Police Officer

TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs. As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.

TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.

Job Title:

Police Officer

Agency:
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department:
University Police

Proposed Minimum Salary:
Commensurate

Job Location:

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type: Staff

TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs. As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.

TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.

This position is responsible for providing law enforcement duties for the campus community. Responds to all emergencies and calls for assistance.

Percent Effort: 50

• Respond to calls of police service involving a wide variety of activity.
• Document all incidents both criminal and non-criminal utilizing CLERK (Computerized Law Enforcement Record Keeping) 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.

Percent Effort: 40

• Patrol property both on and off campus that is owned or controlled by TAMU-CC, by foot, bike, cart, or motor vehicle.
• Provide security during special details.
• Provide security escorts when requested.

Percent Effort: 10

• Unlock doors and buildings.
• Assist the campus community with vehicle jumpstarts and unlocks.
• Assist other divisions within the University Police Department as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Police Officer I:
  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • One (1) year of related experience in law enforcement.
  • Additional education may be considered as a substitution for the minimum experience requirement.
  • Basic peace officer certification through TCOLE.
• Police Officer II:
  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • One (1) year of related experience in law enforcement.
  • Additional education may be considered as a substitution for the minimum experience requirement.
  • Intermediate peace officer certification through TCOLE.
• Police Officer III:
  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Three…