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Lead Security Officer- Sugarland Campus

University of Houston
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 1/28/2026 CLOSED ON 4/27/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Security Officer- Sugarland Campus position at University of Houston?

  • 495285
  • Full-Time
  • Police
Department: Police Salary: Commensurate with Experience/Education

Description:

** This position is located at the Sugarland Campus in Sugarland, TX. **

Under general supervision, leads work of assigned security officers and performs regular security officer duties for assigned areas. Pursuant to the State of Texas Executive Order No. GA-48, this position researches, works on, or has access to critical infrastructure and requires the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the University infrastructure. This position requires personnel be routinely reviewed to determine whether or not criminal history or continuous connections for the government or political apparatus of a foreign adversary might prevent the employee from being able to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure.

1. Performs security officer duties and leads work of assigned security officers.

2. Patrols assigned areas to check for criminal activity, rule violations, and irregularities.

3. Investigates and reports hazards, unusual or suspicious circumstances to campus police unit as needed.

4. Coordinates and monitors work activities of field Security Officers at particular locations.

5. Monitors shift activity and makes recommendations for adjustments in shift assignments as needed.

6. Trains new security officers or other personnel and provides on-going work leadership.

7. Performs other job-related duties assigned.

MQ: Requires a basic knowledge of grammar, spelling, punctuation and simple mathematical functions like percentages, ratios, etc. as might normally be acquired through attainment of a high school diploma or GED.

Requires a minimum of three (3) years directly job related experience.


Minimum Qualifications

Requires a high school diploma or GED.

Requires a minimum of three (3) years directly job related experience

Must have a valid Texas Driver’s License.

Requires a basic knowledge of grammar, spelling, punctuation and simple mathematical functions like percentages, ratios, etc. as might normally be acquired through attainment of a high school diploma or GED.

Daily computer use required; must be proficient with using Microsoft Office suite.

Must pass a Criminal History Check and valid TX Driver’s License check prior to an interview.

Must pass Background Investigation prior to employment.

Must pass a pre-employment drug screening.

UHPD requires all applicants to complete the criminal history fields on their application.

Applicants with incomplete criminal history fields will not be
considered for a position.

Required information includes:
  • DOB
  • Driver’s license
  • Last 4 digits of SSN

Additional Posting Information

Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply and will receive preference in employment over other applicants for the same position who do not have a greater qualification.
Military experience will only be considered if Military Police or Security related
responsibilities in your job functions. (Please attach a copy of your DD 214.)
Salary will be based on years of experience.

We offer exceptional benefits:

  • Paid Time Off (accrual increases with your service years)
  • Sick leave accrual
  • Comprehensive free medical coverage for employees
(premiums apply for family members)
  • Great optional benefits to enhance your medical coverage
  • Many on-campus / off-campus employee perks

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met
by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and functions of
the job and are not meant to be all inclusive. While performing this job the staff member shall:

Environmental:

The employee maybe exposed to inclement weather conditions; extensive public contact
with student, faculty and staff.

Employees are required to work various assigned shifts, including days,
evenings, nights and weekends and may be required to remain at their post for an
additional shift. All staff are “essential personnel” and are required to report to work
during inclement weather.

Physical:

Primary functions require sufficient physical ability to work in a law enforcement
setting and an office setting; restrain or subdue individuals; walk, stand, sit, or run for
extended periods of time; occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; occasionally climb and balance; ability to operate and use specialized law enforcement tools and equipment.

All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.

The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.

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