Sheriff's Office Cadet
Listed on 2026-10-18
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Law/Legal
Police Officer
Burnet County Sheriff’s Office Sheriff’s Office Cadet
– Job Description Classification:
Entry-Level
Summary
A BCSO Cadet is a Burnet County Sheriff’s Office member who has been hired and sponsored to attend a TCOLE-approved law enforcement academy or is currently attending such an academy. To qualify, the applicant must be able to gain entrance into the academy, meet all relevant requirements, and be at least twenty-one (21) years of age by the time of academy graduation.
Full probationary Deputy Sheriff employment is conditional and contingent upon successful completion of the academy and passing the TCOLE licensing examination. This position involves entry-level law enforcement work under close supervision, with minimal latitude for the use of independent judgment.
- Completion of Human Resources online application
- Completion of Personal History Statement and Background Documents
- All applicants will have to take the physical fitness test prior to being accepted into the academy. This test consists of rowing 2,000 meters for time on a Concept II rowing machine. The VO2 max percentage to enter the academy is 25 percent. The required time to complete this test is based on the applicants age, weight and sex. See attached file in order to determine what time you have to complete this test.
- See page 5 for rowing test calculator instructions
Additional instructions on how to submit these documents will be provided during the application process. Once all required forms are received, A preliminary background check will be conducted, and you will be notified if you are selected to continue to the written test, physical test and oral board interview.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities- Maintain academic viability in the approved law enforcement academy as required.
- Report to assigned personnel within the Burnet County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) regularly regarding academy status, events, equipment needs, or other requirements to remain in good standing as a cadet.
- Adhere to all BCSO and Burnet County personnel standards and policies.
- Follow all conduct rules and regulations as required by the academy, Burnet County, and the BCSO.
- Attend all classes, training activities, demonstrations, or other events listed in the academy schedule unless excused by the Academy Director or authorized BCSO staff.
- Maintain professional bearing and posture while at the academy, as you represent the Burnet County Sheriff’s Office.
- Meet or exceed the minimum physical fitness curriculum as established by the academy.
- Report any injury or condition that may impair your ability to remain in compliance with academy and BCSO requirements.
- During any normal work week in which the academy is not in session, the cadet may be assigned duties at the BCSO as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Must have a high school diploma or GED.
- Valid Driver’s License
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain a satisfactory driving record.
Must meet all eligibility requirements for TCOLE licensure as defined by 37 Texas Administrative Code §217.1.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities- Physical & Psychological Exams
- Must pass a full agility exam, TCOLE-required medical exam, TCOLE-required psychological exam, and have normal (or corrected) speech, vision, and hearing.
- Knowledge for Law Enforcement
- Must be able to develop and demonstrate all knowledge, skills, and abilities required for a uniformed peace officer after completing the academy and passing the…
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