Police Officer

$26.442 – 30.409 per hour

$5,000 Signing Bonus

Applicant enforces Federal, State, and City laws, rules, regulations, ordinances and codes, by performing various law enforcement tasks that support law enforcement and crime prevention activities. Performs investigative work and other special assignments; performs a variety of technical and administrative tasks in support of the department. Maintains high visibility in the community to deter and prevent criminal activity and educates the public in ways to protect themselves from criminal activity.

JOB SUMMARY
Under general supervision of Police Sergeant, the Police Officer enforces Federal, State, and City laws, rules, regulations, ordinances and codes, by performing various law enforcement tasks that support law enforcement and crime prevention activities. Performs investigative work and other special assignments; performs a variety of technical and administrative tasks in support of the department. Maintains high visibility in the community to deter and prevent criminal activity and educates the public in ways to protect themselves from criminal activity.

Education, Training and Experience Guidelines:
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Basic police certification from TCOLE is required
• Police experience is preferred.
• Requires excellent communication skills, and the ability to speak, read, and write fluent English.

Benefits include 100% employer paid employee medical, dental, and basic life and long-term disability insurance premiums. Paid vacation, holiday, and sick leave available. Participation in the Texas Municipal Retirement System is required, as well as Social Security deductions.