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The College of Education at The University of Texas at Austin

Police Officer

The College of Education at The University of Texas at Austin

. Respond to calls for service at the hospital .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeAustin • Texas • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $85,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in law enforcement practices, including conducting investigations, enforcing laws, and preparing detailed documentation. Capable of collaborating with agencies and providing mental health assessments while ensuring safety on campus.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Certified Police Academy EnrollmentTCOLE Licensing ExamField Training Program CompletionValid Driver's LicenseCriminal Investigation Skills

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Hard Skills
Criminal InvestigationReport WritingEvidence Seizure and TestingPatrollingInterviewing Skills
Soft Skills
CollaborationCommunicationProblem-Solving
Certifications & Qualifications
TCOLE Certification
Industry Keywords
Law EnforcementCampus SafetyCriminal ActivityMental Health AssessmentPublic Safety

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Respond to calls for service at the hospital
  • Conduct thorough investigations of criminal activity and assaults in the University of Texas at Austin area
  • Routinely patrol campus and surrounding areas for safety and visibility
  • Enforce state law and ensure a safe environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors
  • Investigate crimes against persons
  • Investigate property crimes
  • Seize, test, and submit drug evidence
  • Prepare detailed reports and documentation, including affidavits and POED forms
  • Interview patients for mental health needs for a POED
  • Collaborate with outside agencies
  • Testify in court proceedings related to investigations
  • Complete searches and transports for arrests
  • Perform traditional law enforcement duties during special events

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Currently enrolled in and actively attending a certified police academy in the State of Texas
  • Projected academy graduation date within the next 6 months
  • Successfully complete a certified TCOLE-accredited academy and pass the TCOLE licensing Exam prior to employment
  • Successfully complete the Field Training Program administered by the University of Texas at Austin Police Department
  • Valid driver's license and eligibility to drive a university-owned or leased vehicle
  • Successfully pass a probationary training period and background investigation
  • Class "C" operator's driver's license
  • Current three-year driving record from the current state of residence
  • Texas driver's license required within 30 days of becoming a Texas resident if not currently a Texas resident
  • Resume/CV
  • Three work references with contact information, including at least one supervisor reference
  • Letter of interest

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) retirement plan, subject to eligibility
  • Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment furnished
  • Equal opportunity employment
  • Pay transparency protections