Police Cadet
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Job TitlePolice CadetAgencyTexas A&M UniversityDepartmentUniversity PoliceProposed Minimum SalaryCommensurateJob LocationCollege Station, TexasJob TypeStaffJob DescriptionOur CommitmentTexas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment bypromoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.Who we areThank you for your interest in the Texas A&M University Police Department (UPD). We strive to educate and train our personnel to develop well-rounded individuals to represent the department in a professional manner, while providing the highest quality service to the community we serve. The Bryan, College Station and Texas A&M University community is a great place to live and work. We offer a meaningful and rewarding career to all of our employees, while providing education and wellness incentives, along with a generous retirement and benefit package. UPD has 162 authorized positions including 78 state certified Police Officers, 56 Security Officers, 15 Communications Officers, 8 administrative support personnel, and 5 Records Technicians. The department maintains a fully staffed investigations division, a crime prevention unit, a recruiting unit, a training division, a victim advocate, and an Emergency Communications Center.Please visit us at: we wantThe Police Cadet attends a basic police training program conducted by the Texas Engineering Extension Service Law Enforcement Training Division and includes one week of departmental orientation. If this job description sounds interesting to you, we invite you to apply to be considered for this opportunity.What you need to knowStarting hourly rate: $30.11 per hourThe elements of the selection process are: online application, Personal History Statement, initial interview, written exam, records check, background investigation, polygraph exam, oral interview, Chief's panel, medical exam, drug screen, psychological exam, fingerprint check, and final selection. The expected duration of the selection process is 90-120 days. Applicants that are not selected for hire may re-apply for the next available posted position.QualificationsRequired Education and Experience:* High School diploma or GED.* Two years of full-time employment experience or military service, or equivalent combination of education and experience.Required Licenses:* Upon employment, applicant must complete the basic police academy and pass the required State of Texas police licensing exam.* Must have a State of Texas class C vehicle operator's license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:* Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate effectively with all segments of the campus population.* Ability to function under adverse and stressful conditions.* Requires ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.* Applicant must pass an entrance exam to be considered for employment.* Must be in excellent physical health and stamina.Other Requirements or Other Factors:* Applicant must pass an entrance exam to be considered for employment.* Applicant must be able to pass a polygraph.* 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.Preferred Education and Experience:* Bachelor's degree.* Previous experience in a college or university environment and experience dealing with the public.Responsibilities:* Training and Orientation - Attends a basic police training program and a Texas A&M University Police Department orientation course, which requires operating a university vehicle.* Classroom Instruction and Exercises - Participates in intensive classroom instruction programs and practical exercises. Performs other duties as assigned.Reminder to Applicants: The elements of the selection process are: online application, Personal History Statement, initial interview, written exam, records check, background investigation, polygraph exam, oral interview, Chief's panel, medical exam, drug screen, psychological exam, fingerprint check, and final selection. The expected duration of the selection process is 90-120 days. Applicants that are not selected for hire may re-apply for the next available posted position. Applicants will be emailed further instructions and a Personal History Statement to complete prior to testing. Upon completion of the Personal History Statement, applicants will be provided the times and dates that the written exam will be administered. Testing will be conducted at the University Police Department, 1111 Research Parkway, College Station, Tx. If you have any questions or need to discuss an alternative testing date, please contact the Hiring Lieutenant at 979-###-#### or ...@tamu.edu.Why Texas A&M University?We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.* Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums* 12-15 days of annual paid holidays* Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month* Automatically enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas* Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time* Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more* Employee Tuition Assistance and Educational Release time for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employeeInstructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.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.Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.