Police Officer

Midland College; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 59,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

Retirement savings programs

Tuition remission for employees

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Midland College is actively seeking a commissioned law enforcement officer to protect students, staff, and campus property. The role requires a Texas Peace Officer license, awareness of relevant codes, and the ability to respond to emergencies with professionalism and integrity.

Beyond patrol duties, the position includes crime prevention, reporting, and collaboration with local authorities. The college emphasizes growth, teamwork, and community safety as core values.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Texas Peace Officer license and required in-service hours (TCOLE).
• Some law enforcement experience preferred.
• Computer literacy required.
• Knowledge of police traffic RADAR operation.
• Working knowledge of Texas Penal Code, Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, and Texas Transportation Code.
• Complete Field Training Program during a 13‑week probation.

Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned areas by foot, bicycle, or vehicle to preserve peace and enforce laws.
• Answer calls and provide information to students, staff, and the public.
• Investigate suspicious activities, collect and preserve evidence, and prepare reports.
• Control traffic and enforce parking rules; mediate conflicts.
• Provide escort services and assist law enforcement as needed.
• Conduct crime prevention programs and testify in hearings or court.

Skills

Computer literacy

Radar operation knowledge

Texas Penal Code knowledge

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Main Campus - MIDLAND, TX 79705, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: $58,832.00 - $59,715.00 Salary, Job Category: Education, Police Officer

Midland College | Midland, Texas

JOB SUMMARY

Under general supervision, serves as a commissioned law enforcement officer responsible for the protection, safety, and welfare of students, staff, and visitors and for the protection of College property.

ABOUT MIDLAND COLLEGE

At Midland College, we believe education transforms lives, strengthens communities, and creates opportunity for future generations. As a driving force for workforce development and economic growth in the Permian Basin, we serve dual-credit students, first-time-in-college learners, adult students, and working professionals. Through strong partnerships with K-12 schools, universities, business and industry, and community organizations, we make education accessible, prepare students for meaningful careers, and help shape the future of our region.

Midland College is a dynamic institution experiencing rapid enrollment growth and institutional growth. We are continually evaluating how we work, challenging ourselves to improve, and embracing innovation to serve our students and community better.

Three Core Values define our culture:

• YES – We embrace challenges with curiosity, optimism, and a solutions-oriented mindset.
• STUDENTS – Student success is at the center of every decision we make.
• ACT – We take ownership, move with purpose, and deliver meaningful results.

We seek individuals who are adaptable, resilient, and energized by change. Our employees ask thoughtful questions, challenge the status quo, solve problems collaboratively, and continuously look for better ways to serve students. We work hard, think strategically, and hold ourselves accountable. We also believe great teams support one another, celebrate successes, and bring positivity, perspective, and a sense of humor to the workplace.

What You Can Expect at Midland College:

• A leadership team committed to action, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• A Board of Trustees that values stewardship, innovation, and long-term vision.
• A community that believes deeply in the power of education to create opportunities.
• Meaningful work, supportive colleagues, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact, every single day.

If you're passionate about making a difference, excited by growth and innovation, and ready to help students succeed while strengthening the Permian Basin, we invite you to join our team.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Patrols are assigned areas by foot, bicycle, or police vehicle to preserve the peace, enforce laws, prevent and detect crime, and respond to complaints
• Answers calls regarding service, accidents, disturbances, crime, distress, or illness
• Provides information, assistance, and service to students, staff, and the public
• Investigate illegal or suspicious activities, persons, and establishments, causes and results of accidents and complete required reports
• Collects and preserves physical evidence, protects crime scene, and reports and records all facts of the incident
• Controls and directs traffic to enforce College parking rules and regulations
• Mediates and resolves conflicts involving students, department personnel, and community members
• Provides escort services as needed and assists state, county, and city law enforcement authorities as requested
• Conducts crime prevention programs and presentations for faculty, staff, students, and the surrounding community
• Testifies at administrative hearings and in court to present evidence by describing conditions, situations, and actions of individuals for a case
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications: Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Licensed as a Peace Officer in Texas and have required in-service training hours to be licensed as a Basic Peace Officer (or above) from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE)
• Some law enforcement experience
• Computer literacy
• Knowledge of police traffic RADAR operation
• Must have working knowledge of the Texas Penal Code, Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, and Texas Transportation Code
• During a 13 week probationary period, must successfully complete the department’s entire Field Training Program
• Complete bi-annual 40 hours of Texas Peace Officer in-service training
• Able to successfully pass the department daytime, low-light firearms and basic patrol rifle course on an annual basis
• Must possess a valid Texas driver’s license, good driving record, and be insurable on Midland College’s insurance policy

Preferred Qualifications

• College/university campus law enforcement

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Typical office
• Business Hours
• M-Th 8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. F 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
• summer M-Th 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 pm
• Periodic evening and weekend hours during peak periods (e.g., open enrollment, payroll)
• Occasional travel (less than 10%)

Physical Demands

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time
• The person in this position needs to occasionally move or drive to other locations on and off campus
• This position may require occasional travel for training, meetings, and events both in and out of town
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
• Use of manual dexterity
• The person in this position frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information
• Must have sufficient stamina to work long hours as necessaryAbility to walk considerable distances during a shift
• Must be able to respond to calls at any time of the day or night
• Ability to be on an on-call rotation schedule throughout the year
• Capability of working and training under strenuous emergency and non-emergency conditions
• All Midland campuses of the college including the main campus, ATC, and Cogdell
• May be assigned to work the day shift, evening shift and/or midnight shift weekdays and/or weekends when manpower needs dictate

Salary Range: $58,832 - $59,715

BENEFITS

Midland College faculty and staff enjoy a comprehensive choice of insurance plans* and retirement savings programs.

• medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans, FSA
• retirement savings programs
• tuition remission for employees
• generous paid time off including winter break

To learn more go to: Midland College Benefits *eligibility may vary based on job classification

SECURITY SENSITIVITY

All Midland College positions are security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. An employment offer is contingent on completion of a satisfactory criminal background investigation.