Police Officer II

Police Officer II

The Police Officer II, under general supervision, prevents and investigates violations of the law, University rules and regulations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Law Enforcement & Public Safety

• Patrols University property by vehicle, Golf Cart, Trikke, or on foot.
• Enforces criminal laws and Transportation Code violations of the State of Texas.
• Reports violations of university rules and regulations.
• Prevents crime and suppresses disturbances.
• Issues citations and takes enforcement action as appropriate.
• Guards and transports prisoners.

Emergency Response & Investigations

• Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls for service and takes appropriate action.
• Takes reports and conducts preliminary investigations.
• Assists other law enforcement agencies and community departments as needed.
• Testifies in Justice of the Peace, County, and District Courts, as well as student judicial hearings.

Community Relations & Operational Support

• Interacts with students, faculty, staff, and the public through daily contact.
• Provides assistance and customer service to the public whenever possible.
• Maintains professional relationships with the University community and external agencies.
• Safely operates and properly maintains departmental vehicles and equipment.

Other Duties

• The above represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Education – High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience – One year of experience as a licensed Police Officer.

Required Licenses and Certifications

• Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) basic certification.
• Must have a State of Texas class "C" vehicle operator's license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience – Three years of related experience in patrol field operations. Patrolling, Report writing

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all segments of the campus population.
• Ability to function under adverse and stressful conditions.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing
• Ability to positively and professionally interact with students, staff and facility
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to positively and professionally interact with clients and staff, groups of various sizes
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others

Other Requirements

Other Requirements and Factors

• This position is security sensitive
• Work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends.
• Applicant must successfully pass psychological evaluation, physical examination, and complete background investigation to include but not limited to driving history, criminal background, and credit history.
• This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TAMU policies, regulations, rules and procedures
• All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and University safety requirements

Why Join the Javelina Nation?

Texas A&M University–Kingsville offers a supportive, mission-driven culture focused on excellence in teaching, research, and service. All employees enjoy:

• A welcoming campus community
• Opportunities for professional development
• Competitive benefits through the Texas A&M University System
• A rewarding experience of helping students achieve their academic and career goals

Shared Values: TAMUK employees uphold the Shared Values of Care, Integrity, Pride, Innovation, and Excellence, which form the foundation of the University's culture and guide its strategic plan. More information on TAMUK's Strategic Plan and Shared Values can be found here.

4DX: TAMUK employees actively engage in Franklin Covey's 4 Disciplines of Execution (4DX) activities within their departments. TAMUK utilizes 4DX as the framework for pursuing strategic goals by creating a culture of high performance. This requires participation from all faculty and staff. More information on 4DX can be found here.

Caring Campus: TAMUK employees embody the Institute for Evidence Based Change's Caring Campus mindset, maintaining a collegial and caring attitude towards students and each other to foster student engagement and a positive, collaborative work environment. More information on Caring Campus can be found here.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation: Commensurate with experience

Texas A&M University-Kingsville offers a career filled with purpose and opportunity in addition to competitive wages. In addition to base pay, TAMUK provides eligible employees a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support employees' well-being, professional growth, and financial security.

BENEFITS (rules, policies, eligibility apply)

With our generous benefit package, robust professional development opportunities, strong retirement programs, and dedication to service excellence, TAMUK is a truly engaging and rewarding place to work.

Insurance:

• Medical

  • $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value).

  • Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:

    • Employee and Spouse

    • Employee and Children

    • Employee and Family coverage

• Dental & Vision

• Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account

On-Campus Wellness Opportunities:

• TAMUK's Wellness Program is designed to enrich lives through health and wellness programming that is meaningful and impactful.

Work Life Solutions:

• Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources

Tuition Benefits:

• Employee Tuition Assistance Program

• Book scholarships

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Retirement:

• Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP), dependent on position

• Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan

Employee Leave:

• 8+ hours of vacation per month

• 8 hours of sick leave per month

• 8 hours of paid Birthday leave

• 12-15 paid holidays per year

Additional Information

A federal proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Texas A&M University-Kingsville will not pay this fee. If immigration sponsorship may be required for employment, consult with private immigration counsel, at the individual's expense, is recommended to determine whether the individual's current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University-Kingsville subject to this fee.

In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbott issued a moratorium on the filing of