Police Corporal -CID Division

Salary: $31.10-$37.14 per hr

Position Summary:

Coordinates the activities of detectives investigating crimes against persons, property, and/or society, looking for clues and evidence that leads to the arrest and conviction of guilty parties.

Essential Functions:

• Responds to crime scenes and leads complex investigations.
• Orders detention of persons in the vicinity of crime for questioning.
• Directs photographs of the position of the body and other evidence.
• Directs supporting officers and detectives in search of clues at the crime scene.
• Questions witnesses and suspects.
• Prepares and submits accurate, timely reports.
• Works assigned cases; assists in all major cases as needed.
• Review paperwork and evidence before submission to the District Attorney’s Office.
• Works patrol duties when needed.
• Performs related duties as assigned and required.

Requirements:

• Successful completion of a Texas-certified law enforcement academy
• Associate degree from a two-year college is preferred
• Two or more years of officer-level experience may be waived based on the department’s needs and with approval by the Chief of Police.
• Texas Class “C” Driver’s License in good standing and must be able to maintain
• Intermediate Peace Officer Certification or Basic (with experience) from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement.