Public Safety Officer

Nonexempt

Earliest Start Date

Immediately

Salary

Salary commensurate with experience

Hours per Week

40 hours weekly

Hiring Department

Police

Required Application Materials

A resume and letter of interest is required to apply. Candidates under final consideration will also be required to submit professional references, college degree information, and employment history to an online third-party vendor.

About Us

For more than 140 years, The University of Texas System has improved the lives of Texans - and people all over the world - through education, health care, and research. The System consists of nine academic institutions, four health institutions, and The University of Texas System Administration. The institutions of the UT System employ more than 160,000 faculty, health care professionals, researchers, support staff, and student workers.

The UT System Administration is primarily based in Austin, Texas. It supports the missions of the System's thirteen institutions by providing financial, legal, planning, purchasing, government relations, communications, development, and other central services. Serving a growing state, the UT System Administration strives to provide a welcoming, supportive work environment that embraces different perspectives - not only because it enables the organization to be stronger, creative, and thoughtful, but because it is the right thing to do.

To that end, UT System Administration embraces state laws on military and former foster children employment preferences.

Purpose of Position

The purpose of the Public Safety Officer at the UT System is to help safeguard property and maintain a secure, orderly environment under the control and jurisdiction of the University of Texas System Administration. This role is responsible for enforcing rules and regulations, monitoring building access, and providing courteous service and information to employees, visitors, and contractors.

Public Safety Guards play a key role in ensuring compliance with parking regulations on UT System-controlled property, issuing permits or citations as needed. They serve as the first point of contact at building entrances, issue visitor credentials, and identify potential safety or security concerns. Through vigilance, professionalism, and a commitment to service, Public Safety Guards support the overall safety and operational integrity of the UT System.

Essential Functions

• Access Control & Identification
  • Ensure all personnel entering the UT System Complex or affiliated campuses are properly identified.
  • Issue visitor badges and maintain accurate logs of all issued credentials.
  • Monitor building entrances and exits to prevent unauthorized access and ensure compliance with access protocols.
• Building & Grounds Patrol
  • Conduct regular patrols of the building and surrounding grounds to identify and report potential safety and security hazards, including fires, water leaks, suspicious activity, and emergencies.
  • Monitor for maintenance issues and report them to Facilities Management or appropriate personnel.
• Enforcement of Rules, Regulations & Parking
  • Enforce UT System Administration rules and regulations to help safeguard property and maintain order.
  • Direct the flow of traffic and parking of vehicles on UT System-controlled property.
  • Issue parking permits and citations in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Constituent Service & Public Assistance
  • Provide courteous and professional service to employees, visitors, and contractors.
  • Offer directions, general information, and assistance as needed to support a welcoming and secure environment.
• Incident Response & Reporting
  • Respond to routine incidents and emergencies, coordinating with UT System Police or emergency services as appropriate.
  • Write clear and accurate reports on incidents occurring within the System Complex or campus.
  • Assist in building evacuations, emergency drills, and other safety-related operations.
• Collaboration & Communication
  • Maintain effective communication with UT System Police, Facilities Management, and other departments.
  • Participate in safety briefings, training sessions, and departmental meetings to stay current on procedures and expectations.
• Other Duties
  • Perform other related duties as assigned to support the safety and operational goals of the UT System Police Department.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of basic security and safety principles, including access control, emergency response, and incident reporting.
• Familiarity with UT System rules, regulations, and procedures (or ability to learn them quickly).
• Awareness of building systems and the ability to recognize safety hazards such as fire risks, water leaks, or suspicious activity.
• Strong interpersonal and constituent service skills for interacting with employees, visitors, and contractors in a professional and courteous manner.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to write clear and accurate incident reports.
• Basic computer skills for logging visitor information, writing…