Senior IT Professional II (University Police Department)
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Job Location:
Prairie View, TX - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
11 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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 $100000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21 2025.Please be advised that TexasA&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 toascertainwhether 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 visastatusthis moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate.
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 isdeterminedin accordance withthe Universitys compensation structure and will becommensuratewith the candidates education and experience within the assigned salary range for this position.
Responsibilities:
Develop and implement IT strategies and systems to support the departments 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:
Bachelors 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 Bachelors 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 Bachelors 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:
05/12/2026
Required Attachments:
Please attach all required documents listed belowin 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. Anyadditionalattachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.
Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Application Submission Guidelines:
All applicantsare required toapply via our Career Site on or before the closing dateindicatedon the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as IndeedHigherEdJobs etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position viathePVAMUCareersite.
The required documents listed in the above Required Attachments section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing dateindicatedto ensure full consideration for the applicationsubmitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing dateindicatedabove at or should you needassistancewith 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 institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
