Police Officer (TCOLE Certified - Texas experienced only)

Job Posting

City of Frisco

$89,198.00 - $107,024.00 Annually

Frisco, TX

Full Time

Police Department

POLICE OPERATIONS

Opening Date : 10 / 01 / 2024

Closing Date : 9 / 30 / 2025 at 12 : 00 AM Central Time (US & Canada)

Summary

Under general supervision of a Police Sergeant, enforces Federal, State and City laws, rules, regulations, ordinances, and codes, by performing various law enforcement tasks that support law enforcement and crime prevention activities. Performs investigative work and other special assignments; performs a variety of technical and administrative tasks in support of the Frisco Police Department. Maintains a high visibility in the community to deter and prevent criminal activity and educates the public in ways to protect themselves from criminal activity and / or prevent accidents and injuries. The intent of this position description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this position. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description and incumbent(s) may be required to perform position-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description.

Essential Job Functions & Other Important Duties

Essential Job Functions : General / Patrol / Criminal Investigation

• Conducts routine patrol of assigned City areas to assist in crime prevention efforts, reports and responds to suspicious circumstances, traffic violations, and hazards to life or property.
• Responds to calls for service including the investigation of civil and criminal activity, citizen complaints, traffic accidents and domestic violence issues.
• Mediates and / or negotiates conflicts and disagreements within the community.
• Arrests (forcibly if necessary), charges, and books violators of laws or individuals with outstanding warrants for their arrest.
• Presents testimony and evidence in municipal and county courts on traffic, civil, or criminal cases.
• Assists with Police Department and City sponsored events including traffic and crowd control.
• Advocates public awareness for crime prevention, neighborhood watch, and other citizen programs.
• Completes reports, citations, documentation, and case files in a timely manner.
• Gathers and information in criminal investigations by interviewing & obtaining statements of victims, witnesses, suspects, and confidential informers.
• Plans, implements, and completes criminal investigations and law violations using physical evident, statements, and further evidence gathered within the department and effective law enforcement techniques.
• Analyzes criminal, emergency, and law violation situations to determine best method or procedure.
• Transports prisoners to county jails.
• Prepares written reports as required by specific area of assignment.
• Informs crime victims of prosecution procedures, discuss investigation procedures.
• Checks condition and status of assigned equipment; secures all equipment before leaving it unattended.

Administrative / Community Relations / Background Investigations Assignments :

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Job Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Education, Experience, and Certifications / Licenses :