Lieutenant, University Police

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!JOB SUMMARYWorks under moderate supervision to provide responsible administrative and supervisory enforcement skills in law enforcement services of UT Southwestern.BENEFITSUT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copayPaid Time Off, available day oneRetirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)Paid Parental Leave BenefitWellness programsTuition ReimbursementPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified EmployerLearn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONRequiredEducationMinimum of 90 credit hours from an accredited institution of higher education.Experience5 years UT System Police (UTSP) experience or 3 years UTSP service and two years in another full servicelaw enforcement agency as a full time commissioned peace officer or5 years law enforcement experience with 3 years experience in a supervisory role for external candidates.Licenses and CertificationsPossess an Intermediate Certification from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standardsand Education Upon Hire andMust hold Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Peace Officer Commission Upon Hire andSuccessfully complete minimum six (6) month probationary review immediately following date of promotionor hire andMust possess a valid Texas driver's license not subject to suspension Upon Hire andMust successfully pass an approved promotional process administered by the Director of Police, or designeeandAt the time the promotional examination is taken, internal candidates must currently be serving as a UTSPsergeant and has successfully completed the probation period.PreferredEducationBachelor's DegreeLicenses and CertificationsPossess Advanced and Instructor Certification from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement OfficerStandards (TCOLE) and Education at the time the promotional examination is taken.JOB DUTIESPlans, organizes, assigns, and supervises departmental activities including the enforcement of criminal law, Rules and Regulations of Board of Regents, and Policies of the Office of the Director of Police.Supervises the conduct of subordinates. Checks performance, appearance, and conduct of subordinates.Provides guidance and direction to staff on policies, procedures, and rules and regulations.Receives and relays directives, assignments, and special orders to subordinates.Makes evaluations and analyses concerning accomplishments of department goals and objectives. Observes and evaluates departmental operations for efficiency and effectiveness.Prepares and revises various reports and makes recommendations.Performs line inspections.Develops and administers training vestigates circumstances surrounding violations of laws and University regulations and policies.Conducts investigations, writes reports, and recommends appropriate actions.May be required to perform direct law enforcement activities, including preventing or suppressing crime and making arrests.Serves as an Incident Commander as required.Confers with University administrators, faculty, staff and students; and other law enforcement, court and governmental officials on matters of mutual interest.Prepares work schedules and assigns overtime; approves the use of vacation leave.Performs other duties as assigned.SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENTSecurityThis position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.EEO StatementUT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-10-08