Police Officer

$75k Per Year DOE (Depends on Experience) Position range in Collin County $55k•$86k Per Year Police Officer MELISSA•CITY OF

Occupation:

Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers

Location:

MELISSA, TX

•75454

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment

Posted:

04/29/2026 Positions available: 1

Source:

WorkInTexas

Web Site:

WorkInTexas Onsite /

Remote:

Work onsite all of the time

Updated:

05/02/2026

Expires:

05/29/2026 Job #: 17008002 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite Full Time Education High School Diploma or Equivalent Age 21 and up CDL Required Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Help for . Description

Police Officer Job Summary:

Under the direct supervision of a Patrol Sergeant, the purpose of this position is to enforce state and municipal laws in order to ensure the safety of the Citys citizens and to perform duties in accordance with State Statues and established departmental policies, procedures and guidelines.

Job Duties:

Tasks are service and protection oriented and includes the following: Collecting and dispensing information, arbitrating disputes, providing assistance, protecting and recovering property, preventing crime, investigating, executing search warrants, issuing citations, making court appearances, and providing other public protection services. Duties include an element of personal danger, i.e. exposure to life-threatening circumstances, apprehending criminals, and transporting criminals as well as perform related work as required.

Qualifications:

Must be at least 21 years of age. Must be a high school graduate or possess a GED Certificate. Must hold a TCOLE Certification. Must have a valid State of Texas drivers license and good driving record. Must be able to read and write the English language. Ability to pass an oral interview board. Ability to pass a thorough background investigation. Ability to pass a psychological evaluation. Ability to pass a job placement assessment (physical). Ability to pass a drug test. •For additional qualifications and Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required please see detailed job description.

Hours:

Varied Shifts Non-Exempt Position •

IMPORTANTINSTRUCTIONS BELOW

To be considered for this position a Personal History Statement will be required and must be submitted to the address below either by mail or in person. To get a copy of the Personal History Statement form pleasego to the City of Melissa website> Departments > Human Resources > Forms> Pre-Employment Forms. For a complete , please contact Human Resources at mmccabe@cityofmelissa.com

Personal History Statement Submissions:

City of Melissa

Attn:

Police Department 3411 Barker Avenue•Melissa, TX 75454