What are the responsibilities and job description for the Campus Police Officer position at University of the Incarnate Word?
Position Details
Position Information
Position Title Campus Police Officer
UIW Mission
University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.
Position Summary
The Campus Police Officer is responsible for the enforcement of State and Local laws, University Rules and Regulations, and providing service to all community members (university and civilian). The Campus Police Officer reports to Police Chief.
Benefits
UIW has been identified year after year as one of the nation’s Great Colleges to Work For based on employee feedback. UIW offers an outstanding benefits package for full-time employees that includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, numerous paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. Tuition benefits include UIW tuition waivers, tuition exchange programs and Brainpower Connection discounts for employees and dependents. Retirement benefits include 403b retirement plans with a 7% employer match, plus a retirement health solution. We also offer employer-paid Life/AD&D, long-term disability, pet insurance, an Employee Assistance Program ( EAP ), wellness programs, employee discount program, Public Service Loan Forgiveness ( PSLF ) eligibility and more! Please refer to the Human Resources webpage for additional details on our benefits and eligibility.
Job Duties
Job Duty Name Judgement
Description Of Job Duties
Exercises independent judgment within the limits prescribed by law, institutional rules and regulations, departmental policies and procedures and those dictated by the Chief of Police.
Job Duty Name Enforcement
Description Of Job Duties
Enforces the protection, safety, and welfare of students, faculty, employees, visitors, and all within the area under the control and jurisdiction of UIW .
Job Duty Name Communication & Service
Description Of Job Duties
Consistently maintains an extremely courteous and professional attitude when dealing with all members of the UIW community and our visitors.
Job Duty Name Patrol
Description Of Job Duties
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of:
Graduate from a TCOLE recognized police academy or approved equivalent.
Preferred Qualifications
Intermediate Peace Officer.
Required Certifications, Licenses Or Registrations
Must be available to work varying shifts, nights and weekends.
Physical Demands
Must be able to fulfill the duties of a Peace Officer which include but are not limited to:
Posting Details
Posting Number AS2187PO
Number of Vacancies 1
Job Type Full Time
Job Category Staff (non-exempt)
Desired Start Date 12/01/2025
Position End Date (if temporary)
Reports to Chief of Police
Salary $60,000 annualized
Open Date 10/09/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
None.
EOE
UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).
Title IX
This position is considered a “Responsible Employee” under Title IX federal regulations and “Mandatory Reporter” under Texas state law and the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy. As a Mandatory Reporter, this position requires you as the employee to promptly report any incident that you witness or receive information about Title IX violations. These reporting responsibilities are set out in the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy.
Position Information
Position Title Campus Police Officer
UIW Mission
University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.
Position Summary
The Campus Police Officer is responsible for the enforcement of State and Local laws, University Rules and Regulations, and providing service to all community members (university and civilian). The Campus Police Officer reports to Police Chief.
Benefits
UIW has been identified year after year as one of the nation’s Great Colleges to Work For based on employee feedback. UIW offers an outstanding benefits package for full-time employees that includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, numerous paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. Tuition benefits include UIW tuition waivers, tuition exchange programs and Brainpower Connection discounts for employees and dependents. Retirement benefits include 403b retirement plans with a 7% employer match, plus a retirement health solution. We also offer employer-paid Life/AD&D, long-term disability, pet insurance, an Employee Assistance Program ( EAP ), wellness programs, employee discount program, Public Service Loan Forgiveness ( PSLF ) eligibility and more! Please refer to the Human Resources webpage for additional details on our benefits and eligibility.
Job Duties
Job Duty Name Judgement
Description Of Job Duties
Exercises independent judgment within the limits prescribed by law, institutional rules and regulations, departmental policies and procedures and those dictated by the Chief of Police.
Job Duty Name Enforcement
Description Of Job Duties
Enforces the protection, safety, and welfare of students, faculty, employees, visitors, and all within the area under the control and jurisdiction of UIW .
Job Duty Name Communication & Service
Description Of Job Duties
Consistently maintains an extremely courteous and professional attitude when dealing with all members of the UIW community and our visitors.
Job Duty Name Patrol
Description Of Job Duties
- Conducts patrols to detect, investigate, and correct unwanted activity to ensure public safety. Note that campus patrols will be conducted on foot and by various types of vehicles.
- Reports security hazards so that appropriate action can be taken, ensuring our Cardinal Community is safe-this is essential in maintaining our relationship with our community.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of:
- Applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.
- Law enforcement techniques and procedures.
- Use and care for all UIW equipment and in particular, law enforcement equipment.
- The Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act of 1990 (a.k.a.: Clery Act).
- Successfully pass TCOLE firearms qualification standards at time of contingent offer.
- Ability to successfully pass a physical and psychological evaluation (L2&L3), as required by TCOLE standards.
- Operate and maintain vehicles and equipment.
- Effectively read and write.
- Recognize dangerous/hazardous situations.
- Maintain mental capacity that allows the capability of exercising sound judgment and rational thinking under dangerous and stressful circumstances.
- Demonstrate intellectual capabilities during training and testing processes; to include evaluating various scenarios and developing appropriate options and/or alternatives.
- Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
- Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA .
- High School Diploma or equivalency.
- Completion from a Texas accredited police academy.
Graduate from a TCOLE recognized police academy or approved equivalent.
Preferred Qualifications
Intermediate Peace Officer.
Required Certifications, Licenses Or Registrations
- Peace Officer License issued by the TCOLE .
- Must have a valid driver license, driving record that is insurable by UIW insurance carrier, and be at least 21 years of age, as required to drive for UIW .
Must be available to work varying shifts, nights and weekends.
Physical Demands
Must be able to fulfill the duties of a Peace Officer which include but are not limited to:
- Effect an arrest, subduing resisting individuals, chase fleeing subjects, running, walking, crouching, or crawling
- Move equipment, injured/impaired persons, and climb stairs/ladders.
- Perform life-saving and rescue procedures.
- Actively move about campus for extended periods of time in performance of duties.
- Maintain effective audio-visual and perception techniques needed for making observations and for communicating with others.
Posting Details
Posting Number AS2187PO
Number of Vacancies 1
Job Type Full Time
Job Category Staff (non-exempt)
Desired Start Date 12/01/2025
Position End Date (if temporary)
Reports to Chief of Police
Salary $60,000 annualized
Open Date 10/09/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
None.
EOE
UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).
Title IX
This position is considered a “Responsible Employee” under Title IX federal regulations and “Mandatory Reporter” under Texas state law and the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy. As a Mandatory Reporter, this position requires you as the employee to promptly report any incident that you witness or receive information about Title IX violations. These reporting responsibilities are set out in the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy.
Salary : $60,000