Police Officer Trainee
Company: Dallas College
Location: Dallas
Posted on: April 16, 2024
Job Description:
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Candidate Home page.Weekly Work Hours40Compensation
RangeD02-HourlyHourly Rate$22.09 HourlyFLSAUnited States of America
(Non-Exempt)Position TypeStaffPosition SummaryPolice officer
trainee is a full-time, non-sworn, temporary classification
intended to prepare individuals to become sworn police officers.
This position, under direct or general supervision, performs a
variety of non-sworn law enforcement duties and attends a
formalized education program in preparation for employment as a
police officer.Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- General knowledge of modern law enforcement practices,
procedures, and investigative techniques, as well as having
knowledge of local, state, and federal laws relative to civil and
criminal processes and procedures or the aptitude to learn criminal
justice principles.
- General knowledge of firearms handling and other law
enforcement equipment, as well as being able to exercise sound
judgment in emergency and routine situations and to adopt quick,
effective, and reasonable courses of action.
- Requires the ability to apply principles of logical thinking to
define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid and
coherent conclusions.
- Requires the ability to understand and respond to critical
situations and establish methods to resolve such situations.
- Able to prepare clear and concise reports; communicate
effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to exercise tact and firmness when in contact with the
general public.
- Able to maintain high standards while exercising duties and
responsibilities.
- Must be able to work independently and in a team
environment.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with
individuals contacted in the course of duty and work within the law
enforcement structure.
- Able to maintain high standards of ethics and confidentiality
in the course of preforming job duties.
- Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to
explain procedures, to follow oral and written instructions.
- Accepts accountability for meeting assigned responsibilities in
the technical, human, and conceptual areas.
- Must have excellent interpersonal, presentation, oral and
written communication skills in order to effectively interact
individuals.
- Must be adaptable to performing under stress when confronted
with emergency situations.Key Responsibilities
- Upon completion of police academy, patrol's campus/location
either on foot or in an official vehicle to answer complaint calls,
investigate disturbances, accidents and/or criminal activity.
- Prepares files and records associated with a variety of
investigations, as well as testifying in a court of law, if
applicable.
- Plans and organizes daily work routine. Establishes priorities
for the completion of work in accordance with sound time-management
methodology.
- Attends meetings, planning sessions and discussions, on time
and as directed.
- Develops and maintains working relationships with co-workers,
students, faculty, staff and other stakeholders and constituents
internal/external to the Dallas College network community.
- Uses tact and diplomacy to effectively handle requests,
suggestions, and complaints internal or external to the Dallas
College network.
- Recognizes and emphasizes the importance of maintaining a
positive image within the district and surrounding area.
- Identifies or assists in identifying alternative solutions to
problems or situations, implementing decisions in accordance with
prescribed and effective policies and procedures and with a minimum
of errors.
- Collects evidence, writes preliminary reports on each case
after initial investigation; prepares supplemental reports as
necessary.
- Interacts with the public with courtesy and tact.
- Exercises self-control and good judgement in
emergency/hazardous situations.
- Uses appropriate safety principles and techniques.
- Performs other duties as assigned.Physical RequirementsPhysical
capability to effectively use and operate various items of office
related equipment, such as, but not limited to, computers,
calculator, copier, and fax machine. Some crawling, reaching,
handling, sitting, standing, pushing, bending, and pulling.
Physical capability to run, walk, and climb over rough and
unfamiliar terrain, fences, and other obstacles for extended
periods of time. Operate motor vehicle for long periods of time.
Control person resisting arrests; to move a disabled or combative
individual. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals
with physical challenges to perform the essential duties and
responsibilities. Must be able to wear a standard issued duty belt
with all applicable equipment.Minimum Qualifications
- Associate's degree or the ability to complete an Associate's
degree within six (6) months of hire.
- Psychological testing, freedom from drug dependency testing,
and a physical (medical) will be conducted as a condition of
employment.
- Works shifts, as assigned, including nights, weekends, and
holidays.
- Trainee may be assigned to various campuses/locations
throughout the Dallas College Police Department.
- Must successfully complete a certified Basic Law Enforcement
course as prescribed by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement
(TCOLE) and associated field training within one year of
employment.
- Must have a current and valid Texas driver's license.
- Official transcripts and licenses will be required.***Will be
subject to a criminal background. Some positions may be subject to
a fingerprint check. ***The intent of this job description is to
provide a representative summary of the major duties and
responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job and shall not
be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties
and responsibilities of any particular position. Incumbents may be
directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically
presented in this description. Position requires regular and
predictable attendance.Dallas College is part of an equal
opportunity system that provides education and employment
opportunities without discrimination on the basis of race, color,
religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual
orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Dallas College
complies with the Americans with Disabilities and Veterans
Act.Applications DeadlineApril 30, 2024
Keywords: Dallas College, Irving , Police Officer Trainee, Other , Dallas, Texas
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