Community Services Officer

Job Opening:
Community Service Officer-City of Ingleside, TX Position Summary

The City of Ingleside is seeking a dedicated Community Service Officer to serve as a vital link between the community and the Police Department. This role involves:

• Developing and promoting social projects and crime prevention programs.
• Providing public education through social media and in-person sessions.
• Serving as a liaison to foster trust and transparency between residents and law enforcement.

This is an intermediate-level protective service position under the supervision of the Chief of Police or a designated representative.

$60,985.60 - $77,854.40

(Based on experience, certifications, and education)

Here's an overview of the key offerings:

• 100% employer-paid (health, dental, life, disability).
• 75% employer-paid for dependents.

• 8% employee contribution (pre-tax).
• 2:1 City match.
• Vesting after 5 years.

• Age 60 with 5+ years of service.
• Any age with 20+ years of service.
• Supplemental death benefits included.

All offers of employment are contingent upon passing a drug screening, physical exam, and background check.

Become a part of a team that's committed to building positive community relationships and promoting public safety through education and outreach.

• Serve as the primary link between the Police Department and community businesses and neighborhoods.
• Monitors crime trends.
• Establishes and maintains community partnerships; facilitates problem-solving within the community.
• Educates residents through in-person training and on social media.
• Implements programs in the community such as Neighborhood Watch, Cellular on Patrol, & Youth Activities. Serves the citizens in a directed patrol response, conducts patrols of assigned areas by foot, bicycle, or vehicular patrols.
• Directs traffic as required, escorts vehicles.
• Enforces state laws and local ordinances.
• Serves warrants and make arrests. Interviews suspects, witnesses, and complainants to retrieve valuable information pertinent to a case; assists in criminal investigations; gathers and preserves evidence.
• Appears in court and provides testimony as required.
• Attends continuing education workshops to maintain certifications and improve job skills.
• Performs upkeep and simple maintenance of department vehicles.
• Performs the duties of a Patrol Officer as needed.
• Complete assigned health and safety courses to create a safe work environment

• Work is performed under direction of the Chief of Police
• Moderate supervision

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

High School / GED

Extensive experience as a law enforcement officer.

Must meet and maintain all department, State, and Federal training and education requirements for position. Valid Driver's License in the State of Texas.

Possession of Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Base Peace Officer's License upon hire. Obtain Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Basic Instructor certification within six months.

• General knowledge of police methods, practices, and procedures.
• General knowledge of the geography of the City and location of important buildings.
• General knowledge of the rules and regulations of the Police Department.
• Ability to communicate ideas effectively orally and in writing.
• Skill in using firearms and operating a motor vehicle.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and to prepare clear reports.
• Ability to deal courteously, but firmly with the public.
• Ability to analyze situations and to adopt quick, effective, and reasonable courses of action with due regard to…