El Paso Police Department, TX

General PurposeUnder the general supervision and guidance of the El Paso Police Academy, the Skillbridge Police Trainee will participate in a six (6) month training program to learn general and specific state and local law enforcement policies, tactics and procedures to qualify for certification as a Texas Basic Peace Officer. The goal of this program is for successful candidates to become certified and apply to the El Paso Police Department to become fully commissioned as Police Officers.

Typical DutiesParticipate in and complete a six (6) month Basic Peace Officer’s course with the El Paso Police Academy. Involves: Attend lectures and demonstrations, engage in practice sessions, read textbooks and instructional manuals, and prepare and submit study assignments about law enforcement, Texas penal and related codes, firearms and other weapons care and use, marksmanship, department requirements, policies and procedures, traffic laws and control, arrest methods, two-way radio operation, defensive driving, safety and emergency response techniques, accident investigation, ethics, report writing, and community relations principles.Participate in a rigorous daily physical training program.

Other Job CharacteristicsMust provide a copy of DD-214, an honorable discharge, or a characterization letter if in transition from current command.Perform daily strenuous physical development exercises.Successfully complete Police Academy written, physical and skills tests.Requires shift work.