Police Cadet
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Job Title
Police CadetAgency
Texas A&M UniversityDepartment
University PoliceProposed Minimum Salary
CommensurateJob Location
College Station TexasJob Type
StaffJob Description
Our Commitment
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect Excellence Leadership Loyalty Integrity and Selfless Service.
Who we are
Thank you for your interest in the Texas A&M University Police Department (UPD). We strive to educate and train our personnel to develop well-rounded individuals to represent the department in a professional manner while providing the highest quality service to the community we serve. The Bryan College Station and Texas A&M University community is a great place to live and work. We offer a meaningful and rewarding career to all of our employees while providing education and wellness incentives along with a generous retirement and benefit package. UPD has 169authorized positions including 83state certified Police Officers 56Security Officers 15Communications Officers 3 Evidence Technicians 7administrative support personnel and 5Records Technicians. The department maintains a fully staffed investigations division a crime prevention unit a recruiting unit a training division a victim advocateand an Emergency Communications Center.
What we want
The Police Cadet attends a basic police training program conducted by the Texas Engineering Extension Service Law Enforcement Training Division and includes one week of departmental orientation. If this job description sounds interesting to you we invite you to apply to be considered for this opportunity.
What you need to know
Starting hourly rate: $30.11 per hour
The elements of the selection process are: online application Personal History Statement initial interview written exam records check background investigation polygraph exam oral interview Chiefs panel medical exam drug screen psychological exam fingerprint check and final selection. The expected duration of the selection process is 90-120 days. Applicants that are not selected for hire may re-apply for the next available posted position.
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:
High School diploma orGED.
Two years of full-time employment experience or military service or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Required Licenses:
Upon employment applicant must complete the basic police academy and pass the required State of Texas police licensing exam.
Must have a State of Texas class C vehicle operators license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate effectively with all segments of the campus population.
Ability to function under adverse and stressful conditions.
Requires ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
Applicant must pass an entrance exam to be considered for employment.
Must be in excellent physical health and stamina.
Preferred Education and Experience:
Bachelors degree.
Previous experience in a college or university environment and experience dealing with the public.
Other Requirements or Other Factors:
Applicant must pass an entrance exam to be considered for employment.
Applicant must be able to pass a polygraph.
Applicant must successfully pass psychological evaluation physical examination and complete background investigation to include but not limited to driving history criminal background and credit history.
Responsibilities:
Training and Orientation - Attends a basic police training program and a Texas A&M University Police Department orientation course which requires operating a university vehicle.
Classroom Instruction and Exercises - Participates in intensive classroom instruction programs and practical exercises. Performs other duties as assigned.
Reminder to Applicants: The elements of the selection process are: online application Personal History Statement initial interview written exam records check background investigation polygraph exam oral interview Chiefs panel medical exam drug screen psychological exam fingerprint check and final selection. The expected duration of the selection process is 90-120 days. Applicants that are not selected for hire may re-apply for the next available posted position. Applicants will be emailed further instructions and a Personal History Statement to complete prior to completion of the Personal History Statement applicants will be provided the times and dates that the written exam will be administered. Testing will be conducted at the University Police Department 1111 Research Parkway College Station Tx. If you have any questions or need to discuss an alternative testing date please contact the Hiring Lieutenant at or
Why Texas A&M University
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions Core Values and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university such as sporting and cultural events state-of-the-art recreation facilities the Bush Library and Museum and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.
Health dental vision life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
Up to eight hours of paid sick leaveand at leasteight hours of paid vacationeach month
Automatically enrollment in theTeacher Retirement System of Texas
Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
Professional Development: All employees have access to freeLinkedIn Learningtraining webinars and limited financial support to attend conferences workshops and more
Employee Tuition Assistance and Educational Release time for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.
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.
Employment Type
Full-Time
