Lateral Police Officer Program - Academy Path

Austin Police Department; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 97,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Police Department seeks lateral officers for its Lateral Officer Program. Responsibilities include responding to calls, enforcing traffic laws, investigations, and testifying in court. Applicants must be U.S. citizens, have a valid Texas drivers license, and a high school diploma or GED.

The department emphasizes equal opportunity employment and offers a structured pay progression after academy graduation, with initial pay around $97,385 per year and potential higher steps.

Qualifications

• At least 20.5 of age at time of application.
• U.S. Citizen, born or naturalized.
• Have a valid Driver’s License.
• High School Diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Read and write English.
• Perform law enforcement duties including: Respond to calls for service; Enforce traffic laws; Conduct preliminary investigations of crimes; Execute all lawful process; Arrest offenders with/without warrant when authorized by law; Investigate motor vehicle crashes; Prepare written reports; Give testimony in court.
• Confer with local law enforcement, criminal justice, and emergency response agencies on mutual matters.

Skills

English literacy

Strong communication

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Integrity

Physical fitness

Courage and initiative

Reaction and decision making

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Austin Police Department seeks lateral officers for its Lateral Officer Program. Responsibilities include responding to calls, enforcing traffic laws, investigations, and testifying in court. Applicants must be U.S. citizens, have a valid Texas drivers license, and a high school diploma or GED.

The department emphasizes equal opportunity employment and offers a structured pay progression after academy graduation, with initial pay around $97,385 per year and potential higher steps.