Police Cadet

Texas A&M University System • College Station, TX

24d • $30

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED.
• Two years of full-time employment experience or military service, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 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 operator’s license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.
• 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.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Previous experience in a college or university environment and experience dealing with the public.

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.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
• Automatically enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
• Free exercise programs and release time
• All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED