Police Captain

Agency: Prairie View A&M University

Department: University Police

Proposed Minimum Salary: Commensurate

Job Location: Prairie View, Texas

Job Type: Staff

Job Description

The Police Captain, under direction, manages patrol and investigative services, criminal investigations, background investigations, and internal administration. Supervises non-commissioned employees.

Responsibilities:

• Testifies in Justice of the Peace Court as well as County and District Courts, and student judicial hearings. Interacts with the public by speaking on various topics dealing with law enforcement and community policing.
• Attends meetings with other departments on and off campus. Performs administrative duties. Serves as an appointed chairperson or member of committees, recruit officer review, and officer promotion boards.
• Investigate offenses and arrest offenders of State Criminal Law and Transportation Code violations. Prepares comprehensive reports. Manages crime scenes, evidence collection, and processing.
• Assimilates and interprets administrative directives and policies and ensures implementation. Patrols campus and acts as a point of contact for other agencies. Provides professional skills to in-service seminars and training of subordinate officers.
• Supervises a police sergeant and a shift of police/communication officers. Evaluates, counsels, and advises subordinates. Approves subordinate leave. Reviews and approves reports and case files submitted by subordinates. May supervise a squad of security officers at special events.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in an applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience. Four years of related experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the State of Texas Penal Code, Code of Criminal Procedures, Education Code, and Alcoholic Beverage Code.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Excellent written communication, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a high-stress environment.
• Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.

Required Registrations, Certifications, and Licenses:

• Valid driver's license.
• Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Advanced Peace Officer.

Other Requirements:

• Travel and/or working extended hours on short notice.
• Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Job Posting Close Date: 08/20/2025

Required Attachments: Resume or Curriculum Vitae, Cover Letter

Application Submission Guidelines: All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site.

To apply, visit https://tamus.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/PVAMU_External/job/Prairie-View-TX/Police-Captain_R-086506