Police Officer

Job Opportunities at Texas State University Please see Special Instructions for more details.

• Step plan rates are due to increase on January 1, 2026, with Step 0 starting at $5250.00 monthly.
• Lateral Step increases up to Step Level 6.
• Applicants must be able to pass a background check, psychological exam, occupational step test, and a polygraph test.
• This position requires driving University vehicles.

Posting Information

Posting Number

Posting Number 2025568

Posting / Functional Title

Posting / Functional Title Police Officer

University Pay Plan Title

University Pay Plan Title Police Officer

Location

Location San Marcos

Department

Department Patrol Operations

Recruitment Type

Job Type

Job Type Full-Time

Funding Source

Funding Source Permanent

Monthly Salary

Monthly Salary $5,000.00 - $6,056.78

Job Category

Job Category Non-Exempt

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.

• 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.

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.

• 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.

• Step plan rates are due to increase on January 1, 2026, with Step 0 starting at $5250.00 monthly.
• Lateral Step increases up to Step Level 6.
• Applicants must be able to pass a background check, psychological exam, occupational step test, and a polygraph test.
• This position requires driving University vehicles.

Job Open Date 06/20/2025

Open Until Filled Yes

Normal Work Hours Start Rotating Shifts

Normal Work Hours End Rotating Shifts

Legal and Required Notices

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.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. The University will not sponsor or assume sponsorship of…