Police Officer in Training

Texas A&M University; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 61,303,000 - 83,069,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M International University Police Department seeks a Police Officer in Training who will receive classroom instruction and on-the-job training under supervision. The role includes a field training program and exposure to routine police activities on campus.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and two years of full-time employment. Certification and licensing requirements apply, with a focus on TCOLE credentials and a Texas driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, plus two years of full-time employment.
• Pass entrance exam, background, physical and psychological evaluations.

Responsibilities

• Attend a field training program sponsored by the University Police Department.
• Observe and assist qualified officers in routine police activities.
• Study and become familiar with Texas A&M University and University Police Department policies and procedures.
• Learn campus layout including buildings, streets and departments.
• Become proficient in police vehicle and equipment operation.

Skills

Two years of work experience

Ability to learn on-the-job

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

TCOLE Instructor certified

TCOLE Field Training Officer certified

Texas Class C license

Job description

Job Summary

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.

Minimum Requirements

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

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

Salary: $25.19/hour

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) is an international university, poised at the Gateway to Mexico and serving as the cultural and intellectual hub of a vibrant multilingual and multicultural community. TAMIU provides over 9000 students with a learning environment anchored by the highest quality programs, built on a solid academic foundation in the arts and sciences. To fulfill its mission, the University offers a range of baccalaureate and masters programs and the Doctor of Philosophy degrees in International Business and Criminal Justice. Programs focus on developing undergraduate and graduate offerings with a progressive international agenda for global study and understanding across all disciplines. TAMIU prepares students for leadership roles in an increasingly complex, culturally diverse state, national, and global society. Through instruction, faculty and student research, and public service, TAMIU improves the quality of lives for citizens of the border region, the State of Texas, and national and international communities. Texas A&M International University is an Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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