Police Cadet

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious institution dedicated to cancer care and research as a Cadet. This role offers an opportunity to undergo rigorous training at the University of Texas System Police Academy, preparing you for a vital role in ensuring safety and security. You will engage in physical training, firearms instruction, and problem-solving exercises, all while adhering to high standards of conduct. This full-time position provides a dynamic environment where you can contribute to the community while developing your skills in law enforcement. An exciting career path awaits you at this leading cancer center.

Benefits

Referral Bonus Available

Relocation Assistance Available

Qualifications

• Must complete the University of Texas System Police Academy.
• Must pass pre-employment skills test.

Responsibilities

• Attend and complete the Police Academy training program.
• Maintain academic integrity and comply with policies.

Skills

Physical Training

Firearms Training

Defensive Tactics

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston is one of the world's most respected centers focused on cancer patient care, research, education, and prevention. It was named the nation's No. 1 hospital for cancer care in U.S. News & World Report's 2021-2022 rankings. It is one of the nation's original three comprehensive cancer centers designated by the National Cancer Institute.

The primary purpose of the Cadet position is to attend and satisfactorily complete the University of Texas System Police Academy, qualifying for commissioning as a peace officer of the University of Texas System. Responsible for successfully fulfilling the academic, physical, and practical requirements of the Basic Training School of the University of Texas System Police Academy.

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston is one of the world's most respected centers focused on cancer patient care, research, education, and prevention. It was named the nation's No. 1 hospital for cancer care in U.S. News & World Report's 2021-2022 rankings. It is one of the nation's original three comprehensive cancer centers designated by the National Cancer Institute.

Training Participates in and satisfactorily completes the physical training program, firearms training, defensive tactics program, practical problem solving, and academic blocks of instruction. Attends class and maintains comprehensive notebooks of subjects covered in class. Prepares research papers. Completes homework assignments. Complies with assignments, policies, procedures, directives, and instructions given by the Director of Police or the Police Academy staff.

Conducts and Complies with the policies of respective component institutions relating to his or her status and attendance at the Academy. Adheres to The University of Texas System Police Code of Conduct and to the Rules and Regulations promulgated by the Board of Regents of The University of Texas System.

Adhere to rules and regulations promulgated by the Board of Regents, University of Texas System, and applicable state law. Ensures that academic integrity, both individually/personally, and as a member of a class, is continuously maintained.

Other duties to include, but not limited to, emergency recall and/or may be required to remain onsite or work extended hours during man-made or natural disasters and unusual occurrences on campus. Local or long distance travel may be required for training or other business purposes occasionally.

High school diploma or equivalent.

Must be a U.S. Citizen per the Texas Administrative Code - 37 T.A.C. 217.1 (B)(17).

Must pass pre-employment skills test as required and administered by the Police Department. It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html

Additional Information

• Requisition ID: 174677
• Employment Status: Full-Time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Work Week: Varied
• Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 45,500
• Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 57,000
• Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 68,500
• FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay
• Fund Type: Hard
• Work Location: Onsite
• Pivotal Position: Yes
• Referral Bonus Available?: Yes
• Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes
• Science Jobs: No

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