Police Officer - Kilgore College Police Department

Kilgore College • Kilgore, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Kilgore College Police Department is a fully licensed law enforcement agency within the State of Texas. Police Officers are part of the Kilgore College Police Department and report to the Chief of Police. Officers are responsible for ensuring the safety and security of all college personnel, students and visitors as well as all college property.

Requirements

• Eligible to work in the United States
• At least 21 years of age
• Possess a driving record that meets KCPD standards
• Possess or have the ability to possess a Texas driver’s license
• Good moral character and a stable school, work and driving record
• Not have been discharged from any military service under less than honorable conditions
• Hold an active Texas Peace Officer license and meet criteria established by TCOLE to be commissioned as a Texas Peace Officer at the time of employment
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Able to interact with the community in a positive manner
• No TCOLE license suspensions due to disciplinary action
• Must pass a complete background check
• Must not have left any agency with any designation other than an Honorable rating on their F5

Nice To Haves

• Master Peace Officer’s License
• TCOLE Certified Instructor
• TCOLE Certified Firearms Instructor
• ALERRT Instructor certification
• Any other specialized background that will assist in the training of officers and probationary officers

Responsibilities

• Patrolling the college and surrounding area
• Conducting investigations
• Completing offense/incident reports
• Responding to requests for assistance
• Maintaining activity logs
• Testifying in court, when requested
• Developing and maintaining good working relationships with area law enforcement agencies
• Enforcing college rules, regulations, city ordinances, and state and federal laws

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Income protection insurance
• Retirement program through the Teacher Retirement System
• Free use of the college’s recreational/fitness facilities (for full-time employees)
• Tuition scholarships for the employee and dependent children
• Potential overtime available
• Additional Incentive pay available based on TCOLE Licensure, TCOLE Basic Instructor, Field Training Officer Certification, TCOLE Firearms Instructor and Bilingual

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed