TCOLE Certified Police Officer

Career Opportunities with the City of Azle, TX

A great place to work.

Careers At the City of Azle, TX

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Are you a TCOLE Certified Peace Officer who is passionate about helping your community in times of need?

Do you seek a career which is both challenging and rewarding, where you are mentored to succeed?

If you answered “Yes” to these questions, then you could be just what the City of Azle is looking for!

The City of Azle has seen significant growth over the last several years, and we are excited to announce the opportunity for qualified candidates to apply for the position of Police Officer to grow with us.

Our Police Department is housed in a beautifully constructed state of the art facility; and it's a great time to become a part of a diverse, collaborative and dynamic group of law enforcement professionals.

Health/Dental/Disability/Term Life benefits are paid at 100% for the employee, and you will be participating in the Texas Municipal Retirement System pension plan at a rate of 7% to grow your retirement nest egg, with the City of Azle matching your contributions 2:1!

Additionally, vacation and personal leave are available after six months of continuous service.

Incentive pay for relevant certifications and licenses; employee recognition and appreciation events; training opportunities; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); and a great team of co-workers make The City of Azle an ideal place to establish or expand your career.

Immediate Supervisor:
Lieutenant/Sergeant
Positions Supervised:
None
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Work Schedule:

As Required

Patrols the city and surrounding areas in order to enforce all city ordinances and state and federal laws. Performs special assignments as may be directed, including but not limited to Community Policing, CID, etc.

None

Patrols the city and responds to citizen requests and complaints regarding possible criminal activity; enforces all parking ordinances; issues warnings and citations to violators of city and state regulations. Arrests violators and transports to other facilities.
Investigates suspicious and criminal activity. Responds to emergency calls, traffic accidents and general requests for assistance. Conducts crime scene search investigations. Lifts fingerprints, takes photographs, interviews suspects and takes statements. Writes offense, incident, arrest and impoundment reports. Informs the community of crime prevention, public safety and public awareness programs. Appears in court and testifies under oath.

Employee could be exposed to possibly dangerous criminals on a daily basis. Employee must work in seasonal temperatures and could be exposed to potentially hazardous chemicals and diseases. Sufficient physical ability to bend, run, lift and crawl into small spaces. Must be able to restrain suspects. May ride patrol in either a patrol vehicle, on a bicycle or conduct foot patrols.

Be able to change a tire or push a vehicle out of an intersection.

Ability to effectively communicate with employees, citizens and other law enforcement agencies in order to discuss requests for service and possible criminal activities. Will work with other agencies in exchanging information or requesting assistance.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills
-Ability to read and interpret ordinances, state laws, reports and updates regarding criminal activity. Ability to complete a variety of written reports which may be used…