Careers

UT Tyler Police Department

The University of Texas at Tyler Police Department is growing, and we are hiring!  We offer very competitive pay with the local market as well as excellent benefits! Come join our team in protecting the students, staff, faculty, and visitors of UT Tyler!  

UT Tyler has some of the most outstanding benefits in Texas!  These benefits include employer-paid health insurance for the employee, optional dependent coverage, vision, dental, life, and other insurance options.  In addition to being a member of the Teacher's Retirement System, UT Tyler offers optional 403(b) tax-deferred savings and Roth plans.  Also another outstanding benefit is the Employee and Dependent Scholarships which allow the employee and dependent children to attend UT Tyler tuition free!  All of the benefits can be located HERE.

HIRING PROCESS

The hiring process for a police officer candidate is as follows:

Apply online here

Entry Level Examination (For non-licensed applicants)

Applicant completes Personal History Statement 

Conditional Job Offer

Pre-employment Interview

Medical Examination

Physical Agility Testing

Background Investigation

Polygraph Examination

Panel Interview

Psychological Examination

Drug Screen (Unannounced during hiring process)

Find our more by emailing policecareers@uttyler.edu or by calling 903.566.7470.  We look forward to speaking with you!