Patrol Officer (Certified)
Salary: $72,355.92 Annually.
Position Summary:
Perform a variety of law enforcement and crime prevention tasks, investigative work, special assignments, technical and administrative tasks in support of the Police Department.
Essential Functions:
- Participate in a variety of law enforcement activities which include arresting offenders and suspects for traffic and criminal offenses, appearing in court for criminal, civil, and other law enforcement related matters.
- Prepare reports on crimes and activities.
- Attend roll call briefings and administrative meetings.
- Cooperate with other law enforcement agencies in matters relating to the apprehension of offenders and the investigation of offenses.
- Interact and work with citizens regarding existing and potential law enforcement and crime prevention problems.
- Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public.
- Physically apprehend and search suspects utilizing appropriate techniques and maneuvers to render them safe for transportation and incarceration.
- Assist other Police officers in conducting assigned duties and responsibilities as necessary.
- May participate in accident reconstruction and other specialized duties.
- May serve warrants on behalf of the department and other law enforcement agencies.
- Prepare a variety of statistical and narrative reports regarding special assignments, events and functions.
- Assist with hostage negotiations as necessary.
- Purchase materials, supplies, equipment as necessary.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- High School Diploma or equivalency.
- Must be eligible for basic certification as a Peace Officer by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE).
- Valid Texas Class C Driver’s License.
Preferred Requirements:
- Priority will be given to TCOLE certified applicants.