Police Officer (Certified ONLY)

Police Officer

Provides crime prevention and law enforcement services for the Town through proactive patrol, preliminary investigations, and traffic control duties in a designated area during an assigned shift. This position is open to those who are currently certified as a Peace Officer by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) OR Out of State Peace Officers who can meet minimum standards for Texas licensure (TCOLE RULE 217.1).

Examples of duties include patrolling a specific beat, promoting public safety, responding to calls for police service, conducting thorough investigations, securing crime scenes, directing traffic, completing reports, guarding and transporting prisoners, testifying as a witness, operating and maintaining vehicle and issued equipment, attending training activities, and maintaining a positive working relationship with the public and co-workers.

Minimum qualifications include being a U.S. citizen, having a valid state issued driver's license, passing all steps of the hiring process, being at least 21 years of age, being currently certified as a Peace Officer by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE), successfully completing the Police Training Officer (PTO) field training program, and meeting other specified requirements.

Desired qualifications include having a general working knowledge of Police Officer and / or law enforcement regulations, excellent communicative skills, bilingual skills, the ability to communicate courteously and effectively, and the ability to maintain confidentiality with criminal and investigative information.

The hiring process includes a 2000 Meter / 4-Minute Row Evaluation, an interview with a background investigator, an oral board with members of the Police Department, a background investigation, a polygraph examination, a psychological examination, and a medical examination / drug screen.

A Sign-On Incentive of $20,000 will be provided to the newly hired TCOLE Certified Peace Officer with two or more years of law enforcement experience.