Title: Police Officer Recruit

Department: DT Police Department

Campus Location: Northwest Campus

Employee Classification: POL - Police Department

Position Type: FT - Regular

Grant Funded: No 

Compensation Details:  Starting Pay - $51,107

Work Hours: Varies based on department needs

Remote Eligible: This position is not eligible for remote work

Special Instructions to Applicant:

Job Summary:

The Police Officer Recruit is a transitional role that is expected to attend and successfully complete Police Academy as well as pass the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) exam in preparation to qualify for commissioning as a peace officer for the Tarrant County College District (TCCD). This position is responsible for successfully meeting the academic, psychological, and physical training requirements of the Police Academy, with the objective of transitioning into a Police Officer role once all requirements are met, typically within one year of hire.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Performance Requirements*
Uses interpersonal skills, thinking, and reasoning to make sound judgments when deciding how duties and responsibilities are completed
Attends Police Academy training, which includes physical fitness training, successfully completing all exercises and examinations, and adhering to all rules and regulations of the Police Academy
Performs on-the-job training by working assigned, rotating shifts to complete security patrols, traffic control, investigations, arresting persons involved in crimes or misconduct, and render first aid
Complies with assignments, policies, procedures, and directives given during on-the-job training; carries out duties in conformance with Federal, State, and local laws or ordinances, and College District policies and procedures
Under supervision, works on rotating shifts performing security patrols, traffic control, investigation and first aid at accidents, detection, investigation, and arrest of persons involved in crimes or misconduct
Works an assigned shift using own judgment in deciding course of action being expected to handle difficult and emergency situations, as guided by Field Training Officer (FTO)
Maintains normal availability by radio or telephone for consultation with supervisors or other Police staff; responds to emergency radio calls and requests ambulances and other law enforcement or emergency agencies when necessary
Maintains contact with supervisory personnel to coordinate investigation activities and provide assistance during emergency situations

Service Excellence
Attends the workplace regularly, reports to work punctually, and follows a work schedule to keep up with the demands of the worksite
Completes all required training and professional development sessions sponsored through Tarrant County College (TCC)
Supports the mission, values, goals, and principles of the College

*Performs Other Related Tasks as Required

The duties listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

At least 21 years old at time of required training completion

United States citizen or per 88th leg., R.S., Ch. 1049 (S.B. 252) Sec. 3, a Legal Permanent Resident of the United States who:

a. Is an honorably discharged veteran of the armed forces of the United States with at least 2 two years of service before discharge; and
b. Presents evidence satisfactory to the commission (TCOLE) that the person has applied for United States citizenship

High school diploma or GED

Within a timeframe set by the Chief of Police, typically within one year of hire, to transition into the Police Officer role after completing:

• The Police Academy
• The TCC Police Department Field Training Program
• Any level of Peace Officer Proficiency Certification from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE)

Valid Texas Driver's License

Employment is contingent upon a candidate's successful criminal background investigation results that provide no evidence of the following:

a. Felony convictions
b. Class B misdemeanor convictions or court-ordered community supervision or probation for any criminal offences above the grade of class B within the last ten (10) years
c. Convictions, probations, or deferred dispositions for family violence
d. DWI/DUI convictions within the last ten (10) years

Preferred Qualifications:

Associate's degree in Criminal Justice, Business Management, or related field
At least one (1) year's working experience working at a college or university related to the Essential Performance Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of modern law enforcement principles, procedures, techniques, equipment, applicable laws, ordinances, and department rules and regulations
Skilled in excellent customer service and interpersonal relationships including strong listening, verbal, and written communication
Skilled in the operation of all equipment utilized by the Police Department necessary to perform assigned tasks
Skilled in using computer applications and enterprise systems, including the Microsoft Office suite
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment either individually or as part of a team
Ability to think critically to effectively solve and communicate problems in a fast-paced environment where the demands for work are varied and unpredictable in scope and volume
Ability to assess situations and provide sound recommendations based on policy, procedure, practice, and existing regulations while exhibiting a strong attention to detail and organization
Ability to maintain a high level of diplomacy and tact, ensuring confidentiality and discretion
Ability to learn District geography, including all campuses, routes, buildings, and facilities as well as adjacent city roads and highways, buildings, landmarks, waterways, and boundaries
Ability to meet the Police Department's psychological and physical standards

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and climb or balance. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Accommodation/EEO Statement:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.