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.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
To apply, visit https://tamus.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/TAMIU_External/job/Laredo-TX/Police-Officer-in-Training_R-097048
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