Police Officer

Summary

Enforce federal, state and local laws. Ensure the safety and integrity of the Municipal Court Room. Serve warrants as issued and assigned by supervisor. Patrol assigned areas to discourage crime, observe law violations and to take appropriate action to render assistance as needed. Respond to all calls for assistance and take appropriate action following departmental policies and procedures. Secure the crime scene and arrest criminal suspects. Engage in traffic control by directing traffic, issuing citations and investigating accidents. Prepare patrol reports, offense reports and arresting reports. Give advice to citizens concerning laws and ordinances. Assist with criminal investigations upon request. Guard and transport prisoners when necessary. Testify as a witness in court when necessary. Ensure that all vehicles and personal equipment are maintained in a proper working order.Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalent; Valid Texas driver's licenseBASIC:Licensed Law Enforcement Officer in TexasINTERMEDIATE:Intermediate Peace Officer Certificate, issued by TCOLEADVANCED:Advanced Peace Officer Certificate, issued by TCOLEMASTER:Master Peace Officer Certificate, issued by TCOLEPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Lifting 50 lbs. and over. Sitting, stooping, bending, standing, pushing, pulling, squatting, walking, carrying and twisting associated with Police Department functions. Fingers, hands and arm dexterity; eye-hand coordination; good hearing and vision#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

Enforce federal, state and local laws. Ensure the safety and integrity of the Municipal Court Room. Serve warrants as issued and assigned by supervisor. Patrol assigned areas to discourage crime, observe law violations and to take appropriate action to render assistance as needed. Respond to all calls for assistance and take appropriate action following departmental policies and procedures. Secure the crime scene and arrest criminal suspects. Engage in traffic control by directing traffic, issuing citations and investigating accidents. Prepare patrol reports, offense reports and arresting reports. Give advice to citizens concerning laws and ordinances. Assist with criminal investigations upon request. Guard and transport prisoners when necessary. Testify as a witness in court when necessary. Ensure that all vehicles and personal equipment are maintained in a proper working order.Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalent; Valid Texas driver's licenseBASIC:Licensed Law Enforcement Officer in TexasINTERMEDIATE:Intermediate Peace Officer Certificate, issued by TCOLEADVANCED:Advanced Peace Officer Certificate, issued by TCOLEMASTER:Master Peace Officer Certificate, issued by TCOLEPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Lifting 50 lbs. and over. Sitting, stooping, bending, standing, pushing, pulling, squatting, walking, carrying and twisting associated with Police Department functions. Fingers, hands and arm dexterity; eye-hand coordination; good hearing and vision#J-18808-Ljbffr