Required Qualifications : Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Be licensed by TCOLE; or be a certified or licensed out of state peace officer and successfully obtain TCOLE licensing (basic peace officer or higher) within 90 days of hire.
- Must have at least 1-year prior work experience as a full-time commissioned peace officer with similar duties in a comparable law enforcement agency.
- Left previous agency with an honorable discharge.
Preferred Qualifications
60 College Credit Hours / Associate's Degree.Bachelor's Degree.Previous work experience in university policing.TCOLE Proficiency Certificate above Basic Peace Officer.Current Full Time Working Peace Officer.Job Description Texas State University (TXST) Police Department is looking for lateral transfers who are motivated to help others and be a part of the UPD Team. Every day our officers work with students, faculty, staff and the community to ensure safety for everyone. Here at TXST we are committed to having a diverse workforce that resembles the people of Texas and the University we serve. Job Duties
Enforcement of all laws of the State of Texas to include laws and ordinances for TXST University and the city of San Marcos.Respond to emergency calls, traffic accidents and general requests for assistance.Patrols university property to include campuses and leased properties.Issues warnings and citations to violators of university, city and state regulations.Conduct preliminary investigations into minor traffic crashes and crimes.Writes offense, incident, arrest and impoundment reports in a timely manner.Proper use of communication and recording equipment.Appears in court and testifies under oath.Performs special assignments as required, such as university events, investigations and parking enforcement or crime prevention.Work 12-hour shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays.J-18808-Ljbffr