Police Officer; Probationary

The City of Weslaco will conduct testing for the position of Entry-Level Police Officer on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at 8:30 am. To be considered for the written examination, a complete job application along with the required documentation must be received by March 13, 2026, before 5:00 pm.

Please read the attached Notice of Examination and the Entry Level Police Officer Requirements by clicking on the 'Full Job Description' tab.

The purpose of this position is to enforce the laws of the State of Texas and the City of Weslaco to protect life and property. May from time-to-time work extended hours in the evenings and weekends in response to emergency disasters.

• Work requires employee to be physically present, and on time, as scheduled
• Patrols assigned area on foot, bicycle, in patrol car, or on horseback to enforce laws, prevent and discover crimes, investigate crimes, maintain order and answer calls and complaints.
• Answers radio-dispatched or citizens requests for police services at the scene of accidents, domestic disputes, law violations and peace disturbances.
• Familiarize self with the city and with people living in area.
• Investigates illegal or suspicious activities, persons and establishments and suppress disturbances.
• Locates, searches, detains and arrests law violators, following recognized police procedures.
• Interviews and questions victims, witnesses and suspects.
• Performs first aid and provides other assistance to accident and other victims.
• Gathers and preserves evidence.
• Investigates causes and results of accidents.
• Directs and controls traffic.
• Issues written citations for traffic and other minor violations.
• Inspects public establishments requiring licenses to ensure compliance with rules and regulations.
• Operates police communication and computer equipment to obtain, disseminate and report information.
• Attend community meetings to discuss crime prevention activities and crime problems.
• Writes detailed incident, investigation, activity and other reports.
• Testifies in court to present evidence by describing conditions, situations and actions.
• Other similar duties as assigned.

• Must have high school diploma; or equivalent (GED).
• Applicant must pass pre-employment criminal background check and drug screen at City's expense.
• Applicant must have current valid Class "C" Driver's License and be insurable.
• Must successfully complete Emergency Management and Incident Command Training within first three months of hire date.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

• Knowledgeable of state and local laws and regulations pertaining to the operation of a municipal jail facility. Knowledge of Police Department services.
• Ability to carry out duties during emergency situations under stressful, life-threatening conditions. Ability to maintain detailed and accurate records. Ability to
• deal with disgruntled members of the public in a tactful manner. Ability to execute and follow oral and written instructions.
• Proficient oral and written communication skills. Proficient physical skills to be able to protect oneself and others. Common sense skill to determine the most appropriate response to emergency situations.

• Work requires employee physically present, and on time, as scheduled.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk and sit.
• The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear and taste or smell.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• The employee must be able to successfully complete the Physical Fitness Performance Evaluation as prescribed by the local Civil Service Rules and Regulations.
• Duties may involve assignments requiring application of hand and eye coordination with finger dexterity and motor coordination.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

• This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
• Employee has access to some confidential information obtained during performance of regular position responsibilities such as law suits, criminal records and investigations.
• Displays willingness to make decisions, exhibits sound and accurate judgment; supports and explains reasoning for decisions; includes appropriate people in decision-making process; makes timely decisions.
• The work consists of a variety of duties which generally follow standardized practices, procedures, regulations or guidelines. The sequence of work and/or the procedures followed vary according to the nature of the transaction and/or the information involved, or sought, in a particular situation.
• While performing the duties of this…