Patrol Officer

Duties and responsibilities

On rotating shifts, assigned to patrol entire city, in order to prevent crime and to enforce Federal, State and City laws. Observe, report and act upon conditions conducive to crime and danger such as checking buildings, assisting other officers, enforcing traffic, making arrests, transporting prisoners and investigating crime(s).
Using own judgment, determines the nature of a call, investigates the circumstances and takes the necessary or prudent action. Provides assistance to the public in emergency and non-emergency situations; administers first aid and requests appropriate medical response; performs crisis intervention in sensitive situations and domestic disputes; educates the public on laws and ordinances; assists citizens with complaints and inquiries and directs them to the appropriate authority.

Responds to emergency radio calls and investigates accidents, robberies, civil disturbances, domestic disputes, fights, drunkenness, missing persons, prowlers, abuse of drugs, etc; takes appropriate law enforcement action. Prepares a variety of written and oral reports.
Investigates crimes, interviews witnesses, victims and suspects and provides feedback to the appropriate people concerning case status; collects and documents evidence. Appears in court and is available to testify in matters which the officer has knowledge of, whether it be criminal or civil.
Maintains proficiency in the use of police related equipment including firearms. Prepares and maintains legible, concise and understandable record of activities.
Performs special assignments related to investigations, crime prevention and traffic enforcement. Dress professionally with boots shined.

Certificate Pay for officers with an Intermediate, Advanced, or Master Certification

• Intermediate- $100.00 per month/ $1,200.00 per year
• Advanced- $200.00 per month/ $2,400.00 per year
• Master- $300.00 per month/ $3,600.00 per year

• Health Insurance
• 7% TMRS mandatory enrollment with 2 to 1 contribution provided by City
• $15,000 life insurance provided by the City
• Supplemental life insurance available at reasonable costs
• Vision and dental available at reasonable costs
• Short Term/Long Term Disability

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Night shift
• On call
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

TCOLE Basic Certification, Texas Driver's License, successful completion of the basic licensing course, passing of the state licensing examination, and appointment by a law enforcement agency, high school diploma or equivalency certificate, college preferred, an honorable discharge from the armed forces of the United States after at least 24 months of active‑duty service (if applicable).

Never been convicted of any family violence offense, not prohibited by state or federal law from operating a motor vehicle, not prohibited by state or federal law from possessing firearms or ammunition, a U.S. citizen subject to a background investigation and has been interviewed prior to appointment by representatives of the appointing authority.