Cadet, Police Officer, or Senior Police Officer

Position Information

Cadet, Police Officer, or Senior Police Officer at The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio). UT San Antonio is a nationally recognized, top‑tier public research university. This role supports campus safety by providing police services, crime prevention, investigations, and public assistance.

Compensation

Cadet Salary Range: $51,255 annualized.
Police Officer Salary Range: $65,750 annualized.
Senior Police Officer Salary Range: $76,000 annualized, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Job Information

Job Type: Full Time
Posting Close Date:
Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 01/11/2026. The posting may close early if a sufficient number of qualified applications are received.

Required Application Materials

• Resume (required)
• Cover Letter (preferred)

Job Summary

Cadet – Attend and complete the University of Texas System Police Academy to qualify for commissioning as a peace officer of the UT System. Next academy cohort begins May 2026.

Police Officer and Senior Police Officer – Provide service, information, and aid to citizens; prevent crime, investigate offenses, and arrest offenders. Responsibilities include maintaining campus safety, enforcing laws, and collaborating with law enforcement agencies.

Core Responsibilities Cadet

• Attend classes and maintain comprehensive notebooks.
• Prepare research papers and complete homework assignments.
• Participate in physical training, firearms training, defensive tactics, and practical problem‑solving.
• Engage in classroom discussions and group projects.
• Comply with Academy rules, instructions from the Director of Police, and policies of related departments.
• Promote safety by reporting unsafe situations and participating in safety training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Police Officer and Senior Police Officer

• Ensure safety and welfare of campus community and property under UT System jurisdiction.
• Police property by vehicle or on foot.
• Preserve peace, investigate crimes, and conduct evidence collection.
• Provide directions, prepare crime analysis reports, and conduct risk assessments.
• Enforce traffic law, investigate collisions, issue citations, and prepare activity reports.
• Monitor and evaluate staff members.
• Collaborate with prosecuting attorneys and appear as witness in court.
• Promote safety by reporting hazards and participating in training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Senior Police Officer Additional Duties

• Participate in Field Training Program and instructor training.
• Compile and file cases with District Attorney’s office.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Texas driver’s license.
• High School or GED equivalency.
• Maintain security and integrity of UT San Antonio infrastructure.

Cadet Specific Qualifications

• Be at least 21 years old upon commissioning.
• U.S. citizen.
• No convictions or disqualifying criminal history; meet all background checks.
• Honorable discharge from military service if applicable.
• Pass written entry‑level exam, physical agility test, polygraph, and background investigation.

Police Officer & Senior Police Officer Qualifications

• Completion of Basic Peace Officer Course or equivalent academy.
• Hold or be able to obtain UT System Peace Officer Commission.
• Meet physical, mental, educational, age, and experience prerequisites set by the Director of Police, Board of Regents, and Texas Commission on Law Enforcement.
• Senior Police Officer requires five years of related licensed peace officer experience.

Preferred Qualifications – Cadet Only

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• Four years of active military duty with honorable discharge.
• Six months experience as Police Guard, Telecommunications Operator, or similar position requiring UT System Police Uniform.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Cadet

• Knowledge and skills in firearms, investigation equipment, photography, radio, alarms, restraining devices, keys, and emergency motor vehicles.

Police Officer & Senior Police Officer

• Verbal and written communication.
• Microsoft Office Suite proficiency.
• Firearm safety.
• Law enforcement operations and ethical conduct.
• Professional integrity.

Working Conditions Cadet

• Classroom and outdoor training conditions.
• Night work and weekend shifts…