Police Officer Trainee,Non-Certified Job Victoria area,Texas USA,Government

All Police Department applicants are required to fill out their complete work history on the application.

Personal Information and History Packet
Written Examination
Physical Ability Course
Oral Review Board
Submit all additional required documentation as described on the Document Checklist for Police Positions on page 4 of the Personal Information and History Packet.

Important… Care should be given to make sure that you meet the minimum standards set forth in the Personal Information and History Packet. Those that do not meet the minimum standards will not be allowed to complete the process and be considered for employment. Information will be provided to applicants concerning the dates, times and locations for any exams after all applications have been received.

Applicants

will be disqualified for:

Failure to meet established deadlines
Not meeting the minimum standards as set out by the City of Victoria
Refusal or failure to provide requested documents
Willful deceit and/or furnishing false or misleading information in the application, Personal Information and History Packet, or other application process
Failure to complete the entire online application or Personal Information and History Packet

Police Officer Trainee (Non-Certified) is responsible for receiving Victoria Police Department pre-academy training and Police Academy training and completing qualifications to obtain a peace officer certification through the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE).

Attends pre-academy training activities and receives and demonstrates understanding of classroom and field instruction in report writing, geographical comprehension, and department policies.

Maintains or exceeds passing score (75%) in all areas reviewed during the pre-academy training.

Attends Police Academy and other police training activities to receive classroom and field instruction in basic police methods, laws, policies, and ordinances.

Attends Academy regularly and arrives on time.

Maintains passing score (75%) in all subjects of instruction while attending the Police Academy.

Meets or exceeds minimum physical fitness curriculum before and while attending the Police Academy.

Reports deficiency or difficulties in meeting minimum set standards of the Police Academy to the Training Unit in a timely manner.

When the Police Academy is not in session reports to work at the VPD Training Unit for assignment.

Performs duties according to the City and departmental safety rules and policies.

Performs all other job related duties as assigned or as become apparent.

Ability to get along with other employees and the public.

Police Officer Trainee (Non-Certified) will be exposed to physical stress and exertion in the Police Academy. Police Officer Trainee (Non-Certified) will be exposed to possibly dangerous criminals on an ongoing basis after completion of the Academy. Cadet must work in seasonal temperatures and may be exposed to potentially hazardous chemicals and diseases. Sufficient physical ability and stamina to bend, run, lift and crawl into small spaces and to restrain suspects.

May ride patrol in either a patrol vehicle, bicycle, or on a motorcycle. Must be able to safely operate a motor vehicle at high speeds during emergencies. Ability to lift 35-40 pounds frequently, up to 70 pounds occasionally, and to pull or drag up to 150 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, co-peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Knowledge,

Abilities and

Skills:

Ability to read and interpret assignments, policies, ordinances, state laws, reports, and updates regarding criminal activity. Ability to communicate knowledge and ideas in a clear and concise manner both verbally and in written form. Ability to obtain skill in the use of firearms and other related law enforcement equipment. Knowledge of computers and typing skills.

Minimum Education , Experience and Certification:

Twenty-one (21) years of age or over. High school diploma; OR, GED. Able to successfully meet the admission requirements for the Police Academy, including the minimum physical ability entrance requirements. Successful completion of the Victoria Police Department hiring process. Possession of a valid Texas driver’s license with driving record that meets City guidelines.

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