Police Officer II

Job Title

Police Officer II

Agency

Texas A&M University - Kingsville

Department

University Police

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Kingsville, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Texas A&M University–Kingsville (TAMUK), the oldest institution of higher learning in South Texas and a proud member of the Texas A&M University System, stands as the region’s premier university. TAMUK offers the widest range of academic programs and degrees in South Texas, provides exceptional learning and residential facilities, conducts impactful research, awards substantial scholarships, and has awarded more than 80,000 degrees in the institution’s 100-year history.

The university is recognized for its unwavering commitment to student success, meaningful research, and deep community engagement. With a welcoming campus culture and strong regional partnerships, TAMUK offers faculty and staff a unique opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of students and the broader South Texas region.

Location: The University is located in historic Kingsville, a friendly, safe city of 25,000 that is the home of the legendary King Ranch. Corpus Christi and its beaches are just 40 miles to the northeast, and the border with Mexico is 120 miles to the south at Brownsville or 119 miles to the west at Laredo.

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

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

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

• 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 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…