Entry Level Police Officer

JOB SUMMARY :

Under supervision, patrol the city to enforce law and order; respond to dispatch calls; and perform special assignments to protect life and property through detection and crime prevention under the laws of the city, state, and United States; carry out special assignments in the field of police work; do related work as required; provide reports of assignments and/or related work as needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

Respond to police calls from dispatcher; house or business burglary, auto thefts, auto accidents, criminal mischief; alarms, domestic violence, assistance to elderly or disabled persons who have accidents in the home; drive to the scene; provide protection or assistance or apprehend suspects. Write police reports when offense occurs which necessitates documentation; adhere to proper police procedures; and the Police Officer's Code of Ethics. Patrol city streets when not on an assigned call (drive-by's and foot patrols); buildings or homes for burglars; give traffic citations; serve warrants; assist citizens, for example by changing tires or giving directions. Perform miscellaneous duties; attend shift briefings; obtain assignments and equipment; compile reports; appear in court for testimony; communicate with other officers, detectives, district attorney's office about cases; serve as court bailiff; transfer prisoners to and from county jail; vacuum/clean inside of vehicle. Work in the office; occasionally relieve dispatcher.

BASIC FUNCTIONS:

Perform other work duties as assigned

ESSENTIAL WORK HABIT:

Regular Attendance in a workplace environment. QUALIFICATIONS: KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES, MINIMUM REQUIRES FOR EMPLOYMENT and EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE High School Diploma or G.E.D. Valid TX Driver's License or available alternative means of transportation. Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background investigation #J-18808-Ljbffr Gfoat