Police Officer III

Sam Houston State University; Huntsville (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Sam Houston State University seeks a Police Officer III to patrol the campus, enforce laws, and handle emergencies. The role requires advanced peace officer certification (TCOLE), a Basic Instructor License, ALERRT Level I, and several specialized courses.

Expect duties including investigations, reporting, and campus safety operations. Full-time, on-campus position within Public Safety Services, Division of Finance and Operations, open date 10/05/2026.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required; college credit preferred.
• Three years law enforcement experience and TCOLE certification required.
• ALERRT Level I completion and Basic Instructor License are required.

Responsibilities

• Patrol campus to prevent crime and enforce laws.
• Respond to emergencies and handle various calls.
• Make arrests with or without warrants and conduct investigations.
• Prepare reports and preserve evidence custody.

Skills

Firearms

Radar equipment

Criminal investigation equipment

Photographic equipment

Radio equipment

Alarm systems

Defensive devices

Telephone switchboards

Typewriter

Emergency vehicles

Education

High school diploma or GED

60 semester hours college credit preferred

Three years law enforcement experience

TCOLE advanced peace officer certification

Basic Instructor License

ALERRT Level I

Two additional specialized courses

Job description

Requisition

202600310S

Title

Police Officer III

FLSA status

Non-Exempt

Hiring Salary

This position is a pay grade 13. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/636763.pdf

Occupational Category

Service Maintenance

Department

Public Safety Services

Division

Division of Finance and Operations

Open Date

10/05/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

Educational and Experience Requirement

High school graduate or G.E.D. equivalent. Sixty semester hours of college credit preferred. Three years law enforcement experience. Must hold Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) advanced peace officer certification and a Basic Instructor License. Must have completed Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training (ALERRT) Level I. Completion of two additional specialized courses from a departmental approved list is required. Must stay up-to-date with any continuing education, training, or recertification processes necessary to keep required license/certification valid. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.

Nature & Purpose of Position

Performs regular patrols to prevent crime, suppress disturbances, arrest offenders, and give aid and information to all citizens as circumstances require for Sam Houston State University. Enforces all University, State and local laws.

Primary Responsibilities

Patrols assigned areas of the campus either on foot or automobile or motor scooter. Advises, directs, and gives information to the general public. Responds to and handles emergency calls involving a wide variety of situations. Enforces state laws, and city or county ordinances where applicable. Makes arrests with and without warrants. Investigates complaints from students, faculty, staff, and makes preliminary investigations of crimes. Makes necessary reports and records. Safeguards property. Collects, preserves, and maintains chain of custody of evidence. Testifies in courts. Performs periodic inspections and reviews work quality and new techniques. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Other Specifications

Thorough knowledge of and skills in the use of firearms, radar equipment, criminal investigation equipment, photographic equipment, radio equipment, alarm systems, defensive devices, telephone switchboards, typewriter, and emergency motor vehicles. Proficiency in all phases of work performed. Exposure to outside weather conditions. May be required to work during night hours. Work involves a degree of hazard. Must have a pleasant, courteous disposition and express at all times the desire to render accurate and cheerful service. This position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA).

Full Time Part Time

Full Time

Quicklink

https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/48852

EEO Statement

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215. Annual Security and Fire Safety Report