Police Officer Trainee
Texas State University

Job Info

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Posting Number:

2024471

Posting/Functional Title:

Police Officer Trainee

University Pay Plan Title:

Police Officer

Location:

San Marcos

Department:

University Police

Recruitment Type:

Open to All

Job Type:

Full-Time

Funding Source:

Permanent

Monthly Salary:

$3,834.00

Job Category :

Non-Exempt

Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.:

• Must possess a high school diploma / GED.
• Meet the requirements to attend a Texas Peace Officer's Licensing
• Academy or Currently be enrolled in a Texas Peace Officer Licensing Academy

Preferred Qualifications:

• 60 College Credit Hours / Associates Degree.
• Bachelor's Degree.
• Previous work experience in university policing.

Job Description:

Texas State University Police Officers play a vital crime prevention role on campus. Campus Police Officers responsibilities go beyond the traditional law enforcement role including such tasks as supporting, counseling, and mentoring our students. Our delivery of police services is consistent with the President's Task Force On 21st Century Policing, Ultimately, UPD supports the Texas State University goal of promoting the success of all students.

Job Duties:

• Complete the hiring, selection process and be offered employment with the Texas State University Police Department as a Police Officer Trainee.
• Complete the selection/enrollment requirements to be admitted into a Texas Peace Officer Licensing Academy.
• Complete a Texas Peace Officer Licensing Academy within one year of being hired by Texas State University Police Department.
• Upon completion of a Texas Peace Officer Licensing Academy, successfully Pass the Texas Peace Officer's examination within three attempts at taking the test.
• Upon passing the Texas Peace Officer Licensing examination and being commissioned as a Texas Peace Officer, Perform all the duties of Texas Peace Officer as outlined under the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Article 2.13.

Additional Information to Applicants:

You will be required to complete a Personal History Statement as part of the hiring process.

Job Open Date:

04/18/2024

Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight):

05/10/2024

Open Until Filled:

No

Normal Work Days:

Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Normal Work Hours Start:

Rotating Shifts

Normal Work Hours End:

Rotating Shifts

Posting Notices:

Applicant must have a valid Texas Driver's License and be a driver in good standing with less than ten (10) points deducted for driving infractions as determined by the employer driving standards system., Applicant must pass the physical skills assessment relevant to the job posting title requirements., Applicant must pass the drug and alcohol test relevant to the job posting title requirements., You will be required to electronically attach a resume and cover letter to your application.

Legal and Required Notices:

Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Why work @ Texas State? :

* Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
* Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
* Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
* Great training and development opportunities: choose from a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs.
* An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
* Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions


By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you'll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.

Quick Link:

https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/46376

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