Police Cadet

Job Title

Police Cadet – Texas A&M University Department of University Police, College Station, Texas.

Starting hourly rate: $30.11 per hour.

Respect
, Excellence
, Leadership
, Loyalty
, Integrity
, Self‑less Service
.

• Attend a basic police training program conducted by the Texas Engineering Extension Service Law Enforcement Training Division and one week of departmental orientation.
• Participate in intensive classroom instruction and practical exercises, including operating a university vehicle.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two years of full‑time employment experience or military service, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Upon employment, complete the basic police academy and pass the Texas State police licensing exam.
• State of Texas class “C” driver’s license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work under stressful conditions and multitask.
• Pass entrance exam, polygraph, psychological evaluation, physical examination, and a comprehensive background investigation (driving, criminal, and credit history).

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience in a college or university environment dealing with the public.
• Previous police or security experience.

• Health, dental, vision, life, and long‑term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributions.
• 12–15 days of paid holidays annually.
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation per month.
• Enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
• Free exercise programs and release time.
• Professional development: free Linked In Learning, webinars, and conference/workshop support.
• Tuition assistance and educational release time to complete a degree while a Texas A&M employee.

Equal Opportunity/Veteran/Disability Employer. Texas A&M University is an equal‑opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination.