Patrol Officer: Serve, Protect, and Investigate

Amarillo Police Department; Amarillo (TX); Presencial; USD 68.000 - 83.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Amarillo Police Department is seeking officers after successful completion of the Police Academy to patrol assigned areas and respond to calls for service. The role includes investigating traffic accidents, enforcing laws, and writing detailed reports.

Civil service tests are part of the process with deadlines in December 2026. Additional duties include interviewing victims and witnesses, making arrests, testifying in court, and supporting crime prevention efforts.

Formación

• Must be a U.S. citizen with good character and no felony or Class A convictions.
• Must read, write and speak English at a high school graduate level.
• Thorough knowledge of law enforcement practices and procedures.
• Ability to operate computers for data entry and word processing.

Responsabilidades

• Patrol assigned areas on foot and in vehicle.
• Investigate traffic accidents and enforce traffic laws.
• Respond to all calls for service and prepare written reports.
• Interview victims and witnesses, make arrests, and transport prisoners as needed.
• Present testimony in court and perform related duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

Citizenship requirement

English proficiency

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Law enforcement knowledge

Computer literacy

Educación

High school diploma or GED

DD-214 (if applicable)

Descripción del empleo

Amarillo Police Department is seeking officers after successful completion of the Police Academy to patrol assigned areas and respond to calls for service. The role includes investigating traffic accidents, enforcing laws, and writing detailed reports.

Civil service tests are part of the process with deadlines in December 2026. Additional duties include interviewing victims and witnesses, making arrests, testifying in court, and supporting crime prevention efforts.