Police Officer

Police Officer

Under minimal supervision of the Corporal, a Police Officer is required to patrol the city enforcing state and city laws, respond to emergency calls and takes necessary action. Direct traffic, issue citations and investigate accidents. Prepares patrol, offensive and arrest reports; advise citizens regarding laws and ordinances; and other duties as assigned.

Investigate citizen complaints, motor vehicle accidents, all crimes against persons and property. Respond to domestic disturbances, fights, calls of loud music and noises. Close patrol of residencies and businesses. Enforcement of traffic laws, including DWI. Arrest offenders when probable cause exists and write all applicable reports. Attend scheduled training sessions and demonstrate competent weapons proficiency. Testify in courts and grand jury when needed. Respond to calls concerning animals and vicious dogs. Escort funeral processions. Wrestle with hostile subjects and take appropriate action against resisting offenders. Required to preserve crime scenes and malfunctioning traffic lights. Be able to take orders from supervisors and detectives. Be able to run after fleeing suspects and perform building searches. Perform CPR and administer first aid.

Must have successfully completed the police academy. Must complete a rigorous agility test as a pre-employment of the Police Officer position and must maintain the physical ability requirements for the Police Officer position. Must obtain a current Basic Peace Officer TCLEOSE certification, within fifteen (15) months of employment. Working knowledge of Texas laws. Must have good communication skills and public relations skills dealing with the general public in everyday activities. Must pass a medical physical examination and drug test. Must pass a criminal background check. Must not have any felony convictions or Class A or B misdemeanor convictions. Must not be on probation for a criminal offense or been discharged from military service under less than honorable conditions. Must not have been convicted or placed on probation of any type by any state or federal government for driving while intoxicated or driving under the influence of drugs in the last ten (10) years. Must be at least 21 years of age. High School diploma or GED. Valid Class C Texas State Driver's License and safe driving record.