159th Police Cadet - Regular Academy - September 2026

Austin Police Department•Austin, TX

2d•$60,000 - $139,396

About The Position

This posting is for the position of Police Cadet for the Austin Police Department. Applicants should possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities to be successful in a law enforcement career: Read, write, and speak English. Confidence and a responsible attitude. The ability to react quickly and take positive action. Resilience. The ability to remain calm in challenging situations. The ability to work alone and in a team. Strong communication skills. Courage and initiative. Integrity. Good physical fitness. The Austin Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Must be 20.5 years of age by the time of the start of academy
US Citizen, born or naturalized.
Have a valid Driver’s License.
Possess HS Diploma or GED and one of the following:
12 semester hours of credit from an accredited college or university with minimum 2.0 GPA; or
2 years full time active military service with honorable discharge; or
24 months full time work experience in the last 36 months

Responsibilities

The protection of life, liberty, and property.
Enforcement of all laws of the State of Texas and laws and ordinances of the City of Austin.
Perform law enforcement duties including:
Respond to calls for service.
Enforce traffic laws.
Conduct preliminary investigations of crimes.
Execute all lawful process.
Arrest offenders with and without warrant when authorized by law.
Investigate motor vehicle crashes.
Prepare various written reports.
Give testimony in court.
Confer with local law enforcement, criminal justice, and emergency response agencies on matters of mutual interest.
Perform other duties as assigned.