Police Officer, University of Texas Police Department - Bastrop, Texas

UT MD Anderson Police Officer role supports the institution's commitment to safety and security by providing professional law enforcement services across campus properties. The Police Officer ensures a secure environment for patients, visitors, staff, and stakeholders while upholding applicable laws and institutional policies. The Police Officer plays a critical role in maintaining order, protecting property, and responding to emergencies within the jurisdiction of UT MD Anderson.

UT MD Anderson is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. The Police Officer contributes directly to this mission by ensuring a safe and secure environment that enables uninterrupted patient care and groundbreaking research activities.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate completion of required law enforcement education, relevant policing experience, and possession of appropriate licensure and certifications, with a strong ability to enforce laws, conduct investigations, prepare detailed reports, and provide courtroom testimony.

Working as a Police Officer at UT MD Anderson offers the opportunity to serve a mission-driven organization dedicated to saving lives while ensuring safety across a complex healthcare environment. This role supports professional growth through meaningful law enforcement work, collaboration with multiple agencies, and a balanced environment that values both service excellence and employee wellbeing.

• Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
• Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.

• Perform law enforcement duties on property under jurisdiction of the University of Texas System
• Preserve peace using lawful means and intervene to prevent or suppress criminal activity
• Execute lawful processes and enforce applicable laws and regulations
• Arrest offenders with or without a warrant as authorized by law
• Prevent crime and suppress disturbances to maintain public order

• Investigate criminal offenses to detect and arrest individuals and recover stolen or lost property
• Attempt to locate missing persons and coordinate appropriate response actions
• Investigate motor vehicle collisions and document findings
• Collect, preserve, and maintain evidence for investigative and legal purposes

• Enforce traffic laws through detection of violations and engagement with violators
• Issue citations or warnings and take violators into custody when appropriate
• Manage traffic-related incidents and support campus safety efforts

• Prepare accurate and detailed written reports documenting law enforcement activities
• Maintain confidential information in accordance with legal and institutional standards
• Document investigations and incidents for operational and legal use

• Provide credible testimony in criminal courts at the state and federal levels
• Confer with prosecuting attorneys regarding case preparation and evidence
• Collaborate with local law enforcement, criminal justice, and emergency response agencies
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders on matters of mutual interest

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In accordance with current levels of education for commissioned police officers of the…