Cadet

Trophy Club•Police Department, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cadet learns law enforcement and crime prevention procedures and techniques while attending a Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE)-certified academy. Training includes classroom instruction and physical training and is completed under close supervision. Cadets receive $34.32 per hour ($71,385.60 annually) during the academy. Upon successful academy graduation, they are promoted to Police Officer, with pay increasing to $38.12 per hour ($79,287.93 annually), and are expected to perform Police Officer duties and responsibilities. The position is with the Trophy Club Police Department. Police Officers work a modified Panama schedule totaling 80 hours per 14-day pay period: six 12-hour shifts from 6:00 to 6:00 and one eight-hour shift from 6:00 to 2:00, with every other weekend off. Shift bids run in four-month cycles beginning at the start of each fiscal year, with preferences based on seniority. The department offers training, varied assignments, and advancement opportunities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Texas Motor Vehicle Class C Operator’s License with a satisfactory driving record at appointment, maintained throughout employment.
At least 21 years of age.
Must be a U.S. citizen or a resident alien who has applied for citizenship at the time of application.
No felony criminal convictions or crimes involving moral turpitude.
No convictions or unresolved arrests involving domestic violence.
No misdemeanor convictions of Class B or higher within the past seven years.
Basic oral and written communication skills, including grammar, punctuation, and spelling, for report writing, explaining the law, and court testimony.
Ability to obtain Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Basic Peace Officer Certification.
Ability to learn law enforcement and crime prevention procedures and techniques; understand, interpret, and enforce laws, rules, and policies; and safely use and care for firearms and other law enforcement tools.
Ability to provide strong customer service, build positive relationships with the public, and maintain accurate work records and files.
Ability to follow safety guidelines and wear required safety equipment.
Ability to communicate clearly in person, by phone, and in writing, and to make sound decisions in high-pressure situations.
Physical ability to complete academy training and perform duties in varied and hazardous environments, including prolonged sitting, standing, and walking; lifting up to 50 pounds; bending, stooping, and kneeling; and maintaining manual dexterity and visual acuity.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in criminal justice or a related field.

Responsibilities

Attend classroom training and take notes needed to obtain Basic Peace Officer Certification.
Complete and pass written, oral, and skills-proficiency examinations covering required Peace Officer skills and knowledge, and maintain required proficiency levels.
Participate in physical conditioning training and testing and maintain required levels of physical fitness.
Follow department rules and regulations while maintaining the Police Department’s integrity, professionalism, values, and goals, and preserving accountability and public trust.
Perform successfully and progress through Police Academy training.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
After academy graduation and promotion to Police Officer, perform Police Officer duties and responsibilities.