Sheriff Deputy Cadet Basic Peace Officer BPOC
Sheriff Deputy Cadet Basic Peace Officer BPOC
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USD 44470 - 44470
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09-04-2025
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Position Description
- The upcoming September 2024 BPOC application deadline is July 30 2024.All new applications will be considered for 2025 BPOCs.SHERIFF DEPUTY CADET
(Basic Peace Officer Course)As we strive to bring Law Enforcement practices to the 21st century the Harris County Sheriffs Office is looking for those interested in starting a career in Law Enforcement. We are calling to men and women who want to be part of an agency that promotes effective crime reduction while building trust in their communities and safeguarding officers wellbeing.
The Basic Peace Officer Course is open to anyone not licensed by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) as a Peace Officer. Cadets will be fulltime employees with access to highly competitiveBenefitsthat include a medical and dental health plan a robust retirement plan and other benefits that promote a balanced worklife environment. We offer wellness programs such as Paternity and Maternity Leave and Employee Assistant (EAP). In addition employment with our agency qualifies for the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness program.
Accepted Cadets will be fulltime employees while attending the HCSO Academy. Upon graduation you will be sworn Probationary Patrol Deputy and will be assigned to the Patrol Bureau for a minimum of a twoyear commitment.This position is open to everyone who meets the minimum requirements including Texas Commission On Law Enforcement (TCOLE) licensing standards.
How do I signup- You must read this announcement completely to ensure you meet all requirements and understand every step of the application process
- An incomplete application will not be considered.
- You can reach out to if you have any questions
- All candidates will be scored and a final selection will be made based on the bestqualified candidates
- Scoring criteria include but are not limited to formal education work or military experience test scores etc.
- Candidates not selected for the 1st available scheduled course will remain active for future courses for one year and will have the opportunity to retest to obtain a higher score
- If applicants fail at any step of the application process they will be disqualified from continuing the process and have one year 12 month) waiting period to reapply
- Failure to complete the classroom or field training program due to performance or voluntary withdrawal will result in termination if hired
- The Executive Command may consider extending the opportunity for continued employment for those who fail based on the agencys needs and available positions in other job classifications
Requirements
- The upcoming September 2024 BPOC application deadline is July 30 2024.All new applications will be considered for 2025 BPOCs.Candidate List Eligibility Requirements
General- Must meet Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) background requirements
- Must be a U.S. Citizen (See General Information for exceptions)
- Must be at least twenty years and six months 20.5 years of age by the application date
- Valid Texas Drivers License
- Liability insurance will be required by your graduation date
- Eyesight must be correctable to 20/20 normal color and peripheral vision
- Correctable normal audible range in both ears
- Must pass all phases of the application process
- An Associates Degree or a minimum of 60 college credit hours with at least a 2.0 GPA from an accredited institution; OR
- High School Diploma or G.E.D. and a minimum of two years of military service in the United States Armed Forces with an Honorable Discharge
- If military experience is only in the Reserves or National Guard the applicant must have accumulated 730 retirement points or have six 6 years of service
- If military experience is only with the Reserves or National Guard the applicant must have accumulated 730 retirement points or have six 6 years of service
Application Process
Step 1- Submit a complete job application. The job application must thoroughly document education experience and veteran status. An incomplete application will not be considered.
- Qualified applicants who submit by the deadline will be contacted to schedule testing:
- Candidates must complete an obstacle course in 2:15 minutes or less (sprint going up/down stairs balance dexterity handling a gun etc.
- Must successfully pass the HCSO entry exam with a minimum score of 145 points. (Combination test of Police Officer Selection Test (POST) and Biodata)
There will be no variations of any testing procedures due to a candidates gender age or physical condition. Testing deadlines will be established for each scheduled course. Candidates that do not test for two consecutive courses will be removed from the application processStep 3- All tested candidates will be scored and a final selection will be based on the bestqualified candidates
- External Candidates:
- TCOLE requires that all Peace Officer candidates undergo a thorough background investigation which may include a polygraph examination
- Selected candidates will receive instructions to complete the online Personal History Questionnaire (PHQ) and upload the required documents
- The assigned Investigator will contact candidates for an interview
- Candidates that do not complete this phase promptly may be removed from the preselection list
- Internal Candidates (current employees):
- Current employees do not require a new background investigation
- Review of performance attendance and status of pending Internal Affairs Investigation may be considered
Step 4- HCSO personnel will conduct interviews for the bestqualified candidates to determine the best fit for the Cadet position based on the agencys needs
Step 5- Based on the number of available positions candidates will be sent for Physical and Psychological evaluations per TCOLE (Texas Commission of Law Enforcement) licensing requirements.
- Candidates will be selected based on overall preemployment scores and the agencys needs as determined by the Sheriff
- Selected candidates will be contacted at least two weeks before the start of BPOC to complete the onboarding or transfer process
Preferences
- Bachelors Degree or higher formal education
- Military Experience
General Information
- The upcoming September 2024 BPOC application deadline is July 30 2024.All new applications will be considered for 2025 BPOCs.Incomplete applications will not be considered.Note:
- All areas of the application must be complete including education and employment
- Texas Commission On Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Background requirements:
- Must not have courtordered community supervision or probation for a criminal offense above the grade of class B misdemeanor within the last ten 10 years from the court order
- Must not be currently charged with any criminal offense for which conviction would be a bar to licensure
- Must not have been convicted of a class B misdemeanor or higher offense in the last ten years
- Never been convicted or placed on community supervision in any court for an offense involving family violence
- Not prohibited from operating a motor vehicle
- Not prohibited from possessing a firearm
Citizenship ExceptionsPer SB 252 you may be eligible for TCOLE licensure if you have fulfilled all of the following requirements:- Must be a permanent legal resident
- Must be an honorably discharged veteran from the United States armed forces with at least two years of active service (Must have DD214 that reflects service time and discharge status)
- Must provide evidence that they have applied for United States Citizenship
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race color religion sex national origin age pregnancy disability genetic information or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
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