Police Officer

Kingsville, TX
City of Kingsville

Kingville TX

JOB POSTING # 24-055
POLICE OFFICER

APPLICANT INFORMATION
Entry-Level Testing
May 18, 2024 @ 8:30 a.m.
400 W. King Avenue
Kingsville, Texas 78363

APPLICATION DEADLINE: May 17, 2024 @ 5:00 p.m.

Thank you for your interest in the Kingsville Police Department. The City of Kingsville Police Department is a civil service department consisting of 50 officers. Information concerning the City’s hiring process is enclosed. Please read the information carefully. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications, as set forth by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE), the Texas Local Government Code Chapter 143 and have not disqualifying events under any of the listed “Reasons for Disqualification”.

Applicants are required to completely fill out an application for employment (online or paper) and enclose copies of requested documents to the Human Resource (HR) Office. Also, applicants must keep the HR Office informed of any changes in contact information (address, phone #, etc.) and employment status. Failure to do so may result in disqualification.

For any questions, contact HR at 400 W. King Avenue, Kingsville, Texas 78363; Phone (361) 595-8017 Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., e-mail us at hradmin@cityofkingsville.com or visit https://tx-kingsville.civicplushrms.com/careers/Jobs.aspx?RequisitionId=116603&SourceId=7027

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Starting Hourly Rates

ENTRY-LEVEL HIRING PROCESS $ 22.57
Non-Certified Police Officer & Basic Peace Office (additional increases per collective bargaining agreement)

ALTERNATE LEVEL HIRING PROCESS $ 25.27
NO ENTRY-LEVEL TEST REQUIRED
Eligibility Requirements: – Intermediate TCOLE Peace Officer Certification
– 3 years prior law enforcement experience and
– actively worked in law enforcement within 12 months preceding application

The City of Kingsville offers many employee benefits to include:
Health Insurance: Employee monthly premium: Range from $78.50 – $209 depending on coverage
Retirement:
– Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)
– Employer matches on a ratio of 1.5 to 1 at retirement (20 yrs of service or 5 yrs and age 60)
– TMRS Prior Service and Military Credit options
Deferred Comp. Nationwide and ICMA programs available for additional pre-tax contributions Vacation Leave: 120 hrs per year
Sick Leave: 120 hrs per year; Sick Leave Buyback Program Holiday Leave: 15 Holidays
Longevity: $ 10.00 per month per year of service
Uniforms: Employer provided uniforms and laundry service
Certification Pay: Monthly: Intermediate PO – $40; Advanced PO – $62; Master PO – $110
Education Pay: Monthly: Associate’s – $50; Bachelor’s – $100; Master’s – $200

DUTIES: Under direct supervision, responds to calls and other requests from the public for emergency assistance. Patrols community and assigned areas for any traffic and other types of violations.

HOW TO APPLY: Applications available online, at:
https://tx-kingsville.civicplushrms.com/careers/Jobs.aspx?RequisitionId=116603&SourceId=7027. For more information, contact the HR Office at (361) 595-8017, e-mail hradmin@cityofkingsville.com

PRIOR to taking the written examination applicants must provide copies of the following with completed application:

  • PROOF OF U.S. CITIZENSHIP (Texas Administrative Code, Title 37, Part 7-Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards & – Education (TCOLE) Rule §215.15)
  • PROOF OF TCOLE CERTIFICATION (if applicable)
  • VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE
  • HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR HIGH SCHOOL EQUIVALENCY (G.E.D.)
  • COLLEGE TRANSCRIPT(S)
  • DD – 214 (if separated from the S. military service)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

AGE REQUIREMENTS
Entry Level: Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of applying. If the applicant is 18– 20 years of age, he/she must have received an associate degree or successfully completed 60 hours in an accredited college or university or 24 months of active-duty service in the armed forces of the United States with an honorable discharge. (Note: Age requirements are subject to Texas Local Government Code Chapter 143.)

EDUCATION
High School Diploma
OR
G.E.D. and completion of 12 hours at an institution of higher education with at least a 2.0 grade point average on a 4.0 scale,
OR
An honorable discharge from the United States armed forces after at least 24 months of active duty service.

LICENSE
You must have a valid Driver’s License prior to submitting your application for employment.

MILITARY SERVICE POINTS: Candidates with an “Honorable” discharge from U.S. military service are eligible for an additional 5 points added to a passing score of 70% or better on the entry-level exam. All candidates eligible for veteran’s credit must provide proof of military service. A DD–214 must be submitted prior to taking exam to be eligible for points. A “General” discharge “under honorable conditions” does allow applicants to test but no military service points will be awarded.

Apply at: https://tx-kingsville.civicplushrms.com/careers/Jobs.aspx?RequisitionId=116603&SourceId=7027