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Town Of Prosper

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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

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Job Description

Acting under the general supervision of a police sergeant. This position performs law enforcement and crime prevention work; to control traffic flow and enforce State and local traffic regulations; to perform investigative work and other special assignments; and to perform a variety of technical and administrative tasks in support of the Department. This is a non-sworn position.
Qualifications:
Qualifications:
Must have a high school diploma or GED with 12 college credit hours for the GED. Must be a Unites States citizen. Applicants must be a minimum of 20 years of age to apply and must be 21 years of age upon graduating from the Police Academy. Applicants with military experience require discharge be under honorable conditions. No felony or Class A misdemeanor convictions; no Class B misdemeanor convictions within the past 10 years. Must be able to pass the police academy and state licensing test(s). Must meet and maintain all regulatory requirements for Texas Police Officer License. Must obtain and maintain all required departmental and TCOLE certifications. Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, psychological test, physical assessment, criminal background check and post-offer physical exam. Must possess State of Texas Drivers License at the time of employment.