Senior Detective University Police

The mission of The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center is to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world through outstanding programs that integrate patient care, research and prevention, and through education for undergraduate and graduate students, trainees, professionals, employees and the public.

The primary purpose of the Detective position is to provide investigative expertise and oversight on a wide variety of criminal investigations.  Responsible for conducting investigations while enforcing criminal laws and institutional regulations that promote the protection, safety and welfare of students, employees, patients, visitors and all property within the areas under the control and jurisdiction of the University of Texas System.  Serves as a Campus Security Authority as defined by the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus crime Statistics Act (Clery Act).

Lead investigator on all major criminal matters and lengthy investigations; ability to effect forcible arrests of violators; ability to communicate with witnesses and complainants in an effective manner; conducts skillful interviews/interrogations of suspects, prisoners, complainants and witnesses to obtain information beneficial to the investigation and the apprehension and conviction of offenders; prepares investigative and activity reports, maintains records and responds to correspondence. Conducts investigations in cooperation with federal, state, county and local agencies and such other cases and matters as may be assigned; maintains a close working relationship and liaison with department members and other law enforcement agencies. Conducts complex criminal investigations; interprets complex information; frequently makes decisions without consulting a supervisor; exercises extensive independent judgment and takes appropriate action with limited opportunity to evaluate alternatives; obtains and executes search and arrest warrants; as directed, supervises subordinates while they are conducting investigations, surveillances, interviews, interrogations and crime scene processing; ability to work effectively over a prolonged period of time; ability to maintain confidentiality of information and to restrict the use of such information.

When instructed by the Chief of Police or his/her designee, conducts undercover surveillance, investigations and internal investigations.  Conducts audits of criminal cases and is responsible for case management; performs transfer officer duties for criminal cases to officers of various prosecutors. Develops sources of information; locates and interviews confidential informants; visits locations frequented by criminals to determine criminal habits, associates, characteristics, aliases and other relevant information; makes analysis of crime trends and patterns; possesses forensic and technical surveillance equipment expertise. Crime scene specialist; conducts crime scene searches, at which time he/she appropriately searches for, seizes and preserves evidence which is needed for the investigation of the crime and the apprehension and conviction of the offender; acts as custodian and technician of evidence.

Gives credible testimony in the criminal and civil courts of this state and The United States.  Effectively testifies in grand juries, county, district and federal courts. Participates in public relations and crime prevention enhancement activities by attending civic club meetings, churches, schools and other places of public or university gathering and explaining the activities and functions of the police department and crime prevention methods.  May conduct research on key topical areas and develop targeted presentations for departmental personnel. Trains and mentors investigators by providing training and instruction in the methods and techniques of criminal investigations; prepares administrative documentation necessary to the work function; provides training for departmental personnel and conducts crime prevention programs on campus; determines investigators’ training needs. Complies with all state and university policies. Maintains current knowledge of the policies, procedures, rules and regulations of the department pertaining to assigned area of responsibility; remains current on job-specific procedures, laws, rules and regulations through professional development courses, meetings, research and job-related publications; demonstrates the skill to apply these specialized techniques in the course of his/her duties.  Keeps supervisor informed of activities and findings. Provides dignitary protection and transportation services as required.