Reports to: Patrol Sergeant Overall Responsibilities Under supervision, patrol and provide enforcement, detection and crime prevention under the laws of the City, State, and United States government. 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. Specific Responsibilities Enforce appropriate City Ordinances, State and Federal laws and all written directives. Know and understand the policies of this department and adhere to them. Follow a chain of command and instructions, receptive to supervision. Conduct accurate, thorough and complete investigations. Work well with the public and coworkers daily, communicate effectively, and maintain alertness, composure, helpful attitude, and professionalism in all circumstances, including stress, verbal abuse, criticism and other adverse conditions. Required Skills Will need to know how to operate or be able to learn to operate a data terminal for police purposes. Must be able to shoot a pistol, rifle, and shotgun and demonstrate proficiency to required state standards with any weapons used. Perform defensive and other hand to hand combat tactics. Operate a vehicle under adverse or stressful conditions. Be able to maintain personal and departmental equipment that is used for the job. Any other duty requested or required. Education High school diploma or equivalent. Must have a Texas driver’s license without restrictions (exception: A). Also must have at least a Texas Basic Peace Officer’s license. Experience No previous experience required, unless otherwise noted in job post. Employee must have at least a Texas Basic Peace Officer’s license that is current with the State of Texas. Prior experience is preferred. Must be a US citizen.
Physical Requirements Person should be in good overall health with no deficiencies that would prohibit or hinder the physical demands of a police officer. Be able to walk long distances, run when the situation requires, climb and crawl under most conditions. Forcefully grab, restrain, and control suspects. Operate a motor vehicle for long periods of time. Work overtime and long hours when required. Assist EMS or fire department with rescue efforts as requested.
Miscellaneous Information Paid Benefits; medical, dental, vision. Paid city holidays, vacation, sick time, and retirement with Texas Municipal Retirement System.
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