Police Cadet: Academy Path to Peace Officer

Collin College; United States; On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Collin College in McKinney, Texas invites applications for a Police Cadet to prepare for careers as a Peace Officer with the Collin College Police Department. Cadets attend and complete the Law Enforcement Academy, qualifying for commission, while fulfilling academic and physical training requirements conducted by the academy.

The role emphasizes integrity, leadership, and accountability to students and employees.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must be 21 years or older.
• Must be a United States citizen or eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Must have an Honorable discharge if prior Military experience.
• Must be able to pass Extensive Medical Screen/ Drug Testing/ Psychological Exam/ Polygraph Exam/Background Investigation.
• Twelve (12) earned hours from an accredited college or university.

Responsibilities

• Attend class and complete homework assignments.
• Maintain 80% or above average throughout academy (prefer 90%).
• Participate in and satisfactorily complete the physical training program, firearms training, defensive tactics program, practical problem solving and academic blocks of instruction.
• Complies with assignments, policies, procedures, directives and instructions given by the Director of Collin College Law Enforcement Academy or the Law Enforcement Academy staff.
• Adhere to rules and regulations of Collin College, Collin College Police Department General Orders, and any other rules and regulations applicable to state law.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Must be 21 years or older

Must be a United States citizen or eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship

Honorable discharge if prior Military experience

Pass Extensive Medical Screen/ Drug Testing/ Psychological Exam/Polygraph Exam/Background Investigation

Twelve (12) earned hours from an accredited college or university

Job description

Collin College in McKinney, Texas invites applications for a Police Cadet to prepare for careers as a Peace Officer with the Collin College Police Department. Cadets attend and complete the Law Enforcement Academy, qualifying for commission, while fulfilling academic and physical training requirements conducted by the academy.

The role emphasizes integrity, leadership, and accountability to students and employees.