Police Officer

Job Title

Police Officer

Job Description

Under general supervision, performs standard police work in the protection of life and property through the enforcement of laws and ordinances, generally consisting of routine patrol, preliminary investigations and traffic regulation duties.

Essential Functions

Patrols assigned areas and provides security and crime prevention, looking for unusual or suspicious activities or persons, identifying and addressing repetitive problems or crimes; provides scene security and protection for Fire and Medical personnel.

Patrols the City to respond to citizens' requests for assistance, enforce traffic regulations, detect crime, apprehend violators, and ensure public safety; maintains vehicle and equipment according to Department standards.

Enforces local, state and Federal laws, and Municipal Code.

Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls for service; interrogates and communicates with victims, witnesses and suspects in cases.

Completes detailed reports and required paperwork.

Arrests law violators; transports and processes suspects, victims and prisoners; serves arrest and search warrants; serves and enforces orders of protection.

Represents the City Police at court hearings; prepares reports and testifies in court cases.

Investigates crimes and accidents as required; secures and processes crime and accident scenes; identifies and collects evidence.

Presents education and information through community and school awareness projects, counsel citizens on law enforcement activities, programs and referral resources.

Assists other Police personnel, outside organizations and businesses, and Federal, state and local law enforcement organizations.

Participates in problem-oriented policing efforts by identifying problem areas, recommending and implementing solutions, and monitoring the results.

Maintains the integrity, professionalism, philosophies, attitudes, and values of the Police Department by assuring that all rules and regulations are followed.

Participates in ongoing training to enhance law enforcement skills including firearms proficiency, defensive driving skills, apprehension and arrest techniques, investigative skills, and general law enforcement skills.

Ability to arrive to work on time and must maintain a regular and reliable level of attendance.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Geography of the city and the location of important buildings.
• Criminal justice and court systems, procedures and protocols in Texas.
• Investigative procedures, protocols for observation of critical details, and methods for interviewing witnesses, victims, and suspects.
• Hazardous chemicals and materials, first aid and CPR.
• Basic criminal law with reference to the apprehension, arrest, and custody of persons committing misdemeanors and felonies, including preservation and presentation of evidence in traffic and criminal cases.
• Basic juvenile law, disposition policies and court procedures.
• Principles of record keeping and records management.
• Interpreting laws and regulations, making independent decisions, maintaining composure, and working effectively under stressful conditions and emergency situations.
• Exercising controlled discretion in communicating with criminal suspects and mediating difficult situations.
• Gathering and evaluating facts and evidence, drawing logical conclusions and making proper recommendations.
• Using and maintaining a variety of firearms and special law enforcement equipment.
• Operating motor vehicles during emergencies and high-risk situations.
• Interacting with people of different social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Operating a personal computer and software applications.
• Following and effectively communicating verbal and written instructions.
• Preparing comprehensive professional reports and accurately completing paperwork.

Education, Experience, Certificates, and Licenses Required

High school graduation or equivalent and completion of Law Enforcement Training Academy.

A Valid Class C Texas driver license and the ability to maintain a satisfactory driving record.

Must possess a TCOLE License.

Benefits

Experience job stability and attractive benefits by pursuing a full-time career in municipal government with the City of Ennis.

• Medical insurance.
• Prescription coverage with generic prescriptions covered 100%.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Basic life insurance and Accidental death and dismemberment insurance equal to one­ times your annual salary up to a plan maximum of $250,000.
• Optional short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance.
• Retirement benefits through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 7 % employee contribution and a 2:1 City match.
• Paid Time Off (PTO), based on education level and prior years of similar work experience, earned on an accrual basis, and made available to you upon hire.
• 96 hours per year of individual catastrophic sick time off (ICS), for catastrophic illness.
• 12 (twelve) city-paid holidays.
• Gym membership - reimbursed up to $35 per month ($15 for membership and $20 if you attend 10 times a month).
• Cash awards for participation in the Wellness plan.
• $100 per year of service awarded annually as longevity pay, after the first full year of employment.
• Several optional, rich benefits which are fully competitive within the metroplex.

Contact Information

City of Ennis

107 N Sherman St. Ennis, Texas, 75119

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