What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Officer position at University of Texas at Dallas?
Posting Details
Posting Details
| Posting Number | S07171P |
|---|---|
| Position Title | Police Officer |
| Functional Title | |
| Department | University Police |
| Salary Range | $85,000 - DOQ |
| Pay Basis | Monthly |
| Position Status | Regular full-time |
| Location | Richardson |
| Position End Date (if temporary) | |
| Posting Open Date | 07/28/2026 |
| Posting Close Date | |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Desired Start Date | |
| Job Summary | The University of Texas at Dallas Police Department is a component member of the UT System, dedicated to protecting and serving a dynamic university community. Our officers play a vital role in creating a safe and welcoming environment where teaching, research, and campus life can thrive. At UT Dallas, policing goes beyond traditional law enforcement, it's about building meaningful partnerships with students, faculty, staff, and visitors while fostering a culture of trust, respect, and integrity. Our officers work collaboratively across campus to prevent crime, respond to emergencies, and support a vibrant, growing academic community. Job summary To enforce the law; provide service, information and aid to all citizens as circumstances require; prevent crime; suppress disturbances; investigate criminal offenses; and arrest offenders. Responsible for enforcement duties for the protection, safety and welfare of students, employees, visitors, and all property within the area under the control and jurisdiction of The University of Texas System, including primary jurisdiction in all counties where the UT System has a real property interest and secondary jurisdiction in all other Texas counties. Exercises independent judgment within the limits prescribed by law, Rules and Regulations of the Board of Regents, institutional rules and regulations and Director of Police departmental policies and procedures. Other job duties as assigned. |
| Minimum Education and Experience | High School diploma or GED, successful completion of a TCOLE (Texas Commission on Law Enforcement) approved Basic Peace Officer Course, and attainment of TCOLE certification. Proficient with all equipment utilized in the performance of assigned duties, to include but not limited to firearms, restraints, less lethal force weapons and techniques, automobiles, communications equipment, personal computers, investigative and surveillance equipment. Requires good physical condition and vision, the ability to hear and speak. Must be able to operate computer keyboard frequently; drive, walk, run, stoop, climb, crouch, push, jump-over, pull, carry, reach above head, hand-wrist and elbow motion, grasp and hold. Ability to lift/carry/lower, push and pull frequently 10-50 lbs and occasionally more than 50 lbs. |
| Preferred Education and Experience | Bi-lingual preferred. |
| Other Qualifications | To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position. |
| Essential Duties and Responsibilities | To perform law enforcement duties on the property under the control and jurisdiction of the University of Texas System. Preserve the peace by the use of all lawful means, interceding when authorized by law to prevent or suppress crime. Execute all lawful processes. Arrest offenders with and without a warrant when authorized by law. Investigate criminal offenses to detect and arrest criminals, and recover stolen or lost property. Attempt to locate missing persons. Enforce traffic law by detecting violations, making violator contacts, placing violators in custody or issuing citations or warnings. Investigate motor vehicle collisions. Prepare various written reports narrating law enforcement and police activities. Give testimony in the criminal courts of this state and the United States. Confer with prosecuting attorneys, preserve evidence, and maintain confidential information. Confer with local law enforcement, criminal justice, and emergency response agencies on matters of mutual interest. |
| Physical Demands and Working Conditions | Must be able to perform extensive standing, driving, walking, and climbing; to lift up to 50lbs. regularly. Must be able to push/pull, stoop, kneel, grasping, talking, hearing, eye/hand/foot coordination. |
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| Working Conditions | |
| Additional Information |
Remote work will not be available for this position This role includes mandatory shift work. Shifts are reviewed semiannually, and seniority is used to determine scheduling priority Benefits The UT Dallas Police Department offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your career and well-being:
Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for a full breakdown of the benefits. |
| Special Instructions Summary | Once the employment application is received, candidates will receive a Physical Agility Assumption of Risk Waiver via email. This form MUST be submitted at the time of testing or the applicant will be disqualified. This form will be sent to the e-mail noted on the application. On the test day, candidates must bring a valid form of identification. Candidates are encouraged to wear work-out clothing. Physical Agility Test location and information will be sent to the email address noted on the application. |
| Important Message | 1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public. 2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator. |
The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. The University prohibits unlawful discrimination against a person because of their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status. EOE, including disability/veterans.
Salary : $85,000