Lateral Police Officer - Patrol & Community Safety

El Paso County 911 District; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

City of El Paso is seeking candidates for the Lateral Police Officer Academy. Selected officers will complete classroom and field training, then patrol assigned areas to deter crime and protect the public.

Requirements include a HS diploma or GED, 12 college credits, 3 years of patrol experience, and a current or eligible Texas Peace Officer license, with US citizenship and clear background checks.

Qualifications

• Education and experience: HS diploma or GED plus 12 credit hours from an accredited college/university.
• Minimum 3 years of patrol duty while employed full-time by a police department or equivalent.
• Must be US citizen and either have an honorable discharge or be eligible for one.

Responsibilities

• Attend the Lateral Police Officer Academy and complete classroom and field training.
• Patrol streets, parks, and assignments to prevent/detect crimes and enforce laws.
• Prepare reports, interview witnesses, and coordinate with other agencies as needed.

Skills

Patrol experience

Honorable Discharge eligibility

US citizenship

Education

High School Diploma or GED

12 college credit hours

Tools

Texas Peace Officer License (TCOLE)

Texas Driver's License Class C

Job description

City of El Paso is seeking candidates for the Lateral Police Officer Academy. Selected officers will complete classroom and field training, then patrol assigned areas to deter crime and protect the public.

Requirements include a HS diploma or GED, 12 college credits, 3 years of patrol experience, and a current or eligible Texas Peace Officer license, with US citizenship and clear background checks.