Campus Safety Officer: Patrol, Respond to Emergencies

Rice University; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 61,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Rice University is seeking a police officer for the Rice University Police Department to protect life and property on campus and university properties. The officer will respond to emergencies, enforce laws, and coordinate with campus and external partners to ensure smooth operations.

This on-site position requires outdoor work, weekend/nights/holidays, and overtime as needed. A Texas Peace Officer license and valid driver’s license are required, with a high school diploma or equivalent as the

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required.
• Two or more years of related experience preferred.
• Permanent license as a Peace Officer from Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (or out-of-state equivalent).
• Valid Texas driver’s license (or ability to obtain within 30 days) with clean record.

Responsibilities

• Provide campus safety by maintaining order and responding to emergencies.
• Enforce motor vehicle and criminal laws on campus and surrounding properties.
• Prepare incident/activities reports and coordinate with campus partners.
• Identify, pursue, and arrest suspects when needed; participate in ongoing training.
• Promote positive community relations and uphold university policies.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Operate communications devices

Work under pressure

Situational judgment

Traffic laws knowledge

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree or higher

Job description

Rice University is seeking a police officer for the Rice University Police Department to protect life and property on campus and university properties. The officer will respond to emergencies, enforce laws, and coordinate with campus and external partners to ensure smooth operations.

This on-site position requires outdoor work, weekend/nights/holidays, and overtime as needed. A Texas Peace Officer license and valid driver’s license are required, with a high school diploma or equivalent as the