Certified Police Officer – Lateral

Wylie, TX
Wylie Police Department

Salary: $76,369.00 – $100,496.39 Annually.

Essential Functions:

  • Enforces appropriate City ordinances, State and Federal laws, and all written directives.
  • Makes ethical decisions that conform to applicable laws, departmental policies, regulations, etc., without supervision when appropriate.
  • Works well with the public and co-workers daily. Communicates effectively, maintaining alertness, composure, helpful attitude and professionalism in all circumstances, including stress, verbal abuse, criticism, and/or other adverse conditions.
  • Provides Police services and assistance.
  • Maintains acceptable physical fitness level, including visual acuity correctable to 20/20 without color blindness and normal hearing range. Performs on-duty physical fitness training as assigned by the Chief of Police.
  • Follows a chain of command and instructions; receptive to supervision.
  • Immediately comprehends and executes orders from a supervisor in emergency situations.
  • Adapts toward procedures, programs, regular and special assignments.
  • Begins and seeks out work without supervision.
  • Recognizes the need for supervisory intervention and seeks it when needed; keeps supervisors informed of relevant activity.
  • Recognizes, identifies, and preserves crime scenes.
  • Completes accurate, thorough investigations.
  • Loads and unloads Police equipment from a vehicle, including but not limited to lifting objects over 15 pounds from truck, trunk, back seat, etc.
  • Demonstrates competent weapons proficiency.
  • Cleans and maintains duty weapons.
  • Uses appropriate force to control hostile subjects.
  • Performs defensive and/or other hand-to hand combat tactics.
  • Displays proficiency in officer survival and safety tactics.
  • Physically restrains individuals using the minimum amount of force necessary.
  • Uses the minimum force necessary to effect arrests of combative or hostile subjects.
  • Physically assists intoxicated subjects in walking, entering Police car.
  • Searches persons/vehicles for weapons, evidence, and contraband.
  • Searches buildings in dark or low-light conditions.
  • Chases suspects for extended distances (over 100 yards).
  • Walks long distances (over 1/4 mile).
  • Administers CPR/first aid in emergency medical situations.
  • Assists ambulance attendants/carrying victims under adverse conditions.
  • Directs or controls traffic with a flashlight or hand signals for more than one hour at a time.
  • Stands on hard surfaces for long periods of time (over one hour).
  • Operates speed detection radar, video camera, mobile radio and other public safety devices.
  • Drives safely under adverse weather conditions, even at high speeds.
  • Engages in safe high-speed driving while pursuing suspects or responding to calls.
  • Operates a motor vehicle for extended periods of time (several hours).
  • Works in congested traffic in and out of a Police vehicle.
  • Sets up roadblocks using traffic barriers other than cars.
  • Searches the area of an accident to determine the cause.
  • Examines vehicles for information to prepare accident reports.
  • Uses force to open jammed vehicle doors.
  • Observes gruesome sights; e.g., deceased persons, battered children, etc. without losing composure.
  • Performs duties acceptably after long hours (over 24) without sleep during emergency situations.
  • Attends all courts as scheduled or requested.
  • Accurately verbally articulates testimony in court.
  • Provides field training for new recruits as assigned.
  • Works in all weather conditions, indoors or outside, light or dark.
  • Works any day of the week, any hour of the day, extra assignment(s) as needed.
  • Communicates effectively via Police radio, telephone and in person and MDC with citizens, co-workers, supervisors and instructors, including persons of diverse backgrounds, without bias or prejudice.
  • Effectively shares work information.
  • Responds positively to constructive criticism.
  • Behaves in a manner conducive to high morale; expresses enthusiasm for work assignments, environment, personnel, and management.
  • Completes all reports and paperwork promptly, legibly, accurately, thoroughly, neatly and with correct grammar and spelling.
  • Follows through on assignments in a timely manner.
  • Develops and adequately utilizes sources of information.
  • Uses and maintains departmental equipment safely and properly.
  • Observes and reports hazardous conditions.
  • Arrives at work on time at an assigned area.
  • Maintains the appropriate uniform and acceptable personal hygiene.
  • Carries/wears appropriate extra equipment other than a gun belt, e.g., armor, shotgun, etc.
  • Maintains work area neatly, safely and in an organized fashion.
  • Displays self-confidence and an authoritative manner with conduct reflecting favorably on the Police Department and on the City.
  • Maintains self in a manner that does not pose a threat to the health and safety of self or others.
  • Orientation period is a full 12 months, either from date of hire or badge pinning (if sent through the police academy by the City of Wylie).
  • Performs as a responsible steward of the public trust and strives for excellence in public service, enhancing the quality of life for all.
  • Acts in a civil, respectful manner at all times to management, co-workers and others.
  • Other duties as may be assigned.

Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent. TCOLE certified Peace Officer.
  • Valid Driver’s License without restriction except “A”.
  • Must have Texas Driver’s License within 30 days of hire.
  • Citizen of the United States.
  • 21 years of age.
  • Clear driving record.
  • No felony convictions.
  • Completion of National Incident Management System (NIMS) training courses as outlined by Emergency Management after hire.