Police Officer in Training

Texas A; Laredo (TX); Presencial; USD 29.000 - 41.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Texas A&M International University's University Police Department in Laredo, TX seeks a Police Officer in Training. Under supervision you will receive classroom instruction and on-the-job training while preparing for certification.

You will participate in field training, observe experienced officers, learn campus policies, and become proficient with police vehicles and equipment. This role is a staff position with entry-level responsibilities.

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of full-time employment experience.
• Ability to meet licensing and background checks.

Responsabilidades

• Attends a field training program sponsored by the University Police Department.
• Observes and assists qualified police officers in the performance of routine police activities.
• Studies and becomes familiar with Texas A&M University and University Police Department policies and procedures.
• Learns layout of Texas A&M University campus including buildings, streets, major departments, etc.

Conocimientos

Multitask

Communication

Work under pressure

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

Police Officer in Training

Job Title: Police Officer in Training

Agency: Texas A&M International University

Department: University Police Department

Proposed Minimum Salary: Commensurate

Job Location: Laredo, Texas

Job Type: Staff

Job Description

The Police Officer in Training, under supervision, receives classroom instruction and on-the-job training in the Texas A&M University Police Department.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Attends a field training program sponsored by the University Police Department.
• Observes and assists qualified police officers in the performance of routine police activities.
• Studies and becomes familiar with Texas A&M University and University Police Department policies and procedures.
• Learns layout of Texas A&M University campus including buildings, streets, major departments, etc.
• Becomes proficient in the use of police vehicles and equipment, which requires operating a vehicle.

This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Education - High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience - Two years of full-time employment.

Knowledge and Abilities

Ability to:

• Multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Communicate effectively with all segments of the campus population.
• Function under adverse and stressful conditions.

Preferred Knowledge and Abilities

• TCOLE Instructor certified.
• TCOLE Field Training Officer certified.

Licensing / Professional Certification

• Certified as a Police Officer by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE).
• Must have a State of Texas class "C" vehicle operator's license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.

Physical Requirements

Must be in excellent physical health and stamina. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Supervision of Others

• This position generally does not supervise employees.

Other Requirements

• All system university police recruits will be required to meet minimum licensing standard requirements as required by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) § 217.1.
• Work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends.
• Successful completion of field training program.
• Applicant must pass an entrance exam to be considered for employment. 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.

Salary: $25.19/hour

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.