Public Safety Sergeant
Texas State University
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Job summary
Texas State University is seeking a Public Safety Sergeant in San Marcos to supervise officers, enforce parking regulations, and maintain campus security. This night shift role requires overseeing training, responding to incidents, and coordinating with campus partners on security services.
The position offers full-time hours, competitive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth within the Security/Parking Operations department.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or Equivalent.
- Experience supervising public safety officers and handling reports, citations, and training.
- Ability to understand policies and procedures.
Responsibilities
- Supervise public safety officers and review/approve reports and citations.
- Operate campus security systems and manage fleet operations.
- Oversee the public safety officer training program.
- Ensure compliance with policies and procedures & provide customer service.
- Coordinate with campus partners to deliver security services and audits.
Skills
Education
Job description
2026697
Public Safety Sergeant
Public Safety Sergeant
San Marcos
Security/Parking Operations
Open Recruiting
Full-Time
Permanent
$3,833.33
Non-Exempt
- High School Diploma or Equivalent.
- Experience in supervising public safety officers, to include report and citation review and approval, security systems management, fleet management, and personnel matters.
- Ability to understand policies and procedures.
- Manage public safety officer training program.
- Must be able to complete CPR, First Aid, AED, Naloxone, and CJIS certification is required upon one (1) year of employment.
- Must turn in a personal history statement and be able to pass a full background.
- Prior public safety officer experience in the state of Texas or out of state equivalent.
- Some college education preferred, ideally in the criminology or criminal justice fields.
- Demonstrated outstanding organizational skills; attention to detail; ability to work under minimal supervision; evidence of initiative and proactive approach to solving problems. .
- Demonstrated ability to quickly learn new procedures and to problem-solve independently; excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Able to read, write and speak English
- Good physical condition, able to walk and/or stand for long periods
- Acceptable driving record and eligible to operate a university-owned vehicle in accordance with university policy.
- Criminal record free of felony convictions, good credit, stable employment history
Responsible for supervising public safety officers while enforcing the parking regulations of the university, assisting motorists, and securing the safety of students, faculty, and staff. This is a night shift position.
- Respond to calls for service.
- Operate a patrol vehicle.
- Assist motorists.
- Attend shift briefings.
- Supervise public safety officers, including report and citation review and approval, security systems management, fleet management, and personnel matters.
- Support department outreach and engagement efforts.
- Oversee the Emergency Call Box system through regular audits.
- Manage shift schedules and assign appropriate shifts.
- Collaborate with campus partners requiring security services.
- Conduct regular assessments of campus security camera systems.
- Understand policies and procedures; provide excellent customer service; manage public safety officer training program.
- This position requires driving University vehicles.
- This position requires a pre-employment Physical Skills Assessment.
- This position requires pre-employment Drug and Alcohol Testing.
- Must complete a personal history statement
- Must complete a fingerprint background.
07/23/2026
Yes
Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Rotating Shifts
Rotating Shifts
Applicant must have a valid Texas Driver's License and be a driver in good standing with less than ten (10) points deducted for driving infractions as determined by the employer driving standards system., Applicant must pass the physical skills assessment relevant to the job posting title requirements., Applicant must pass the drug and alcohol test relevant to the job posting title requirements.
Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions. Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications. In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete the Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation verifying their identity and authorization to work in the United States. Texas State University participates in E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon the successful verification of work authorization. Employees are required to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy the conditions of Form I9 at all times during their employment and the university makes no implicit or explicit promises to financially support visa or permanent residency applications.
Join the Texas State Bobcat team and experience a career that offers more than just a job—it’s a path to a brighter future. As a Texas State employee, you’ll enjoy:
Exceptional Benefits: Comprehensive health insurance with 100% premium coverage for employees and 50% for dependents, starting on your first day.
Generous Time Off: Enjoy vacation, holidays, sick leave, and more to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Wellness and Balance: Access a FREE wellness program, plus mother and family-friendly resources to support your personal well-being.
Professional Growth: Explore a wide range of training, development courses, certifications, and educational support programs.
Welcoming Campus: Become part of a vibrant Bobcat community with numerous social and professional networks.
Tuition Benefits: Take advantage of tuition support for yourself and for your dependent children, making higher education more accessible for your family.
Retirement Security: Secure your future with TRS pension, retirement plans, and voluntary savings options with strong employer contributions.
At Texas State University, you’re not just an employee—you’re a valued member of a thriving and beautiful campus community. Start your journey with us today. https://www.hr.txst.edu/benefits.html
https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/57878
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