CHIEF OF POLICE (UTRGV Employees Only)

Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number
SRGV9217

Working Title
CHIEF OF POLICE (UTRGV Employees Only)

Number of Vacancies
1

Location
Edinburg, Texas

Department
University Police

FTE
1

FLSA
Exempt

Scope of Job

This position is responsible for the effective leadership, management, and operation of the University Police Department including planning, organizing and directing the activities of the department and ensuring that community safety and security is assured, state laws and The University of Texas System Board of Regents' Rules and Regulations are enforced, and appropriate measures are implemented to prevent crime, protect the campus and provide for the public safety of the university community. The incumbent understands the status of the University of Texas System Police as a single state law enforcement agency and acknowledges, understands and is familiar with the relationship between the Chief of Police and the Director of Police.

Description of Duties

• Promote programs and philosophies that reflect best practices and successful applied research efforts nationally in law enforcement and public safety
• Provide tireless, collaborative, and inspirational leadership to a full service law enforcement agency focused on community policing
• Work closely and successfully with the senior university leadership, all service units of the university, federal, state and local law enforcement, and other public safety agencies
• Coordinate with internal and external organizations and stakeholders regarding major activities held on campus, including but not limited to: the legitimate expression of right to free speech and assembly, athletic events, concerts, speakers' series, commencements and student/public assemblies
• Oversee, assess, and respond to critical campus law enforcement, public safety and security concerns, issues, and situations
• Ensure that appropriate threat assessment/management and risk mitigation measures are in place and ensure the capacity of the department to respond to catastrophic events, either criminal or natural in origin
• Manage the departmental operating budget, establish an ongoing strategic plan for the department, as well as ensuring staff development, succession planning and stewardship
• Serve as the primary spokesperson for the institution on law enforcement, public safety and security matters.

Supervision Received

Directly reporting to the Vice President for Administrative Support Services.

Supervision Given

Direct supervision of assigned staff.

Required Education

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate or related field from an accredited university.

Preferred Education

Master's degree in an appropriate or related field from an accredited university.

Licenses/Certifications

Class "C" Operator's Driver's License. Applicant selected must provide a current three-year driving record from the current state of residence. If not currently a Texas resident, the applicant must obtain a Texas driver's license within 30 days after becoming a Texas resident.

If not possessed, the required license(s) and certification must be obtained no later than six months following the date of the appointment. The process for licensing as a Texas Peace officer may require the successful completion of a licensing examination administered by TCOLE.

Required Experience

Fifteen years of progressively varied and responsible experience as a certified/licensed full-time law enforcement officer with a recognized law enforcement agency(ies), including at least five years of service in an administrative, supervisory, or management position at the rank of Police Lieutenant or above (or the equivalent); shall have or be eligible to obtain, a Texas Driver's License, a Texas Peace Officer License, and Master Certification from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE).

Preferred Experience

A working knowledge of the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security and Campus Crime Statistics Act; knowledge of Title IX regulation and obligations; experience as a chief of police; executive training through the FBI National Academy or an equivalent venue; law enforcement leadership experience working in a higher education environment.

Equipment

Use of standard office equipment.

Working Conditions

Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Office Environment; some travel and weekend work is required. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which may require presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley.

As part of their essential duties, employees in these roles are expected to maintain a consistent, in-person presence on campus at their assigned locations. Limited exceptions may apply for positions that are approved as hybrid or fully remote in accordance with UTRGV policies.

Other

The selected candidate must demonstrate visionary leadership and excellence in verbal and written communications, strategic planning skills, and the ability to foster a positive and rewarding work environment while maintaining professional discipline in the department, must have a reputation for honesty, integrity and ethical conduct, and the inter-personal skills necessary to work successfully with students, faculty, staff, visitors and the general public. Applicant must also have an understanding of the national law enforcement accreditation process and associated standards. The selected candidate must have a demonstrated record of successful leadership and an understanding of the challenges of 21st century policing. The selected candidate shall also have a working knowledge of the Incident Command System and National Incident Management System.

This is a security sensitive position requiring a comprehensive background investigation; the candidate must also be able to qualify for a U. S. government Secret security clearance. 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.

Physical Capabilities

N/A

Employment Category
Full-Time

Minimum Salary
Commensurate with Experience

Posted Salary
Commensurate with Experience

Position Available Date
10/26/2026

Grant Funded Position
No

If Yes, Provide Grant Expiration Date

Posting Detail Information

Special Instructions to Applicants

Dear Applicant,

Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:

Date of BirthGender
*Ethnicity/Race

Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at (956) 665-2451 and/or careers@utrgv.edu.

Additional Information

UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.

All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check (CBC). Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of Human Resources.

Quick Link
https://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/52945