Police Investigator P12 | UPD

Job Title

Police Investigator P12 | UPD

Agency

Prairie View A&M University

Department

University Police

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Prairie View, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

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Important Immigration information:

A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Texas A&M University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University subject to this fee.

In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate

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The Police Investigator, under direction, coordinates and conducts criminal investigations and maintains criminal intelligence for the Police Department.

Please Note: The salary is determined in accordance with the University’s compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates’ education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position.

Responsibilities:

• Reviews offense reports for criminal activity, pattern, and method of operations.

• Prepares timely reports of serious crimes that pose a threat to the University community.

• Investigates illegal or suspicious activities, persons, and establishments.

• Enforces criminal laws and violations.

• Takes reports and performs preliminary investigations.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Two years of related experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

Required Registrations, Certifications, and Licenses:

• Valid driver’s license.

• Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Basic Peace Officer License.

Other Requirements:

• Must successfully pass psychological evaluation, physical examination, and complete background investigation to include but not limited to driving history, criminal background, and credit history.

• Required to work a rotating shift that includes evenings, weekends and holidays.

Job Posting Close Date:  

• 3/21/2026

Required Attachments: 

Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either “Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter” on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the “Resume/CV” or Resume/Cover Letter” attachment box.  Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional. 

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae 

• Cover Letter 

Application Submission Guidelines:  

All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site. 

The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or jobs@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with the online application process. 

Background Check Requirements: 

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.