Police Detective

If you are interested in joining an honorable and noble profession that makes a difference in the lives of those who live, work, and attend school or visit our community, come join our team as a Police Detective
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The City of Bastrop Police Department is a cohesive, collaborative team of professionals dedicated to providing our community exceptional public service and possess a willingness and compassion to work together with the citizens of Bastrop to maintain a healthy and safe community.

The Department has a full-time staff of 30 sworn police officers and 6 civilian support staff.

Under the general direction of the Criminal Investigations (CI) Sergeant, CI Lieutenant, and/or the Chief of Police, is responsible for performing law enforcement and crime prevention duties; and conducting criminal investigations. Performs related duties as required.

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Must be able to safely perform all essential duties and responsibilities as required for Police Officer and all subordinate ranks.
• Performs complete preliminary and follow-up investigations of crimes and crime scenes either independently or as a member of a team.
• Gathers evidence and maintains case files.
• Documents investigative activity and evidence gathered in a records management software system.
• Prepares case files, reports, and evidence for submittal to the Bastrop County District Attorney’s office or City Attorney.
• Interviews witnesses, victims, suspects, arrested persons, complainants and informants; takes depositions and/or statements.
• Writes arrest and search warrants.
• Conducts searches and collects physical evidence.
• Patrols an assigned area to ensure compliance with the law and to investigate suspicious activities, individuals, and/or conditions.
• Apprehends, interrogates, and makes arrests of individuals who violate the law and/or ordinance.
• Responds to calls for assistance and provides necessary police protection.
• Issues traffic citations or warnings; investigates traffic accidents; and directs traffic.
• Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in the Department and City’s attendance policies and procedures; ensures all behaviors comply with the City’s Personnel Policies Manual.
• Performs other related duties as required.

• Assumes command of an assigned unit in the absence of Police Sergeant.
• Coordinates purchases of equipment, tools, parts, and supplies.
• Assists Criminal Investigations Sergeant with administrative and supervisory duties.
• Compiles and prepares reports.
• Testifies in court.
• Serves as negotiator in hostage or barricaded person situations.
• Makes presentations.
• Directs traffic; investigates traffic accidents; issues citations.

• Two (2) years with the department prior to the date of the written exam, or three (3) years prior full-time police officer experience with a progressive background.
• Ability to participate in on-going training as needed.
• Additional requirements, such as required training courses, and pre- or post-promotional educational requirements may be found in the Texas Local Government Code, chapter 143; the Texas Administrative Code, specifically those code provisions authored by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement; the Local Civil Service Commission Rules, and any applicable labor agreement.
• Required to complete all Incident Command Trainings.
• Must be able to work holidays, weekends, or after hours as required.

Valid Texas Class C Driver License with an acceptable driving record to be maintained throughout employment.

• Applicable City ordinances, federal, state and local laws.
• Approved practices, principles, and procedures of police…