Police Officer in Training

Texas A&M International; Laredo (TX); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M International University, located in Laredo, Texas, invites applications for Police Officer in Training within the University Police Department. The role provides classroom instruction and on-the-job training, with field-training and progression toward licensed police officer status under the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE).

Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and two years of full-time employment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of full-time employment experience required.
• Ability to multitask and communicate effectively with diverse campus populations.
• Function well under adverse and stressful conditions.

Responsibilities

• Attend field training program sponsored by University Police Department.
• Observe and assist qualified police officers in routine activities.
• Study campus policies and procedures.
• Learn campus layout, buildings, and major departments.
• Become proficient in the use of police vehicles and equipment.

Skills

Multitasking

Communication

Stress tolerance

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Police vehicles

Police equipment

Job description

**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****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.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****INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT:** During the application process you have only one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. **You will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once you “Submit” the application materials**. The software does not allow you to “Save” your application and return to complete the process at a later time. The page *\"My Experience*\" has an area provided under Resume/CV to drop or upload files. Be sure to include:* Resume* Cover Letter* Three to five professional references, including complete contact information (phone number and/or email address)* Unofficial transcripts (if applicable)All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.