Police Officer

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness reimbursement

Discounts to local area businesses and

Cell phone discounts

Job summary

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi, through the University Police Department, seeks a Police Officer with duties spanning emergency responses, campus patrol, and enforcement of laws and university rules. The role supports safety across TAMU-CC’s island campus and community, requiring shift work and rising responsibility with rank progression.

Officers must meet required education and TCOLE certifications, maintain a valid driver license, and demonstrate the ability to work under stress while

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• One year of related experience in law enforcement.
• Basic peace officer certification through TCOLE (for Officer I).
• Higher certifications (Officer II–IV) through TCOLE as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergencies and calls for assistance on campus.
• Patrol campus property on foot, bike, cart, or vehicle.
• Enforce criminal and traffic laws, and university rules and regulations.
• Arrest, cite, or refer persons as appropriate; testify in court when needed.
• Unlock doors and buildings; assist with vehicle jumpstarts and unlocks.

Skills

Shift work

Firearms qualification

Multitask

Effective communication

Stress management

Driver license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

TCOLE peace officer certification

Advanced/Intermediate/Master Peace Officer (ranked levels)

Job description

Job Description

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

Job Description

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.

PURPOSE

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

Description

Functional Area 1: Enforcement

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.

Functional Area 2: Patrol

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.

Functional Area 3: Other

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.

Qualifications

• 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 (3) years of related experience in law enforcement.
  • Additional education may be considered as a substitution for the minimum experience requirement.
  • Advanced peace officer certification through TCOLE.
• Police Officer IV:
  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Five (5) years of related experience in law enforcement.
  • Additional education may be considered as a substitution for the minimum experience requirement.
  • Master peace officer certification through TCOLE.

Additional Skills/Qualifications

• Ability to work shift work.
• Ability to pass a firearms qualification.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to communicate effective l with all segments of the campus population.
• Ability to function under adverse and stressful conditions.
• Maintain a valid Driver License.

PERKS

• Tuition reimbursement available after three (3) months of employment.
• Wellness reimbursement programs.
• Discounts to local area businesses and cell phone companies.

NOTE:

Employment may be impacted by the Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025 and the moratorium issued by Texas Governor Abbott on January 27, 2026.

BENEFITS (rules, Policies, Eligibility Apply)

From our generous benefits package and professional development opportunities, to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.

Insurance

• Insurance
  • Medical
    • $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value).
    • Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:
      • Employee and Spouse
      • Employee and Children
      • Employee and Family coverage
  • Dental & Vision
  • Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account

On-campus wellness opportunities

Work Life Solutions

• Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources

Tuition Benefits

• Public Loan Forgiveness
• Book scholarships
• 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).

Retirement

• Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)
• Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan

Time Off

• 8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month.
• 8 hours of sick leave time off every month.
• 8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.
• 12-15 paid holidays each year.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.