DPS Officer - DIS - req14317

Alamo Colleges District•San Antonio, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The DPS Officer patrols and performs enforcement, detection, and crime-prevention duties to protect the safety and welfare of faculty, staff, students, and visitors, as well as property within the area under Alamo Colleges District’s control and jurisdiction. The position reports to the District Department of Public Safety. The role is based at the Department of Public Safety, 2222 N. Alamo St., San Antonio, Texas. Candidates must be willing to work nights and weekends. The position is hourly, scheduled for 40 hours per week, and has two openings. It is benefits-eligible. The posting closes December 20, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. CST; applications submitted after October 30, 2026, are not guaranteed review.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or equivalent (GED).
Must possess and maintain a valid driver license.
Must be insurable through the organization’s insurers.
Must be licensed as a peace officer by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE), or must have successfully completed the TCOLE reactivation examination two or more years ago.
A Motor Vehicle Report is required in addition to a background check and drug screen.
Must be willing to work nights and weekends.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree.
Two years of experience as a licensed peace officer.
Basic Peace Officer certification by TCOLE.

Responsibilities

Patrol areas under Alamo Colleges District’s control and jurisdiction.
Perform enforcement, detection, and crime-prevention duties.
Protect the safety and welfare of faculty, staff, students, and visitors, and protect property within the district’s jurisdiction.