Patrol Officer: Protecting People & Public Safety

Cityofmaypearl; Texas; On-site; USD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Caldwell is seeking a Patrol Officer to perform a variety of assignments within the police department. Responsibilities include enforcing laws, preserving the peace, investigating crimes, and responding to calls in a timely manner.

Qualified candidates must be a high school graduate and hold a valid Texas Peace Officer License. They must also demonstrate strong communication, ethics, and stress-management skills, with the ability to work with the public and other authorities.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of local, state, and federal government practices and laws.
• Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with public and officials.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Ability to organize data and maintain records.

Responsibilities

• Enforce laws and ordinances to preserve life and the public peace.
• Investigate crimes and apprehend offenders.
• Protect lives, property, and individual rights.
• Comply with department orders and lawful directives.
• Provide general police service where appropriate.
• Prevent and detect crimes and respond to assignments promptly.
• Complete accurate reports and maintain custody of evidence as required.

Skills

Govern­ment knowledge

Public relations

Communication skills

Multitasking

Data organization

Team collaboration

Public communication

Stress management

Education

High school diploma

Texas Peace Officer License (TCOLE)

Job description

The City of Caldwell is seeking a Patrol Officer to perform a variety of assignments within the police department. Responsibilities include enforcing laws, preserving the peace, investigating crimes, and responding to calls in a timely manner.

Qualified candidates must be a high school graduate and hold a valid Texas Peace Officer License. They must also demonstrate strong communication, ethics, and stress-management skills, with the ability to work with the public and other authorities.