Special Investigator

The University of Texas System · Austin, TX · 1 mo ago

Information TechnologyFull-time

About Us

For more than 140 years, The University of Texas System has improved the lives of Texans — and people all over the world — through education, health care, and research. The System consists of nine academic institutions, four health institutions, and The University of Texas System Administration. The institutions of the UT System employ more than 160,000 faculty, health care professionals, researchers, support staff, and student workers. The UT System Administration is primarily based in Austin, Texas. It supports the missions of the System’s thirteen institutions by providing financial, legal, planning, purchasing, government relations, communications, development, and other central services. Serving a growing state, the UT System Administration strives to provide a welcoming, supportive work environment that embraces different perspectives - not only because it enables the organization to be stronger, creative, and thoughtful, but because it is the right thing to do. To that end, UT System Administration embraces state laws on military and former foster children employment preferences.

Responsibilities

Responsible for conducting thorough, impartial, and confidential investigations into allegations of misconduct, policy violations, complaints, and other law enforcement matters. Assists the Section Chief with conducting investigations and inspections at the system and institutional levels ensuring organizational integrity and legal compliance.

Conducts administrative or criminal investigations, including investigating allegations of misconduct, violations of policies, and complaints.
Conducts inspections of institution police departments and provides recommendations to ensure compliance with standards and regulations.
Provides informed guidance on UTSP/ODOP policy development, policy compliance, ethical conduct, contemporary policing, and criminal justice practices that ensure common and appropriate operating procedures across institution police departments.
Gathers and analyzes various types of evidence, interviews witnesses, interviews and interrogate subjects, and maintains records.
Prepares comprehensive, detailed, and legally sound reports of investigations, providing actionable findings to executive leadership.
Testifies as a witness in court and at administrative hearings to explain findings and provide opinions on cases.
Maintains confidentiality and fairness in all investigative processes and conducts activities according to ethical and legal standards.
Maintains open and mutually productive relationships and lines of communication with other law enforcement agencies and institution police departments, and coordinates with them to obtain, analyze, and share information on investigations.
Maintains awareness of departmental policies, legal updates, and regulations, and ensures that full force and effect is given to UTS Policy 170, Oversight of Law Enforcement and Security for the University of Texas System.
Provides training and serves as a technical resource for development on investigative and inspection best practices.
Serves on committees or working groups related to investigations and inspections.
Performs other duties assigned, including but not limited to, security support, executive protection, and background investigations.
Performs all peace officer duties as required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in law, criminal justice, or related field and six (6) years of full-time, continuous service as a commissioned peace officer.
Service may be with any state, local, or federal law enforcement agency meeting applicable professional standards
Minimum 3 years’ experience as an investigator or similar role.
Active TCOLE Peace Officer License, or the ability to obtain one within 90 days of appointment.
Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Intermediate Certificate.
Must possess a valid driver’s license not subject to suspension and must be eligible to drive without limitation a motor vehicle owned or leased by The University of Texas System.

Qualifications

Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and University policies.
High level of integrity and professional ethics with ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to supervise and lead personnel effectively.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Sound judgment and decision-making under stress.
Ability to build trust and maintain professional relationships with a diverse university community.
Must be proficient in the operation and safety procedures for all equipment utilized by the University Police Department necessary to perform assigned duties.

Working Conditions