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What they do
A Law Enforcement Officer enforces jurisdictional laws, maintains public safety, and protects property and people in the community. Patrols neighborhoods, responds to emergency calls and crime scenes, watches for traffic and driving violations. Authorized to arrest criminals; prepares cases and testifies in court.
$64,419 / year median in Texas
+5% projected growth
Job Description
JOB TITLE
Police Officer-Full Time
DEPARTMENT
Police Department
REPORTS TO
Chief of Police
JOB SUMMARY
Perform law enforcement work in order to preserve public peace and protect lives, property and rights of the public and to enforce statutory law and municipal ordinances under the Chief of Police.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Enforces traffic and parking laws and ordinances by issuing citations to violators Responding to calls for service within the city limits Investigate traffic accidents Protects citizens by patrolling businesses and residential areas and looking for suspicious persons or events May perform other duties by serving warrants, transporting prisoners, testifying in court, completing computer work, investigating crime scenes, collecting evidence Searching, pursuing, and detaining suspects Participate in mandatory and elective training Keeping proficient with firearms and self-defense Being familiar with the Glen Rose Police Department Policies and Standard Operating Procedures as well as the City of Glen Rose Ordinances Being familiar with Texas Penal Code, Texas Code of Criminal Procedures, Texas Transportation Code, Texas Family Code and Texas Health and Safety Code Cooperate and work with local, state and federal entities
BENEFITS
Uniforms & Equipment provided Health/Vision/Dental/Life Insurance 13 Paid Holidays 2:1 City match with
Texas Municipal Retirement System Qualifications:
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
High school diploma or equivalent
Must hold a valid Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Peace Officer License-- Prior law enforcement experience preferred, but not required Strong communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills
Must be able to perform all physical duties and operate law enforcement equipment Must pass background investigation, physical, psychological exam, and drug screening