Patrol & Community Safety Officer

City of Red Oak, Texas; Red Oak (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Red Oak seeks a Police Officer to perform law enforcement, traffic control, and crime prevention duties. You will patrol in a radio-equipped vehicle, respond to emergencies, investigate incidents, and interact with the public with professionalism.

Requirements include U.S. citizenship, Texas peace officer license eligibility, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to perform physically demanding tasks. Strong report writing and court testimony skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen, at least 21 years of age.
• Must hold a Basic Peace Officer’s License issued by TCOLE or be eligible to obtain.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D. Certificate.
• DD214 for U.S. military service.
• Visual acuity in both eyes, correctable to at least 20/20 binocular vision.
• Valid driver license with acceptable driving record.
• Computer literate.
• Must meet all physical requirements.

Responsibilities

• Patrols City in radio-equipped vehicle; protect life and property; enforce laws.
• Conducts preliminary investigations of disturbances, burglaries, thefts, accidents, and other incidents.
• Checks buildings for physical security.
• Responds to traffic incidents and emergencies; controls traffic flow.
• Stops drivers, issues citations, and makes arrests as needed.
• Directs traffic at fires, events, and emergencies.
• Interviews victims and witnesses; interrogates suspects; gathers evidence.
• Searches, fingerprints, transports, and books prisoners.
• Prepares arrest reports and documents incidents observed.
• Plans and delivers crime prevention programs to schools, churches, businesses.
• Maintains contact with citizens regarding potential problems.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Report writing

Court testimony

Observation / investigation procedures

Decision making under stress

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Job description

City of Red Oak seeks a Police Officer to perform law enforcement, traffic control, and crime prevention duties. You will patrol in a radio-equipped vehicle, respond to emergencies, investigate incidents, and interact with the public with professionalism.

Requirements include U.S. citizenship, Texas peace officer license eligibility, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to perform physically demanding tasks. Strong report writing and court testimony skills are essential.