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City of Van

Police Officer

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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

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Job Description

Officers must respond to calls and complete reports in a timely manner, enforce criminal and traffic laws, make lawful arrests when warranted, perform building checks, and display proactive police techniques within the City of Van and the surrounding area. Must be present for work and maintain good attendance. Maintain production as a proactive Police Department. Display honor, courtesy, and integrity always. Respond to calls and complete calls for service sheets or reports in a timely manner. Properly collect and log evidence. Attending state-mandated training along with other training classes. Testify in court as necessary. Safeguard life and property. Perform other related duties as assigned. Step pay based on total years of TCOLE certification.
Qualifications:
Minimum requirements Must be a current United States of America Citizen or legal permanent resident. Must have either High School Diploma or GED Must be age 21 or older and have a current and valid TCOLE license as a peace officer. Must possess a valid class C driver's license. Must be a certified TCOLE peace Officer Knowledge, skills, and abilities Communicate in the English language. Can type reports and have typing skills on a computer. Complete all steps for the hiring process to include: Written application Detailed personal history statement Thorough background check Interview board set forth by the Chief of Police Psychological and medical examinations Drug screening