Public Safety Officer (Guard), University Police

The University of Texas at San Antonio; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at San Antonio is seeking a Public Safety Officer to safeguard students, staff, visitors and property across its campuses. You will enforce policies, patrol facilities, inspect security systems and assist in emergencies, providing professional security and customer service.

Responsibilities include coordinating with police and security teams, conducting post inspections, and supporting special events with security sweeps, access control and communications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year demonstrated ability to uphold responsibilities, reliably meet commitments and expectations, and exhibit dependability and accountability.
• Valid Texas State Driver’s License.
• Eligible to work in secure and/or restricted-access facilities and meet all compliance standards.
• Eyesight and hearing sufficient to perform duties.
• Ability to maintain security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure per EO-GA-48.

Responsibilities

• Enforces the rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the UT System and the University.
• Conducts regular patrols on foot, by golf cart, motor vehicle and bicycle (if certified) across main and downtown campuses.
• Performs guard tours of controlled spaces and assists with asset protection and security presence.
• Checks for fires, leaks, hazards; investigates abnormalities.
• Inspects emergency phones and security equipment; responds to alarms and incidents.
• Provides security for events including opening/closing facilities and bag checks.
• Provides customer service and directions to students, employees and visitors.
• Communicates using handheld radio to dispatch, supervisor and fellow officers.
• Writes electronic reports and maintains field notes.

Skills

Communication

Microsoft Office Suite

Police equipment familiarity

Sharp acumen

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more online , on UT San Antonio Today or on X , Instagram , Facebook , YouTube or LinkedIn .

Salary Range

$36,894 annualized, commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications.

Job Type

Full Time

Posting Close Date

This position will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 11/15/2026. At the discretion of the hiring department, this posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Required Application Materials

• Resume is required
• Cover Letter is preferred

Job Summary

The Public Safety Officer is responsible for providing security in the protection, safety and welfare of students, employees, visitors and property within the control and jurisdiction of a component institution of The University of Texas System; operates within the limits prescribed by the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Regents, institutional rules and regulations and departmental policies and procedures. Serves as a Campus Security Authority as defined by the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). Enforce the rules and regulations of the University of Texas System Administration pertaining to the safeguarding of students, employees, visitors, property, and buildings of the University of Texas at San Antonio.

Core Responsibilities

• Enforces the rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the University of Texas System and the University
• Conducts regular patrols (on foot, golf cart, motor vehicle to include a truck, and by bicycle if certified) of both the main and downtown campuses.
• Conducts guard tours of controlled spaces, patrols buildings, parking lots, and other UTSA controlled property to assists with asset protection, provide security presence and prevent crime.
• Patrols buildings and grounds to check for fires, water leaks, and potential security and safety hazards. Investigates and reports abnormalities.
• Assists with security surveys to look for safety and security deficiencies such as lighting, landscaping and safety concerns.
• Inspects emergency phones and other security equipment.
• Assists with emergency response and provides emergency assistance when needed
• Provides security support for special events such as weddings, sporting events, concerts etc. by opening and closing facilities, conducting security sweeps, assigned fixed posts, bag checks, security camera surveillance etc.
• Provides customer service to the public by providing security escorts, motorist assistance; provides information and direction to students, employees, and visitors; directs traffic.
• Utilizes a handheld radio for communication to dispatch, supervisor and other Public Safety officers and Police.
• Writes electronic reports; takes observational field notes.
• Unlocks and secures buildings, classrooms in both public and non-public areas, reports issues regarding the function and maintenance of entries and exits to include doors, door locks and other security systems.
• Responds to calls for service, alarms, and /or observed behaviors. Provides requested services in a timely manner and in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Examines credentials of persons desiring to enter controlled areas.
• Attends meetings and training.
• Assist security service and police teams.
• Performs other duties as assigned. Other duties to include, but not limited to, emergency recall and/or may be required to remain onsite or work extended hours during man-made or natural disasters and unusual occurrences on campus.

Required Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• One (1) year of demonstrated ability to uphold responsibilities, reliably meet commitments and expectations, and exhibit dependability and accountability through employment, volunteer work, or community involvement
• Must have the physical and mental capabilities to properly carry out his or her responsibilities and duties as a guard of The University of Texas System Police.
• Continued employment contingent upon completion of a required formal field training program and achievement of sufficient proficiency.
• Valid Texas State Driver’s License.
• Must be eligible to work in secure and/or restricted-access facilities and demonstrate the ability to meet all compliance standards, including those mandated by grant funding agencies and site-specific security protocols.
• Eyesight and hearing shall be of sufficient acuity to accomplish the job duties described.
• This position requires the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure per Texas EO-GA-48

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Communication.
• Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiarity and experience with Police Department equipment.
• Sharp Acumen.

Working Conditions

• Work involves a high degree of hazard normally associated with law enforcement.
• May be required to work either day or night on any one of three shifts with varying days off.
• Exposure to outside weather conditions.
• Must be flexible to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Required walking and standing shall be done without the aid of canes, crutches or similar tools.
• Public Safety Officers must be willing to work assigned shifts, which may include dayshift, evening shift, overnight midnight shifts and power shifts that cover the most populated times of the day at both Main campus and Downtown campus.
• Public Safety Officers are assigned to work varying shifts based on seniority to cover the campus 24/7 and shift change periods.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to walk, climb stairs, stand, sit, both inside and outside areas for extended periods of time.

This position will be located on the main and/or downtown campus. Must be flexible to work at either campus as needed. Travel and parking expenses are the employee’s responsibility.

This position is contingent upon a successful background check. Verification of a valid driver’s license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) may be completed as applicable. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.

Equal Employment Opportunity

As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the **Affirmative Action Program** in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination.