Police Officer - Oklahoma Baptist University

OBU Mission Statement

OBU transforms lives by equipping students to pursue academic excellence, integrate faith with all areas of knowledge, engage a diverse world, and live worthy of the high calling of God in Christ.

• Demonstrate commitment to the essentials of the Christian faith.
• Commit to the mission and vision of Oklahoma Baptist University.
• Treat people with dignity and respect.
• Build relationships on honesty, integrity, and trust.
• Strive for excellence through teamwork, leadership, and a strong work ethic.
• Manage human and financial resources wisely and efficiently.

Provide 24‑hour protection for the lives and property of the university community and visitors. This is a Safety Sensitive Position.

• Enforce applicable state, local, and federal laws, and university policies.
• Conduct armed foot and mobile patrols of the campus, facilities, and vicinity.
• Enforce parking and other regulations.
• Respond to reports of criminal activity and accidents.
• Attend departmental training as required.
• Conduct surveillance as needed.
• Write and submit comprehensive reports.
• Provide emergency assistance during natural emergencies, fires, accidents, and personal injuries.
• Communicate university policies and procedures to members of the university community and others on campus, verbally and in writing.
• While on duty, coordinate with dispatchers and other officers on all activity via hand‑held radio.
• Perform routine basic maintenance on patrol units and other department equipment as required.
• Provide dispatch or departmental support services as requested.
• Oversee operations as required – assistant to Chief of Police when designated.
• Crowd control at concerts, basketball games, and other events.
• Traffic control for events bringing large crowds of people to the campus.
• Provide access to locked facilities with appropriate authorization.
• Inspect fire extinguishers and other safety‑related equipment.
• Monitor conditions for life safety and property safety hazards.
• Meet the public in a variety of stressful circumstances.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Chief of Police and/or other University Police Supervisors.

• Ability to effectively and professionally communicate with co‑workers, students, faculty, and administration.
• Excellent oral communication skills, using the English language, without the use of auxiliary aids or services.
• Excellent writing skills without the use of auxiliary aids or services.
• Work collaboratively with other officers, staff, supervisors, and guests.
• Excellent problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb, bend, kneel, and grasp for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and carry equipment and supplies weighing up to 60 pounds or drag objects weighing more than 150 pounds.
• Possess manual dexterity to efficiently operate a computer keyboard and other business machines.
• Possess near vision sufficient for reading written communications and computer display screens.
• Possess adequate hearing to communicate effectively in person and by phone.
• Able to drive in a vehicle, walk, or ride on a bicycle for long periods of time.
• Ability to spend extended periods of time in a non‑environmentally controlled environment and/or outdoors.
• Ability to operate hand‑held radio equipment without the aid of any auxiliary devices.
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor at all times.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and an excellent driving record.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.

• Applicants must be prepared to: document their criminal history, if any, and applicant’s residence history extensively.
• Pass a comprehensive criminal background report and driving record. Must pass a post‑offer physical exam and drug screening test.
• Knowledge and ability to operate a firearm, as evidenced by:
• Ability to legally purchase and possess a handgun.
• Possessing or obtaining certification as a police officer from the Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training.
• Successfully completing the OBUPD Pistol Course.
• Ability to understand and apply concepts presented in training programs and procedures manuals, as…