Field Service Technician

Field Service Tech Patrol

Provide a variety of non-emergency police services (foot/vehicle) to promote security for the university community populace and facilities, to include, but not limited to: conducting basic investigations, writing incident reports, and performing basic crime scene processing for non-violent crimes or activities involving trespassing, burglaries, thefts, criminal mischiefs, crash investigations, or sick/injured persons; patrolling through buildings, reporting suspicious activity/person(s), and clearing buildings of unauthorized persons;

ensuring doors are properly secured and/or opened upon authorized request; monitoring service drives for parking violations; assisting law enforcement, fire department, and emergency medical agencies.

Assist with basic crime scene duties to include: lifting fingerprints, taking measurements, taking photographs, collecting evidence, securing crime scenes, and writing crime scene reports.

Perform traffic control, conduct increased patrols, provide escorts, assist citizens/motorists, support special events, complete follow-up and supplemental reports, etc.

Answer inquiries from the public and direct to appropriate agency/division. Provide citizens with general information, etc., whenever possible.

Attend training classes and seminars.

Provide testimony and appearance in judicial proceedings.

Expected salary: $20/hour

Required qualifications:

A high school diploma and one year of appropriate experience. Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. Valid driver's license.

Preferred:
Working knowledge of laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures; working knowledge of judicial proceedings; working knowledge of principles of correct grammar usage; working knowledge of radio codes and other procedures; ability and skill to effectively communicate via police radio, telephone, etc.; knowledge, ability and skill in operating motor vehicles and other police equipment; ability to navigate University of Florida geography;

ability to work effectively in stressful situations; demonstrate ethical, moral, inclusive, and professional behavior.

Ability to understand and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures; ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral communications; ability to exercise independent judgment without supervision; ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments; ability to investigate and obtain critical facts; ability to identify and describe facts and events accurately; ability to collect and evaluate data; ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with others;

ability to deal with individuals and critical situations in an effective manner.

Special instructions to applicants:
In order to be considered for this position, please upload your resume and cover letter. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date. Current FL driver's license required. This position is eligible for veteran's preference. If you are claiming veteran's preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration.

See our Veteran's Preference Page for more specific information.

Health assessment required:
Yes