Police Officer in Training (Must be a current Certified Texas Peace Officer)

Job Title

Police Officer in Training (Must be a current Certified Texas Peace Officer)

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

University Police

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting 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 are

Thank 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 172 authorized positions including 88 state certified Police Officers, 58 Security Officers, 13 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:  https://upd.tamu.edu

What we want

The Police Officer in Training is responsible for the public safety by maintaining order, responding to emergencies, protecting people and property, enforcing motor vehicle and criminal laws, and promoting good community relations. This position follows a career path leading to specialization in Police Patrol and the opportunity to promote to Police Officer. If this job description sounds interesting to you, we invite you to apply to be considered for this opportunity.

What you need to know

The pay for this position is $29.95/hour.

You must be Certified as a Police Officer by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE).

You may be required to work weekends, holidays and hours other than Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm.

Notification 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. Qualified applicants will be emailed further instructions and a Personal History Statement to complete prior to testing.  Applicants will be notified of the testing date once this posting is closed and a testing date is scheduled.  If you have any questions, please contact Lieutenant Mark Hartman, [email protected],  9794581458.

Required Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED.

• Two years of full-time employment experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Registrations, Certifications, and Licenses:

• 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

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

• Ability to communicate effectively with all segments of the campus population.

• Ability to function under adverse and stressful conditions.

• Strong interpersonal skills.

Other Requirements:

• Meet minimum licensing standard requirements as required by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) 

• Must be in excellent physical health and stamina

• May be required to work weekends, holidays and hours other than Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm. 

• May require out of town travel

• 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

​Preferred Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree.

• Previous experience in a college or university environment and experience dealing with the public.

​Responsibilities:

• Patrol specific area on foot or motorized conveyance, responding promptly to calls for assistance. Monitor, note, report, and investigate suspicious persons and situations, safety hazards, and unusual or illegal activity in patrol area.

• Record facts to prepare reports that document incident and activities.

• Issue citations or warnings to violators of motor vehicle laws.

• Identify, pursue, and arrest suspect and perpetrators of criminal acts. (May require heavy lifting.)

• Review facts of incidents to determine if criminal act or statute violations were involved.

• Investigate traffic accidents and other accidents to determine causes and to determine if a crime has been committed. (May require heavy lifting.)

• Process prisoners, and prepare and maintain records of prisoner bookings. (May require heavy lifting.)

• Testify in court to present evidence or act as a witness in traffic or criminal cases.

• Inform citizens of community services and recommend options to facilitate long-term problem resolution.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

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.