Police Cadet Sponsorship

City of Angleton Police Department Paid Cadet Program

Applicants must be authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship.

The City of Angleton Police Department is excited to announce the launch of its Police Cadet Sponsorship Program
, providing qualified candidates with an opportunity to pursue a career in law enforcement while gaining valuable experience and training.

The Cadet Program is governed by the requirements and guidelines established in the Cadet Sponsorship Program
.

Interested candidates are encouraged to review the program guidelines carefully and ensure they meet all eligibility requirements before applying.

Minimum Testing Requirements for Cadet Selection Include

Candidates must successfully complete a Physical Agility Test, consisting of the following:

• 1.5-Mile Run:
  Complete within 17 minutes and 15 seconds
• Push-Ups:
  Complete 25 repetitions within 60 seconds
• Sit-Ups:
  Complete 30 repetitions within 60 seconds

Candidates must also successfully complete a Vocabulary and Literacy Test as part of the selection process.

Applications will be reviewed in accordance with the requirements and selection procedures outlined in the attached Cadet Sponsorship Program
.

This is an excellent opportunity for those interested in serving the community and pursuing a rewarding career with the City of Angleton Police Department
.

The Angleton Police Department is seeking motivated, disciplined, and community-minded individuals for the position of Police Cadet.

The Police Cadet position is designed for individuals pursuing a career as a Texas peace officer who are not yet licensed. The primary responsibility of the Police Cadet is to successfully attend, participate in, and graduate from a Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE)-approved Basic Peace Officer Academy.

This is more than an entry-level position—it is the first step toward becoming a Police Officer with the Angleton Police Department.

Selected candidates will be expected to demonstrate the dedication, professionalism, academic performance, physical fitness, discipline, and personal conduct necessary to successfully complete a police academy and meet the standards required for a future career in law enforcement.

Under the direction of the Angleton Police Department, the Police Cadet will be assigned to attend a TCOLE-approved Basic Peace Officer Academy chosen by the City of Angleton Police Chief.

The Police Cadet’s primary objective is to successfully complete all academy requirements and obtain a Texas Peace Officer License through TCOLE.

The Cadet will be expected to:

• Attend all required academy classes and training.
• Maintain satisfactory academic performance.
• Successfully complete all required written examinations.
• Successfully complete required physical training and skills testing.
• Successfully complete firearms training and qualification requirements.
• Successfully complete defensive tactics training.
• Successfully complete driving and emergency vehicle operations training.
• Successfully complete practical skills examinations.
• Maintain satisfactory attendance and punctuality.
• Follow all academy rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Follow all lawful instructions from academy instructors and the Angleton Police Department personnel.
• Maintain the professional standards expected of a future Angleton Police Officer.
• Successfully graduate from the academy.
• Successfully obtain the required TCOLE peace officer license.
• Upon successful completion of the academy and licensing requirements, successfully complete the Angleton Police Department’s required field training and evaluation process.

The Police Cadet's primary responsibility is to successfully complete the police academy.

Such responsibilities include: