Summary:

Under general supervision, protects life and property through crime prevention and the enforcement of City, State, and Federal laws and ordinances. Conducts criminal investigations and performs other specialized duties as assigned. This position is on-site only and not remote. The City participates in the Texas Municipal Retirement System with a 7% employee contribution rate and a 2:1 city match. The city offers a full slate of benefits and pays 100% of the employee cost for both medical and dental insurance and 50% of the cost for dependents. Ancillary benefits are available, and the city does participate in Social Security. To apply for this position, please go to www.farmersvilletx.com/jobs and download the Employment Application. Email the completed application to b.decker@farmersvilletx.com

Essential Job Functions:

Patrols assigned areas to deter crime and enforce applicable laws and City ordinances. Responds to calls for service involving crimes and other related citizen concerns. Safely, and within department policy and applicable law, operates police emergency response vehicle during routine and emergency situations. Responds to traffic accidents and controls traffic flow at accident scenes. Monitors traffic and issues citations and warnings for traffic violations. Arrests suspects in compliance with applicable law and departmental policy. Accurately and thoroughly prepares reports and other documentation related to criminal activity, traffic accidents, and other incidents. Interviews victims, witnesses and suspects. Investigates crimes against persons and property. Gathers evidence, preserves crime scenes, and prepares cases for prosecution. Processes prisoners and secures prisoner property as required. Communicates courteously and interacts with citizens and business owners and participates in community-oriented policing. Testifies in criminal or civil court proceedings as required. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of modern law enforcement and crime prevention principles and practices. Knowledge of Federal, State and Municipal laws, codes and regulations enforcement. Knowledge of patrol, criminal, and traffic investigation methods and techniques. Knowledge of local law enforcement issues and problems. Knowledge of computers and related equipment, hardware, and software. Knowledge of equipment and tools utilized in police operations. Skill in the safe use of firearms. Skill in safely operating police motor vehicles. Skill in decision making in emergency situations. Skill in utilizing crime scene evidence collection equipment. Skill in retaining details of incidents and preparing accurate reports. Skill in effective oral and written communication.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the essential functions of the job is qualifying. A typical way to obtain knowledge and abilities would be: Ability to successfully pass the City of Farmersville s pre-employment screening process including criminal background check, drug screening, and physical examination. High School Diploma or equivalent. Must possess State of Texas Driver s License. Must possess a Basic Texas Peace Officer License through The Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE). May be required to acquire additional certification.