District Police, Cadet

Austin Community College • Austin, TX

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About The Position

The Police Cadet position is for entry-level applicants with no prior police experience and would like to start a new career in the Law Enforcement field. Under supervision, Police Cadets attend an approved Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) basic peace officer course (BPOC academy), work a schedule as assigned by the Austin Community College District Police Department, and attend college orientation. The next Capital Area Council of Governments (CAPCOG) Basic Peace Officer Academy is scheduled to begin on June 23, 2025, and will run through February 2026. For more information, contact: Sgt. Gabriel Romero [email protected]

Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a Texas driver license for vehicle operation by the time of hire and must be able to be approved as a vehicle operator by the College.
• Must have strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Must be able to qualify, and maintain proficiency, with all firearms approved for use by the ACCDPD to include any weapons platforms deployed for instruction by the approved police academy.
• Must pass a pre-employment physical and psychological exam, as well as a drug screen.
• Must be able to lift objects up to 80 pounds.
• Must have been honorably discharged from the U.S. Military, if served.
• High school diploma or educational equivalent per TCOLE standards.
• Texas Peace Officer License will be required after the successful completion of a Basic Peace Officer Course (BPOC) academy and a passing score on the TCOLE examination.
• Must meet all Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education (TCOLE) requirements for employment as a District Police Cadet.
• Ability to successfully pass a criminal background check, drug screen, and psychological and physical examinations prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Attends and completes human resources orientation.
• Attends and completes police headquarters orientation and training for approximately one month.
• Attends and completes an approved Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) basic peace officer (BPOC) academy.
• Passes the State of Texas peace officer licensing exam within three (3) attempts.
• Adheres to all rules of conduct per the Austin Community College District Police Department General Orders as well as the approved academy code of conduct and attendance rules.
• Participates in intensive classroom instruction programs and practical exercises.
• Works a schedule as assigned by the Austin Community College District Police Department and/or police academy.
• Participates and successfully completes the Austin Community College District Police Field Training Officer Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees