Police Officer

$51,480 - $58,698/Yr

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Corpus Christi, TX

1,001-5,000 employees

Educational Services

About the position

The Police Officer position at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi (TAMU-CC) is responsible for providing law enforcement services to the campus community. This role involves responding to emergencies, enforcing laws, and ensuring the safety and security of the university environment.

Responsibilities

• Respond to calls of police service involving a wide variety of activity.
• Document all incidents both criminal and non-criminal utilizing the CLERK system.
• Enforce criminal and traffic laws as well as university rules and regulations.
• Arrest, cite, or refer persons as appropriate when in violation.
• Testify in court for criminal and traffic offenses.
• Patrol property both on and off campus by foot, bike, cart, or motor vehicle.
• Provide security during special details and escorts when requested.
• Unlock doors and buildings, assist with vehicle jumpstarts and unlocks, and assist other divisions within the University Police Department as needed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• One (1) year of related experience in law enforcement.
• Basic peace officer certification through TCOLE or currently enrolled in a Police Academy for Police Officer I.
• Intermediate peace officer certification through TCOLE for Police Officer II.
• Advanced peace officer certification through TCOLE for Police Officer III.
• Master peace officer certification through TCOLE for Police Officer IV.
• Ability to work shift work and pass a firearms qualification.
• Ability to multitask and communicate effectively with all segments of the campus population.

Nice-to-haves

• Additional education may be considered as a substitution for the minimum experience requirement.

Benefits

• Medical insurance with low employee contribution after university contribution.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• Life insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability.
• Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account.
• On-campus wellness opportunities.
• Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources.
• 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year.
• Retirement plans including Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP).
• 8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month.
• 8 hours of sick leave time off every month.
• 8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.
• 12-15 paid holidays each year.