Prospective Employee Ride Along Request : University Police Department : Texas State University

This program is for serious applicants and prospective employees only. All requests are subject to approval and background screening.

Eligible Participants

UPD encourages active engagement with officers and is excited to offer the Ride-Along Program to prospective employees. We will make every effort to accommodate interested persons; however, any applicant may be disqualified without cause.

Disqualifying Factors

The following factors may be considered in disqualifying an applicant and are not limited to:

being under 18 years of age (Exceptions may be with the concurrence of the chief of police and with parental approval)
prior criminal history
Pending criminal action
Pending lawsuit against the Department
Must not currently be under a driver’s license suspension or revocation from DMV
Must not have warrants outstanding for their arrest

Program Requirements

Participants will be limited to two ride-alongs per six-month period. Ride-alongs are not to be used for socializing with acquaintances. No more than one person will participate in a ride-along during scheduled time. No more than one ride-along participant will be permitted in the officer's vehicle at a time.

In an effort to protect and serve our community there will be no photography or audio or visual recording allowed during ride-alongs without prior consent.

Personal Information

First Name *

Last Name *

Driver License Number *

Driver's License State *

Date of Birth *

Email Address

Phone Number *

Are you a current TXST student? *

Yes

If yes, when are you expected to graduate? *

Are you a TXST Alumni?

Yes

Do you have a current peace officers license? *

Yes

If yes, out of what state? *

Current Applicant Status *

Ride Along Details

Preferred Date *

Preferred Shift/Time *

Reason for Request *

Briefly explain your career interest

Preferred Time Length *

Vehicle Information

This information is used for temporary parking clearance, if approved.

Will you be driving to campus? *

Yes

Vehicle Make *

(e.g., Ford)

Vehicle Model *

(e.g., Explorer)

Vehicle Color *

License Plate # *

(e.g., TX A1B-2C)

Liability & Conduct Acknowledgement

Liability *

I understand that while participating in the TXST PD Ride Along Program, I will be entering a potentially hazardous environment. I knowingly assume all risks associated with the activity and agree to release and hold harmless the Texas State University Police Department and its employees from any and all liability.

Attire & Conduct *

I understand that I must wear business casual attire (slacks/khakis, collared shirt/blouse, closed-toe shoes) and adhere strictly to all instructions from the accompanying officer. I will maintain confidentiality regarding all police operations observed.

Acknowledgment *

I have read all the UPD ride-along rules and regulations and agree to abide by them.

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