Campus Police Officer – TCOLE Certified

University of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Houston Police Department seeks a commissioned police officer to protect persons and property on campus. You will enforce laws, patrol on foot or by vehicle, respond to emergencies, conduct investigations, and provide crime prevention programs to the UH community.

Applicants must be at least 21, hold a Texas driver’s license, and be TCOLE certified or within 45 days of completion. The role requires night/weekend shifts, background checks, and a pre-employment drug screen.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age and have a clear Texas driver’s license.
• The applicant must be TCOLE (formerly TCLEOSE) certified.
• Must pass a Criminal History and valid TX Driver's License check prior to an interview.
• Must be able to work nights, weekends, and overtime assignments.
• Must pass Background Investigation prior to employment.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening.
• UHPD requires all applicants to complete the criminal history fields on them application.

Responsibilities

• Enforces all laws, including but not limited to penal and traffic laws.
• Patrols assigned area on foot or in a police vehicle.
• Responds to all calls for assistance, service, and hazardous situations.
• Conducts preliminary investigations of reported incidents, completes required reports.
• Conducts crime prevention program presentations.
• Attends required annual training seminars.

Skills

TCOLE certified

Texas Driver's License

Criminal History check

Work nights/weekends

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The University of Houston Police Department seeks a commissioned police officer to protect persons and property on campus. You will enforce laws, patrol on foot or by vehicle, respond to emergencies, conduct investigations, and provide crime prevention programs to the UH community.

Applicants must be at least 21, hold a Texas driver’s license, and be TCOLE certified or within 45 days of completion. The role requires night/weekend shifts, background checks, and a pre-employment drug screen.