Police Recruit

Trainee Police OfficerThis is work as a trainee in classroom and in-service activities in the police service. Under immediate supervision, participates in classroom instruction and field training in police techniques and practices. Work is reviewed by written and practical examinations and by observation for suitability for public safety work.Principal duties and responsibilities include:Attending recruit training courses providing classroom and field instruction in basic police procedures, techniques and lawsParticipation in and successful completion of the field training programResponding to calls for police service to all locations on the airport; making preliminary investigations of criminal offenses; assisting citizens and passengers to minimize inconveniences; assisting with lost and disabled vehicles; enforcing airport code, traffic regulations and criminal violations; assisting other Public Safety personnelEnforcing federal, state, and local laws, ordinances and resolutions, making arrests and issuing citations as appropriateInvestigating offenses, accidents and suspicious circumstances or persons, collecting evidence, interviewing witnesses, and preparing reportsDeterrence of persons who might engage in illegal activity through active visible patrolsProviding law enforcement support to the passenger and baggage screening processReporting any hazard to persons or property to the proper authority to ensure correctionActively patrolling both public and restricted areas in support of the Airport Security ProgramAssisting other DPS divisions in the mitigation of threats to life and propertyStopping and investigating all suspicious persons, vehicles, or circumstancesProactively engaging the airport community in constructive dialogue fostering positive relationships in support of the department's community policing philosophyReporting and seeking resolution to all offenses reported and observedPursuing and apprehending escaping prisoners or felonsAiding outside police agencies when assistance is neededPerforming police work in a patrol car, on a bicycle or motorcycle, or on footPerforming police work utilizing specialized equipment including but not limited to radar, special weapons, audio/video systems, and other equipment in support of law enforcementPatrolling remote and terminal parking areas to prevent criminal acts against employees and passengers, property, and vehicles and apprehending violatorsPerforming investigations including, but not limited to, criminal, administrative and traffic investigationsMinimum requirements include:Completion of 30 college hours from an accredited college or universityHonorable discharge from the armed forces of the United States after at least 24 months of active duty serviceCurrent Peace Officer license issued by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) with less than two (2) years of experience as a sworn full-time paid police officerCurrent licensed Peace Officer in another state with less than two (2) years of experience as a sworn full-time paid police officerTwenty-one (21) years of age at date of applicationUnited States citizenPass a written examinationPass the Physical Ability Test (PAT)Pass a psychological examinationPass a truth verification examination and/or polygraphPass a background investigation which includes criminal and driving records checksPass an Oral Board InterviewPass a medical physical examination and drug testPossession of a valid Class C driver's license issued by the State of Texas or equivalent from another state in which the recruit permanently residesAbility to testify in Municipal, County, State and Federal CourtObtain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) Airport Identification/Access Badge in accordance with Department of Homeland Security Transportation Security Administration (TSA) requirementsObtain Department of Homeland Security Customs and Border Protection (CBP) security access clearanceDesignated safety sensitive position as defined in DFW Airport's Drug and Alcohol Administrative Policy and ProcedureDesignated Essential Employee position as defined in DFW Airport's Categories and Classifications Administrative Policy and ProcedureMeet all initial and recurrent training requirements in accordance with Title 14 CFR part 139 and Administrative Policy AO.014.01, Ground Vehicle Driver Training for Air Operations Area (AOA)Required knowledge, skills and abilities include:Ability to meet requirements and standards to be accepted by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) for Enrollment and Initial LicensureAbility to successfully complete the applicant processing requirements as prescribed by the Department of Public SafetyAbility to complete acceptable standards in classroom and field training within acceptable time or trial limits established in the department's training proceduresEfforts include:Performing physically demanding work under stressful conditionsPeriodically working outdoors in inclement weatherReacting calmly, quickly, and logically in emergency situationsCommunicating by two-way radio and in personUsing color perception in a variety of situationsDriving to locations on and off DFW Airport propertyAbout UsWe are Dallas Fort Worth International (DFW) Airport-one of the most successful airports in the world by any definition.

We are recognized for our innovation, leadership, drive for excellence and talented employees.Our success is made possible because of the diverse talents of over 2,100 employees who champion our mission of providing an exceptional airport experience to our customers and connect our community to the world. We are looking for the best talent to join us and help reimagine what an airport can be.Bring your talents to DFW. Live and work with purpose.