Patrol Officer

Gfoat; Gilmer (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Take-home vehicle within 30 miles

Free medical insurance

Retirement plan

Good rates for optional eye and dental insurance

Off duty security if approved

Job summary

A police department in Texas is seeking a Patrol Officer to enforce laws, respond to emergencies, and conduct investigations. Applicants should possess knowledge of law enforcement practices and the ability to react quickly under pressure. Candidates must meet Texas Police Officer License requirements and pass background checks. The position offers competitive salaries, benefits, and take-home vehicles for eligible officers.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of police practices, methods, procedures and equipment.
• Ability to remain alert and react quickly in stressful situations.
• Skill in effective oral and written communications and defusing hostile individuals.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, psychological test, physical assessment, criminal background check.
• Must possess State of Texas Driver's License at time of employment.

Responsibilities

• Patrol city streets and commercial/residential areas to preserve peace.
• Investigate accidents, crimes, and disturbances.
• Prepare reports and records of incidents and activities.
• Prepare reports and records including logs, investigation reports, citations and arrest reports.

Skills

Knowledge of police practices

Public relations

Report writing

Effective communication

De-escalation under stress

Education

High school diploma or GED

Texas Peace Officer license regulatory awareness

Citizenship in the United States

Tools

Computers and databases

Job description

Patrol Officer

Description: A Licensed Texas Peace Officer

POSITION SUMMARY:

Enforces federal, state and local laws and ordinances under general direction. Performs various duties to support law enforcement activities as well as provide service to the citizens in an efficient and professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Patrols city streets, parks, commercial and residential areas to preserve the peace and enforce the laws and ordinances.
• Detect criminal activities and control vehicular traffic.
• Respond to calls for service; investigate accident scenes, criminal activity reports, civil and domestic disturbances, missing person reports, reports of prowlers and illegal drug activities, etc. and take appropriate actions.
• Investigate and report crimes, accidents, property offenses, and existing unsafe conditions in the streets and/or other places.
• Interview suspects, witnesses and drivers; secure accident or crime scene and preserve evidence.
• Render assistance as needed, including the summoning of ambulances and other emergency or law enforcement assistance.
• Issue citations and make arrests of law violators in accordance with departmental policies and procedures and effective law enforcement techniques.
• Prepare a variety of reports and records including but not limited to daily logs, investigation reports, citations, accident reports and arrest reports.
• Testify in court and communicate with other law enforcement personnel, city Attorney, county prosecutors and district prosecutors as deemed necessary.
• Conduct searches of vehicles, homes, businesses and other locations for contraband and drugs in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
• Assist in serving warrants and subpoenas.
• Provide assistance and information to citizens such as changing a flat tire, directions, traffic safety, crime prevention, referrals, etc.
• Perform escort services for emergency vehicles, funerals, and situations as assigned.

Job Requirements

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge of the specific practices and procedures for assigned unit(s).
• Knowledge of police practices, methods, procedures, equipment, and services.
• Knowledge of customer service and public relations methods and techniques.
• Knowledge of computers and related equipment, hardware and software to prepare reports, maintain and research databases.
• Knowledge of City policies and procedures.
• Ability to acquire skill in the use of firearms, radio equipment, physical defensive tactics and first aid; the ability to acquire skill in the operation of a patrol vehicle and other law enforcement equipment.
• Ability to remain alert at all times and to react quickly, calmly and rationally in times of extreme stress.
• Ability to prioritize in decision-making and make decisive actions.
• Ability to enforce laws firmly, tactfully and impartially.
• Operate police vehicle in a safe and courteous manner.
• Must obtain and maintain all required departmental and TCOLE certifications.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in performance of duties.
• Skill in effective oral and written communications.
• Skill in handling and defusing confrontational and/or hostile individuals.
• Skill in responding appropriately in an emergency situation.
• Skill in implementing and enforcing laws, codes and regulations to protect the public safety.
• Skill in resolving customer complaints and concerns.

Preferred Education, Experience, and Certifications:

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Must be a United States citizen.
• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age.
• 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 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.
• Must possess State of Texas Drivers License at the time of employment.

Salaries and Benefits:

THE POLICE DEPARTMENT OFFERS TAKE HOME VEHICLES TO OFFICERS WHO LIVE WITHIN 30 MILES OF CITY.

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

City provides excellent benefits free medical insurance for officers.

Employee pays for their spouse or family with good rates for optional eye and dental insurance.

Retirement plan with benefits for employees and their dependents.

Pay depending on experience.

We offer certificate pay from immediate and up.

We offer some off duty security as available and approved by Chief of Police.

Application Deadline:

Position will remain open until filled.

To Apply:

Please email your attached resume as well as supporting documentation to: [e-mail].

You may also request an application to be sent you via email.

You can fill it out and submitted/completed to: [e-mail] or in person at:

Quitman Police Department

401 S. Main St.

Quitman, Texas