Police Officer

Salary: $27.84-$42.35 per hour

Position Summary:

The City of Rockport is looking for dedicated, courageous, and community-focused individuals to join our police force. As a Police Officer, you will play a vital role in protecting and serving our residents, enforcing the law, and ensuring public safety. If you’re looking for a career where every day presents a new challenge and an opportunity to positively impact lives, this is it!

Essential Functions:

• Patrol & Respond: Monitor residential and commercial areas, respond to calls for service, and deter criminal activity.
• Traffic & Safety Enforcement: Enforce traffic laws, investigate accidents, and ensure road safety for all citizens.
• Investigate & Report: Conduct preliminary investigations, gather evidence, interview witnesses, and prepare reports.
• Community Engagement: Build relationships with residents, businesses, and community organizations to foster trust and collaboration.
• Emergency Response: Respond swiftly to critical incidents, provide backup to fellow officers, and assist other emergency services.
• Judicial & Administrative Duties: Testify in court, prepare warrants, serve subpoenas, and assist with municipal court operations when needed.
• Crime Prevention & Public Safety: Participate in crime reduction initiatives, security checks, and public safety programs.
• Integrity & Professionalism: Committed to upholding the highest standards of law enforcement ethics and conduct.
• Strong Decision-Making: Ability to think quickly, assess situations, and make sound judgments under pressure.
• Excellent Communication Skills: Able to interact effectively with the public, colleagues, and other agencies.
• Physical & Mental Readiness: Capable of handling high-stress situations, strenuous activity, and emergency responses.
• Community-Oriented Mindset: Dedicated to building trust and serving with empathy and fairness.

Requirements:

• Must be 21 years of age or older at the time of employment.
• High school diploma or equivalent (specialized law enforcement training preferred).
• TCOLE Basic Peace Officer Certification required.
• Successful completion of a certified police academy.
• Valid Texas driver’s license (or ability to obtain).
• Must meet all licensing requirements set forth by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE).
• Military applicants must have an honorable discharge (if applicable).
• Strong moral character and clean background required.