No criminal history above that of a Class C misdemeanor
Mentally Sound (Reference Check)
Mandatory Drug Screening
Nationwide Background Check
Must be able to read/write English language
High School Diploma or GED
DPS Level 1-2 Course
UPI Basic Level Certification
- Interviewing - Report Writing - Uniform Requirements - Professional Communications - Site Specific Training - and more... * Approx. 2X's State Requirement
Officer Level
Requirements
Training
INTERMEDIATE
All of the Basic Level Requirements, plus...
Minimum 21+ years of Age
Minimum 1 year experience in Security
Competent Computer/Typing Skills
Must Pass Physical Agility Test
Must Complete Intermediate Cert. Course
All of the Basic Training, plus...
UPI Intermediate Certification
- Approx. 16+hrs of additional training - Details available by appointment * Approximately 6X+ State Required Training
Officer Level
Requirements
Training
ADVANCED
All of the above, plus...
Minimum 2+ yrs Experience in Security
Must be "Commissioned" by DPS/PSB
OC Spray Certified
Baton Certified
Weapons Certified / Range Qual.
Must demonstrate Firearm Proficiency
Mandatory Bi-Annual Range Qual.
Must Pass Oral Review Board
All of the above, pluse...
DPS Level 3 Commission Course
UPI Advanced Level Course
- Advanced Use of Force Training - Advanced Self-Defense - Advanced Weapons Retention - OC Spray Course - Extensive Baton Training - Mechanics of Arrest - Use of Force Law - 72+hrs of Additional Training * Over 3X+ the Training required by the State