Police Cadet

Job Title:

Police Cadet Agency Prairie View A&M University Department University Police

Proposed Minimum Salary:
Commensurate

Job Location:

Prairie View, Texas

Job Type: Staff

Important Immigration information: A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Texas A&M University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University subject to this fee.

In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate.

The Prairie View A&M University Police Cadet Program is designed to recruit, develop, and prepare highly qualified individuals for a career in law enforcement within the Prairie View A&M University Police Department. Cadets will receive structured training, mentorship, and practical experience in campus policing while developing the knowledge, skills, and professional competencies necessary to become successful Texas Peace Officers. The program serves as a career pathway to the position of Police Officer (In Training) and supports the department's commitment to professionalism, community engagement, and public safety.

This Evergreen position will be used to hire multiple candidates for this role.

• Successfully complete the assigned Police Academy program while demonstrating professionalism, discipline, integrity, and compliance with all Academy rules and regulations.
• Complete departmental training assignments and professional development activities.
• Observe police investigations and operational procedures for educational purposes.
• Participate in emergency preparedness training and exercises.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two years of full-time experience.

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

• Upon employment, applicant must complete the basic police academy and pass the required State of Texas police licensing exam.
• Must have a State of Texas class 'C' vehicle operator's license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.

• Military service with an honorable discharge.
• Previous experience in public safety, security, customer service, or emergency response.

• Must be in excellent physical health and stamina.
• Must be 21 years of age at time of employment.
• 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.
• 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.

• Must successfully complete a Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE)-approved Basic Peace Officer Academy.
• Upon successful completion of the academy and all departmental requirements, will be appointed to the position of Police Officer I.

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