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Police Officer Legal Counsel

Police Officer or Senior Police Officer

Job in Victoria, Victoria County, Texas, 77904, USA
Listing for: City of Victoria TX
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-14
Job specializations:
  • Government
    Police Officer
  • Law/Legal
    Police Officer, Legal Counsel
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 80000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

The Victoria Police Department is hiring qualified police officer candidates to join our team and to help enhance the livability of our community. VPD sets the bar for professionalism, innovation, and a progressive approach to our policing strategies. Our workforce of more than 115 officers and 32 civilian support personnel are a dedicated, enthusiastic group of professionals who proudly serve over 65,000 Victoria residents.

The Victoria Police Department offers a competitive salary and retirement structure, great health benefits, and many other incentives such as paid time off and department-issued uniforms and equipment.

Officers have lateral and promotional opportunities. Regardless of the assignment, you will work in an environment that fosters leadership, teamwork, and courteous service to our community.

No prior law enforcement experience is required but must be certified as a TCOLE Peace Officer. Upon employment, you will participate in the City of Victoria Police Department Field Training Program. You will receive specialized training from some of the finest officers in law enforcement.

All Police Department applicants are required to fill out their complete work history on the application.
Selected applicants will also be requested to successfully complete the following:
  • Personal Information and History Packet
  • Written Examination
  • Physical Ability Course
  • Oral Review Board
  • Submit all additional required documentation as described on the Document Checklist for Police Positions on page 4 of the Personal Information and History Packet.

    • Important… Care should be given to make sure that you meet the minimum standards set forth in the Personal Information and History Packet. Those that do not meet the minimum standards will not be allowed to complete the process and be considered for employment. Information will be provided to applicants concerning the dates, times, and locations for any exams after all applications have been received.

    NOTICE:
  • The VPD Recruitment/Training Unit will conduct testing periodically while this posting remains open.
  • Prior to testing and interviews the following will be checked:
    Driver's License, Criminal History, etc.
  • Selected applicants will be invited to testing and interviews in Victoria, by invitation only. This will consist of:
    Written Testing, Physical Ability, and Review Board interviews.
  • Background Investigations begin following all testing.
  • Credit Check will occur before the Background Investigation begins.

    • The following occur after the background is complete:
    Chief’s Interviews, Chief makes contingent Job Offer, A tentative hire date will be given to allow for two-week notices, etc.

    Salary amount offered will depend on qualifications. Lateral pay scale recognized for Senior Police Officers. This is a non-exempt position.

    Applicants currently attending a TCOLE Academy are encouraged to apply. Employment eligibility will require successful completion of the Academy courses and certification as a TCOLE Peace Officer.
    Police Officer or Senior Police Officer:
  • Patrols the city and responds to citizen’s requests and complaints regarding possible criminal activity such as disturbances, burglaries, prowlers, suspicious persons, etc.
  • Allocates patrol time to identify and solve business and residential problems by applying proven problem-solving techniques.
  • Issues warnings and citations to violators of city and state regulations and laws.
  • Arrests suspects, guards, and transports prisoners to other facilities.
  • Investigates suspicious and criminal activity.
  • Responds to emergency calls, traffic accidents, and general requests for assistance.
  • Secures crime scenes, interviews witnesses, victims, and suspects. Takes written and video statements and confessions.
  • Collects and preserves evidence.
  • Guards and transports mental patients to out-of-town facilities.
  • Writes offense reports, arrest reports, incident reports, supplemental reports, and other police-related documents, forms, and memorandums.
  • Informs the community of crime prevention, public safety, and public awareness programs.
  • Advises citizens concerning laws and ordinances.
  • Appears in court and testifies.
  • May be assigned to specialized programs…
    • Position Requirements
    10+ Years work experience
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