patrol vehicle for weapons and contraband before and after 
prisoner transport and before starting shift.

May provide police protection when large sums of money are in transit.

May transport accused to detention centers.	

Administers first aid in the case of accidents or emergencies.

Attends line up/roll call for briefings of criminal activity, training, etc.

Reports orally or in writing to supervisors on the results of investigations, 
personnel status and on emergency or potential emergency situations.

Confers with in-coming/off-going colleagues to discuss such things as 
criminal activity, unresolved incidents and other matters.

May provide assistance to other colleges/universities upon request.

When assigned to night duty, checks and notes whether gates, doors, 
gratings, and entrances are securely fastened when they should be and, 
if they are not, investigates and notifies interested persons and Campus 
Police Headquarters of conditions which should be corrected.

Maintains accountability for all keys to limit access to restricted areas.

Checks cars and persons in restricted areas to determine if presence is 
authorized and takes action when necessary.

Provides testimony under oath in court.

When assigned to Campus Police Headquarters, receives complaints, 
takes proper action by notifying Campus Police Officers and/or Security 
Officers by radio or other means, and helps maintain accurate records.

Prepares clear, accurate, and informative reports of significant activities 
and conditions.

Establishes and maintains field contacts and intelligence sources.  

Adheres to all relevant Attorney General Law Enforcement Directives 
and Guidelines.

Operates body worn cameras when appropriate.

Ensures adherence to policies and procedures concerning school 
security and safety. 

May perform active shooter training for students, faculty and staff; 
coordinates emergency response.  

Ensures adherence to procedures and protocols for sexual assault 
response and referrals.

Ensures adherence to policies and protocols pertaining to building trust 
with diverse local communities.  

Responsible for the efficient performance of all duties in conformance 
with the rules, regulations, policies, procedures and orders contained 
in all manuals issued by the Campus Police Department.  

Maintains essential Campus Police records and files.

Will be required to learn how to utilize various types of electronic and/or 
manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, 
or related units.

REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION:

Graduation from high school or vocational school or possession of an 
approved high school equivalency certificate.

EXPERIENCE:

One (1) year of law enforcement experience involving the provision of 
public assistance, protection, information and in the safeguarding of 
property.  

AGE:

Applicants must be 18 years of age or older at the announced closing 
date.

CITIZENSHIP:

Applicants must be a citizen of the United States.  

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Appointees must have successfully completed the police training course 
administered by the Police Training Commission.  This training includes 
successful attainment at a level of proficiency in the use of firearms.

NOTE:  Candidates certified from the eligible list for this title may be 
required to undergo a medical examination administered by appointing 
authority. Any psychological, medical, or physical condition or defect 
which would prevent efficient performance of the duties of the position, 
cause the appointee to be a hazard to himself/herself or others, or 
become aggravated as a result of performance of these duties, will be 
cause for rejection.

NOTE:  Appointees to this position shall qualify semi-annually in the 
use of firearms.

LICENSE: 

Appointees will be required to possess a driver’s license valid in 
New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee 
mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:	

Knowledge of Campus Police Department Rules and Regulations, and
Department Policy after a period of training.

Knowledge of the criminal justice system.

Knowledge of legal requirements governing arrests, search, seizure and 
evidence.

Knowledge of the legal rights, responsibilities and liabilities of 
college/university employees, students, and campus visitors; and 
knowledge of the legal rights of the apprehended and their families.

Knowledge of the proper police procedures to be used in dealing with 
people and safeguarding buildings and property.

Knowledge of traffic laws and regulations.

Knowledge of all campus facilities and grounds, including doors, 
switches, heating plants, elevators, fire and safety equipment, as 
well as department locations, and the time and place of regular and 
special meetings and events after a period of training.

Knowledge of basic first aid. 

Knowledge of juvenile laws and procedures.

Knowledge of investigative methods and procedures.

Knowledge of investigative resources such as NCIC/SCIC and ATS/ACS.

Knowledge of the use of appropriate and legal force and devices to 
restrain struggling suspects.

Knowledge of the Attorney General guidelines in the use and discharge 
of firearms.

Knowledge of back-up procedures when called upon by other officers 
in need of assistance.

Knowledge of courtroom testimony requirements.

Ability to understand, remember, and carry out oral and written directions.

Ability to learn quickly from oral and written explanations and from 
demonstrations.

Ability to comprehend, analyze, interpret, and apply to specific situations, 
the laws, local ordinances, and campus police rules and regulations.

Ability to understand police procedures and practices and fire prevention 
methods.

Ability to deal courteously but effectively with varied types of persons, 
individually and in groups, in varied situations.

Ability to exercise sound judgement.

Ability to determine the speed of vehicles by pacing or by using radar 
units after a period of training.

Ability to operate a patrol vehicle under varying conditions.

Ability to become certified and conduct chemical analysis of the breath 
of a person arrested for violation of driving while intoxicated statues, 
after a period of training.

Ability to ascend and descent stairs/ladders during alarms or responses 
to calls.

Ability to note significant facts and conditions by observation when on 
patrol or traffic duty.

Ability to recognize and report situations and conditions which are 
potentially dangerous.

Ability to lead others and remain calm and decisive in emergency 
situations.

Ability to effectively gather, organize, and utilize information.

Ability to perform repetitive operations, including the answering of
inquiries, without loss of equanimity, patience, or courtesy.

Ability to take and maintain a firm and correct stand when controversies 
arise.

Ability to recognize irrational behavior and be able to control, effectively, 
the situation.

Ability to make on the spot decisions.

Ability to perform tactfully and judiciously under pressure.

Ability to take charge of situations in a professional manner.

Ability to give testimony under oath in court.

Ability to write clear, accurate, and comprehensive police reports.

Ability to maintain essential campus police records and files, including 
the log.

Ability to learn how to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual 
recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or
related units.

Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English 
sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign 
Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of 
communication.

Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible if they can 
perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable 
accommodation.  If the accommodation cannot be made because 
it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may 
not be eligible.

This job specification is applicable to the following title code(s) which
are different work week or work month and/or variants of the job class title:
Job
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Code
VariantState,
Local or
Common
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Work
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Note
32271CC401612FA17-
32271CBilingual In Spanish And EnglishSC4016N/AFA17-

This job specification is for state and local government use.
Salary range is only applicable to state government.
Local salaries are established by individual local jurisdictions.

8/31/2019