Police Officer; TCOLE Certified - Texas experienced

Under general supervision of a Police Sergeant, 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 Frisco Police Department. Maintains a high visibility in the community to deter and prevent criminal activity and educates the public in ways to protect themselves from criminal activity and/or prevent accidents and injuries.

The intent of this position description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this position. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description and incumbent(s) may be required to perform position-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description.

General /Patrol/Criminal Investigation

• Conducts routine patrol of assigned City areas to assist in crime prevention efforts, reports and responds to suspicious circumstances, traffic violations, and hazards to life or property.
• Responds to calls for service including the investigation of civil and criminal activity, citizen complaints, traffic accidents and domestic violence issues.
• Mediates and/or negotiates conflicts and disagreements within the community.
• Arrests (forcibly if necessary), charges, and books violators of laws or individuals with outstanding warrants for their arrest.
• Presents testimony and evidence in municipal and county courts on traffic, civil, or criminal cases.
• Assists with Police Department and City sponsored events including traffic and crowd control.
• Advocates public awareness for crime prevention, neighborhood watch, and other citizen programs.
• Completes reports, citations, documentation, and case files in a timely manner.
• Gathers information in criminal investigations by interviewing & obtaining statements of victims, witnesses, suspects, and confidential informers.
• Plans, implements, and completes criminal investigations and law violations using physical evidence, statements, and further evidence gathered within the department and effective law enforcement techniques.
• Analyzes criminal, emergency, and law violation situations to determine best method or procedure.
• Transports prisoners to county jails.
• Prepares written reports as required by specific area of assignment.
• Informs crime victims of prosecution procedures, discuss investigation procedures.
• Checks condition and status of assigned equipment; secures all equipment before leaving it unattended.

• Performs all general functions listed in General/Patrol and Criminal Investigation Assignments.
• May represent the Frisco Police Department to the public. Conducts presentations for the general public, conducts demonstrations at police sponsored events, answers questions and written inquiries regarding the Department, law enforcement, etc.
• Provides information and services to the public, news media and other interested parties according to the Departmental policies and procedures as well as the interests of those concerned.
• Responds to inquiries from the news media through news releases, written responses, and printed material through publications.
• Stays current regarding laws, technical developments, legal procedures, and relevant court rulings.
• Processes potential applicants for departmental positions available
• Conducts background investigations, preliminary and final interviews and follows the applicant through the on-boarding process to include scheduling of psychological, agility, physical exams, etc.
• Makes recommendations regarding continuation or termination regarding the applicants during the background process or interview process.
• Maintains communications with applicants and prospective candidates.
• May assist in internal departmental investigations.
• Promotes activities and special events and in the community that relate to crime prevention and positive department-community relations.
• Promotes crime prevention; organizes neighborhood watch groups, Citizen Police Academy, etc.

• Performs all general functions listed in General/Patrol and Criminal Investigation Assignments.
• Maintains close contact with Frisco ISD officials and administrators to provide assistance to public schools in dealing with major and minor law enforcement problems dealing with juveniles.
• Maintains constant vigilance for criminal activities, suspicious circumstances, traffic violations and hazards to life or property. Takes appropriate action as required.
• Promotes activities and special events and in the community that relate to crime prevention among juveniles.
• Promotes juvenile crime prevention programs and anti-drug awareness, assists in planning and implementation of monthly Juvenile Impact Program.
• Conducts…