Prairie View, Texas, United States
Onsite
Not Available
Job Title
Senior IT Professional II (University Police Department)Agency
Prairie View A&M UniversityDepartment
University PoliceProposed Minimum Salary
CommensurateJob Location
Prairie View, TexasJob Type
StaffJob Description
Important Immigration information:
A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Texas A&M University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University subject to this fee.
In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate.
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The Senior IT Professional II, under general direction, provides technical leadership for multiple complex unit-level projects or operations utilizing multiple technical fields for the University Police Department. Develops technical standards for implementing unit projects or operations. Serves as a chair or senior member of an information resource team responsible for setting technical standards and direction.
The salary is determined in accordance with the University’s compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates’ education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position.
Responsibilities:
Develop and implement IT strategies and systems to support the department's law enforcement activities and objectives.
Manage and oversee the installation, configuration and maintenance of hardware, software and network systems.
Coordinator with law enforcement personnel to identify and address technology needs, ensuring effective utilization of IT resources.
Monitor and analyze system performance, identifying and resolving issues and optimizing IT infrastructure.
Develop and enforce IT security policies, procedures, and protocols to safeguard sensitive date and ensure compliance with regulations.
Manage IT projects, including planning, resource allocation, and coordinator of tasks to meet project goals and timelines.
Conduct regular system audits to assess performance, identify vulnerabilities and implement appropriate security measures.
Collaborate with external vendors and contractor to procure and implement IT solutions.
Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends, making recommendation for their adoption to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Education & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Eight years of related experience.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
Excellent written communication, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with administration of law enforcement records management systems (LERMS).
Experience with records retention schedules and compliance frameworks.
Knowledge of scripting or automation tools (e.g., PowerShell, Python).
ITIL or other relevant certifications.
Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) Certified.
Other Requirements:
Ability to pass the state and national fingerprint-based background check to obtain the Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) Certification.
Special Requirements:
Applicants with equivalent experience in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree may be considered. One year of the related experience is the equivalent of one college year. Applicants being considered for the equivalency must have four years of related experience to meet the equivalency in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree plus the minimum required years of experience. Applicants being considered for the equivalency must have a total of twelve years of experience.
Job Posting Close Date:
07/23/2026
Required Attachments:
Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either “Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter” on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the “Resume/CV” or Resume/Cover Letter” attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.
Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Application Submission Guidelines:
All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.
The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or jobs@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with the online application process.
Background Check Requirements:
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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