Cadet

Lubbock

40111BR

Texas Tech Police Department

Position Description

Must be accepted to the Basic Peace Officer Training Academy which includes instruction and training mandated by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement. A cadet must attend scheduled classes and actively participate in programs of instruction. Duties involve timely completion of assignments, participating in classroom projects and discussions, and receive hands on training in various skills needed by entry level police officers. The Cadet is expected to make passing grades during the program and upon successful completion of the academy, obtain a Basic Peace Officer license from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement.

About the University

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

Major/Essential Functions

• Attend and satisfactorily complete the South Plains College Law Enforcement Police academy within a twelve-month period.
• Attend police academy classes and participate in training and programs of instruction which are designed to qualify the employee for Basic Peace Officer Certification through the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement.
• Participate in classroom discussions and group projects.
• Develop skill and proficiency in the use and care of firearms.
• Develop knowledge in the operation of two-way radios.
• Develop knowledge and proficiency in the interpretation of Federal, State and Local laws and ordinances.
• Participate in the defensive tactics training in order to learn proper techniques.
• Participate and maintain the physical agility required by the South Plains College Law Enforcement Academy.

Required Qualifications

• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Possess a college-level associate degree, if younger than 21.
• Have no convictions for a Class A misdemeanor or felony offense.
• Have no convictions for a Class B misdemeanor offense in the past 10 years.
• Possess good mental and physical health.
• Possess a valid Texas driver's license
• Be a U.S. citizen

Preferred Qualifications

Thirty (30) semester college hours from an accredited college or university; OR fifteen (15) semester college hours from an accredited college or university plus one (1) year continuous service with the Texas Tech Police Department.

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Occasional Duties

May perform other duties as assigned.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Hourly

Minimum Hire Rate

17.77

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

Travel Required

None

Shift

Other

Schedule Details

Academy Schedule

Grant Funded?

No

Job Group

Police/Fire

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.