Police Officer Cadet (Non-certified)

At the City of Richmond, we work diligently and collectively as one organization to continue Richmond's legacy of being a wonderful community for employees, citizens, and visitors to work, play, and live. The Police Department is currently recruiting for "Police Officer Cadet (Non-certified)."

SUMMARY OF DUTIES :

A cadet position, the incumbent will remain in this position until the successful completion of a "Police Academy" and attainment of the TCOLE Police Officer Basic Certification. At that time, the incumbent will move the Police Officer (P-1) Rank.

• In accordance with City Policy, the Introductory Period will begin following the successful completion of the academy and attainment of TCOLE Certification, and it will last for a period of one year.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Formal Education :

High School Diploma or GED.

Training (License and / or Certification) :

Must be able to be licensed as a peace officer in the state of Texas.

Must possess a current valid Texas driver's license.

Other Requirements :

Application :

Application : Qualified applicants may view the full job description below and complete a job application online. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of the completed application. If your application is incomplete or does not clearly show the experience and or training required, your application may not be accepted. Offers of employment are contingent upon the results of a pre-employment controlled substance screening, physicians l examination, and background check, which will include a criminal history report, driver's license verification, education verification, State fingerprint screening, and / or credit history check.

Equal Opportunity Employer, Drug-Free Workplace

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION :

Recruitment / Selection Process :

Step 1 : Complete and Submit Part I online application.

Applications must be received by 5 : 00 PM on Monday, March 17, 2025. Qualified candidates will be notified by e-mail that they are eligible to test. Application may be obtained on the City of Richmond website

Step 2 : Complete and Submit Part II of the application (Personal History Statement (TCOLE)

Applicants will prepare all required documentation needed to accompany part II of the application (Personal History Statement (TCOLE) and submit them to Lieutenant Lowell Neinast at the conclusion of the Written Test.

Step 3 : Written Exam (Applicants will be notified of the next testing date)

Report on the date, time, and location for the written Exam. (No late entry to testing location) Passing score is 70% or higher.

Upon successfully completing the written test, the applicant will meet with Lieutenant Lowell Neinast to review Part I and Part II of the application (Personal History Statement (TCOLE) and submit all required documentation.

Step 4 : Oral Interview Board (Applicants will be notified of the date and time for the oral interview)

Final Steps : Background Investigation, Chief Interview, Conditional Job Offer, Psychological Examination, pre-employment physical, controlled substance screening, another testing as required by the police academy,

Candidates who pass all the above will receive a final job offer. Candidates should be aware that sensitive or confidential aspects of their personal lives will be explored.

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