Police Officer Trainee

SUPERVISION RECEIVED Work is performed under the general supervision of a Field Training Officer. SUPERVISION EXERCISED None. Phase 1. Trainee must complete the basic academy by passing all phases and passing the TCOLE test. Phase 2. Trainee must satisfactorily complete the field training regimen. If a person is hired having already completed Phase 1, then they must satisfactorily complete Phase 2. RESPONSIBILITIES Patrol City in a radio-equipped car. Answer calls for the protection of life and property and the enforcement of City, County and State laws. Conduct preliminary and follow-up investigations of disturbances, prowlers, burglaries, thefts, hold‑ups, deaths, and other criminal incidents as assigned. Respond to calls related to traffic incidents and any other required emergencies. Observe, monitor, and control routine and unusual traffic conditions. Stop drivers who are operating vehicles in violation of laws. Warn drivers against unlawful practices. Issue citations. Assist and advise motorists and enforce traffic safety laws. Make arrests, as necessary. Interview victims, complainants, and witnesses. Administer first aid, as necessary. Interrogate suspects. Search and transport prisoners. Prepare reports of arrests made, activities performed, and unusual incidents observed. Testify and present evidence in court. Serve warrants and subpoenas. Keep up-to-date on laws and procedures required for processing warrants. Retrieve and request information involving arrests and subpoenas. File complaints and perform other work related to the processing of misdemeanor and felony complaints. Collect and preserve evidence at accident scenes and crime scenes. Lift fingerprints. Draw sketches and take photographs. Maintain contact with citizens regarding potential law enforcement problems and preserve good relationships with the general public. Be truthful and honest, maintaining the ability to be a credible and qualified witness in court proceedings and reliably truthful in internal police operations. Perform related duties as assigned. Attendance is an essential function of this job. Be prompt and reliable in reporting for duty, working a complete assigned schedule and responding for duty whenever required by the Department. Exhibit the City of Harker Heights’ Core Values. QUALIFICATIONS Possess a high school diploma or GED with proof of at least 12 hours of credit from an accredited institution of higher education. Possession of, or ability to obtain, appropriate Police certification issued by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education. Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid Texas driver’s license. Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. #J-18808-Ljbffr