What are the responsibilities and job description for the DEPUTY SHERIFF CADET (DETENTION OFFICER) - Sheriff's Office position at Tarrant County?
Summary
Cadets receive academic and on the job training to achieve the required entry-level proficiency to perform basic law enforcement services. Cadets must complete a Basic Peace Officer academy (824 hours – 20.5 weeks) and pass the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Basic Peace Officer licensing examination. Cadets successfully completing the Basic Peace Officer academy and passing the TCOLE licensing exam are eligible for promotion / selection to open entry-level Deputy Sheriff-Operations (Grade 53) positions. May be required to work within the Confinement Division pre- and / or post-academy dependent on staffing needs.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Completes Basic Peace Officer academy (824 hours / 20.5 weeks)
- Completes field training
- May be required to successfully complete additional law enforcement related training.
- May be required to work within the Confinement Division pre- and / or post-academy dependent on staffing needs.
- Performs all other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
High school diploma or GED. Must possess a valid Texas driver license or obtain Texas driver license within thirty (30) days of employment. TCOLE Basic Peace Officer certification required upon completion of Basic Peace Officer Academy; must be 21 years of age at the time of the TCOLE test. Must have the ability to communicate clearly, accurately, concisely orally and in writing; ability to learn and apply laws and procedures required of law enforcement officers; ability to use information technology to write reports, record crime data, find information needed to conduct preliminary investigations, and identify involved person(s); ability to safely operate a motor vehicle under less than favorable conditions; ability to engage in strenuous physical activity required to develop and maintain the necessary conditioning to perform law enforcement activities requiring use of physical force; ability to maintain emotional control and make good decisions when confronted by hostile subjects and when place in stressful circumstances; ability to be truthful in reports and official proceedings and interactions with supervisor, co-workers and citizens. Must be a U.S. citizen.
If hired, must provide proof of educational attainment
at New Hire Processing or during the promotional process.
