Police Cadet

About the Role

Attend the Round Rock Police Department Training Academy and successfully complete the academy curriculum for Texas Basic Peace Officer; successfully complete the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement licensing examination and obtain certification as Basic Peace Officer.

Examples of Duties

• Position requires comprehensive study of State laws, police procedures, and all aspects of the law enforcement function, in preparation for becoming a certified peace officer.
• Position requires continued daily attendance at the law enforcement training academy, successful completion of written tests, participation in physical fitness related activities as required by training academy, and completing academic requirements to obtain the Basic Peace Officer certificate.
• Position also includes assisting department personnel in performing a variety of law enforcement and crime prevention tasks.

Experience and Training

High School Diploma or equivalent and one of the following:

• Minimum of 30 college credit hours from an accredited university
• Two (2) years full-time employment as a non-sworn member of the Round Rock Police Department
• Two (2) years of full-time basic jailer experience
• Two (2) years of active-duty military service in the US Armed Forces

Certificates and Licenses Required

• By the start of the academy, you must be at least 20 years and 6 months of age.
• Must be a United States citizen.
• Must be able to complete the Basic Peace Officer curriculum at a regional law enforcement training academy and pass the TCOLE licensing examination to become a certified peace officer.
• Must possess, or have the ability to obtain, an appropriate valid Texas driver's license and a driving record which meets current City auto liability insurance requirements.

Pay

Effective October 1, 2026 the pay listed will be earned while in the Academy. After successful completion of the academy and upon assignment the rate will be $40.56.

Selection Process

Must meet all legal requirements for future licensing and certification as required by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer (TCOLE). Must pass all phases of the selection process including a comprehensive background and the physical performance test. Applicant offered employment must pass a drug screening test and psychological and medical assessments.