Police Officer

Application Deadline Notice: This position will remain open until filled. The City reserves the right to close this posting at any time, without notice, once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible. We are looking for dedicated individuals who want to grow with an agency and community that values them Lateral Pay Available for Experienced Police Officers up to $72,294! The City of Venus is one of the fastest growing cities in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex with growth rates between 10% and 15% per year for the past several years. The city has approximately 25,000 residential homes in various stages of planning with various other large developments potentially adding to that number. Come be a part of the foundation of a rapidly growing police department that values community, friendliness, training, progressive ideals, and teamwork. The City is seeking qualified and motivated applicants who have completed the police academy or are currently enrolled in the police academy with a graduation date by the end of August 2026 with or without police experience. The city offers a comprehensive benefits plan including: TCOLE Certification Pay – Up to $1.00 per hour increase TMRS 20-year retirement with 2 to 1 matching 7% Patrol Take Home Car Program Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time NEW Night Shift Differential pay of $.50 per hour, Bilingual Pay, and Education Pay added this budget year! Fully paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for the employee and 50% of eligible dependents medical, dental, and vision insurance will be paid by the city. $1500 deductible for an individual plan / $3000 deductible for family plans HRA account with city contributions. Current city contribution is $500 a year Flexible policies allowing beards and visible tattoos For questions please contact View email address on click.appcast.io City Issues all duty gear including firearm with red dot sight, patrol rifle, and rifle resistant vest. LBVs recently approved 12 Hour Work Shifts / Every other Friday, Saturday, and Sunday off DEFINITION: This is general duty police work on an assigned shift involving the protection of life and property. To perform a variety of duties in the enforcement of laws and the prevention of crimes; to control traffic flow and enforce State and local traffic regulations; and to perform a variety of technical and administrative tasks in support of the Department. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Patrol within the City Limits to preserve law and order, discover and prevent the commission of crimes, and enforce traffic and other laws and ordinances; check buildings for physical security. Respond to general public service calls and complaints including domestic disturbances, civil complaints, property control, automobile accidents, robberies, and related misdemeanor and felony incidents and offenses. Collect, process, photograph and present evidence including fingerprints and other related physical evidence. Enforce traffic laws and ordinances; check speed with radar; issue warnings and citations. May direct traffic at fires, special events, and other emergency or congested situations. Investigate traffic accidents, conduct investigations of serious injury and fatality traffic accidents. Contact and cooperate with other law enforcement agencies in matters relating to the apprehension of offenders and the investigation of offenses. Maintain contact with citizens regarding potential law enforcement problems and preserve good relationships with the general public; take an active role in areas of public education relative to crime and crime prevention. Prepare reports on arrests made, activities performed and unusual incidents observed. Investigate crimes; gather and preserve evidence; interview victims, complainants and witnesses; identify and interrogate suspects; apprehend and arrest offenders; testify and present evidence in court. Maintain custody of prisoners; transport prisoners to jail. Other duties may be required and assigned. DISCLAIMERS: Employment contingent upon successful completion of a thorough background investigation. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This description reflects management’s assessment of essential job functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. This job description is subject to change at any time. The City of Venus is committed to compliance with the American Disabilities Act & Amendments Act. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please contact the Human Resources Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io. The City of Venus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. QUALIFICATIONS/GUIDELINES Education and/or Experience Must possess a high school diploma or equivalency Must meet the minimum requirements for State licensing as established by T.C.O.L.E. Graduation from an accredited police academy by August 30, 2026 License, Certifications Must possess, at the time of employment and continuously throughout employment, a valid Texas driver’s license Must be able to be commissioned as a Peace Officer in the State of Texas Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Police methods and procedures including patrol, crime prevention, traffic control, investigation and identification techniques Criminal law and criminal procedure with particular reference to the apprehension, arrest and custody of persons committing misdemeanors and felonies, including rules of evidence pertaining to the seizure and preservation of evidence Offensive and defensive weapons nomenclature and theory First aid principles, practices and techniques Self-defense tactics Common Police Practices Observe accurately and remember names, faces, numbers, incidents and places Use and properly care for firearms Understand, interpret and apply laws, regulations, policies and procedures Prepare clear, accurate and grammatically correct written reports Analyze situations quickly and objectively to determine and take emergency action Identify potential crime situations or traffic hazards and take preventive action Learn the operation of standard equipment and facilities required in the performance of assigned tasks Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work WORKING CONDITIONS Office and patrol environment. Work involves driving a police vehicle with periods of walking, climbing stairs, running, standing, stooping, climbing, bending, and kneeling. Work in inclement weather conditions; exposure to dust, bodily fluids, communicable diseases, and noise. May be exposed to toxic chemicals or fumes or possible explosions. Exposure to stressful and dangerous situations. High risk of injury due to exposure to violent people and situations, especially while in uniform and armed. Light lifting and investigation in confined areas. Operate firearms. Availability for shift work, including weekends and holidays, on-call, overtime. #J-18808-Ljbffr