Police Officer

The University of Texas at Dallas Police Department is a component member of the UT System, dedicated to protecting and serving a dynamic university community. Our officers play a vital role in creating a safe and welcoming environment where teaching, research, and campus life can thrive.

At UT Dallas, policing goes beyond traditional law enforcement, it’s about building meaningful partnerships with students, faculty, staff, and visitors while fostering a culture of trust, respect, and integrity. Our officers work collaboratively across campus to prevent crime, respond to emergencies, and support a vibrant, growing academic community.

Job summary
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. Responsible for enforcement duties for the protection, safety and welfare of students, employees, visitors, and all property within the area under the control and jurisdiction of The University of Texas System, including primary jurisdiction in all counties where the UT System has a real property interest and secondary jurisdiction in all other Texas counties. Exercises independent judgment within the limits prescribed by law, Rules and Regulations of the Board of Regents, institutional rules and regulations and Director of Police departmental policies and procedures. Other job duties as assigned.