Police Officer Bastrop, Texas

The primary purpose of the Police Officer position is to enforce the law, provide service, information and aid to all citizens as circumstances require, prevent crime, suppress disturbances, investigate criminal offenses, and arrest offenders. Perform law enforcement duties on the property under the control and jurisdiction of the University of Texas System. Preserve the peace by the use of all lawful means, interceding when authorized by law, to prevent or suppress crime. Execute all lawful processes. Arrest offenders with and without a warrant when authorized by law. Investigate criminal offenses to detect and arrest criminals, and recover stolen or lost property. Attempt to locate missing persons. Enforce traffic law by detecting violations, making violator contacts, placing violators in custody, or issuing citations or warnings. Investigate motor vehicle collisions. Prepare various written reports narrating law enforcement and police activities. Give credible testimony in the criminal courts of this state and the United States. Confers with prosecuting attorneys, preserves evidence, and maintain confidential information. Confers with local law enforcement, criminal justice, and emergency response agencies on matters of mutual interest. EDUCATION Required: In accordance with current levels of education for commissioned police officers of the University of Texas System as adopted by the Board of Regents. EXPERIENCE Required: Successful completion of prescribed field training program. Preferred: Six months experience as a police guard or police cadet for the University of Texas System. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required: TCL-B - TCOLE Basic Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education (TCLEOSE) Peace Officer License. Required: OFC - Officer Commissioned Commissioned/licensed peace officer for the State of Texas of entry into job within 180 Days Required: TDL - Texas Drivers License OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Must pass pre-employment skills test as required and administered by Human Resources. The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits , including medical, dental, paid time off , retirement , tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition. This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment. It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. Additional Information Requisition ID: 176914 Employment Status: Full-Time Employee Status: Regular Work Week: Varied Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 68,500 Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 85,500 Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 102,500 FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay Fund Type: Hard Work Location: Onsite Pivotal Position: Yes Referral Bonus Available?: Yes Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes #LI-Onsite

Created: 2025-12-16