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Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number
S07105P
Position Title
Detective
Functional Title
Police Detective
Department
University Police
Salary Range
$84,000 - $94,000 DOQ
Pay Basis
Monthly
Position Status
Regular full-time
Location
Richardson
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Open Date
06/23/2026
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Desired Start Date
07/13/2026
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.
Minimum Education and Experience
Basic Peace Officer Certification issued by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement.
At least two (2) years experience as a full-time commissioned peace officer within the state of Texas.
Preferred Education and Experience
At least 10 years of experience as a full-time commissioned peace officer within UT System or a state, county, or municipal police department with a minimum of 6 years of full-time investigative/detective work investigating violent crimes, property crimes, white-collar crimes, and vice and narcotics. Must be experienced in filing criminal cases in a municipality, county, and district courts.
Must be able to hold a Peace Officer commission issued by the University of Texas System and a valid driver's license not subject to suspicion. Must be eligible to drive a University-owned or leased motor vehicle. Must meet certain prerequisites established by the Office of the Director of Police, the U.T. System Board of Regents and the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement concerning age requirements and physical, mental and educational standards. Must have the physical and mental capabilities to properly carry out responsibilities and duties as a commissioned Peace Officer of The University of Texas System. Must possess effective written, oral and communication skills. Must have knowledge and skills in emergency medical procedures, first aid and CPR techniques.
This position is classified as security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of section 51.215, Texas Education Code.
Other Qualifications
To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(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.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides the necessary investigative expertise and oversight on a wide variety of criminal investigations.
• Perform criminal investigative duties on the property under the control and jurisdiction of The University of Texas System.
• Enforce U.T. System Board of Regents' Rule and Regulations.
• Execute all lawful processes
• Attempt to locate missing persons.
• 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.
• Safely perform all duties and responsibilities as required for the Detective and all subordinate ranks.
• Apprehend, interrogate, and arrest individuals who violate the law.
• Work with the Dean of Students Office for code of conduct violations.
• Respond to calls for assistance and provide police protection.
• Perform complete preliminary and follow-up investigations of crimes and crime scenes, either independently or as a member of a team.
• Prepare case files, reports and evidence to be submitted to the Office of District Attorney or city attorney.
• Interview, witnesses, victims, complainant; take depositions and/or statements.
• Write and serve arrest and search warrants.
• Conduct searches and collect physical evidence.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Duties involve driving, walking, running, standing, stooping, climbing, crouching, pushing, jumping over, pulling, carrying, reaching above the head, lifting, lowering, hand-wrist and elbow motion, grasping, and holding. Excellent physical condition and vision, ability to hear and speak, and full use of arms and legs.
Physical Activities
Working Conditions
Additional Information
A remote work schedule is not available for this position.
What We Can Offer
UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee-friendly and supportive work environment. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package that is effective as of your hire date includes:

• Competitive Salary
• Tuition Benefits
• Internal Training
• BCBS PPO Medical insurance - 100% paid for full-time employees
• PPO and DHMO Dental Insurance Plan - PPO plans include ortho benefits
• Vision Insurance
• Long and short-term disability
• TRS Retirement Plan - defined benefit plan offering lifetime annuity upon retirement
• Voluntary Retirement Plan Options - additional savings opportunities with Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans and Deferred Compensation Plans
• Dental/Vision/AD&D
• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Winter Break
• Fertility Benefits

All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.
Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.
If you are looking for a rewarding career opportunity with great benefits? Look no further! Join our team!
Special Instructions Summary
Please attach a minimum of 3 references to your application.
Important Message
1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.
2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.