Police Officer

City of Alvin; Alvin (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Alvin seeks a Police Officer to enforce state and local laws, protect public safety, and perform duties with independence under established procedures. The role involves exposure to potentially dangerous situations, apprehending criminals, and transporting prisoners while reporting to the Sergeant or Lieutenant.

Requirements include being at least 21, possessing a high school diploma or GED, eligibility for TCOLE certification, U.S.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED (If GED - must have postsecondary credits or military service).
• Must be eligible for TCOLE certification or already certified.
• Must pass a background investigation including polygraph, psychological and drug screens.
• Must be a US citizen.

Responsibilities

• Enforce state and local laws to protect public safety and welfare.
• Apprehend criminals and transport prisoners as required.
• Report to the Sergeant or Lieutenant and maintain prescribed standards.

Skills

US Citizenship

TCOLE certified

Background check

Physical agility

Age 21+

Education

HS diploma or GED

Job description

Job Announcement

The purpose of this position is to perform a wide variety of police duties to ensure the just enforcement of state and local laws relating to public safety and welfare. The incumbent must be able to exercise independent judgment and perform duties according to detailed instructions with strict adherence to prescribed standards and procedures, without close supervision. Duties include an element of personal danger, i.e., exposure to life-threatening circumstances, apprehending criminals, and transporting prisoners. Performs related work as required. Reports to the Sergeant and/or Lieutenant as assigned.

Police Officer Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED (If GED - Must have either 12 hours of college credit with at least a 2.0 grade point average on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent on other grading scales) or 2 years of US military service with an Honorable Discharge).
• Must be eligible to be TCOLE certified or already certified.
• Must be able to pass a background investigation which includes polygraph, psychological and physical/ drug screen exams.
• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must be able to pass a physical agility test.

Salary

Police Cadet: $23.63 per hour.
Police Officer Certified: $36.13 per hour.

Special Notice

• Applicants will be notified of the testing date, time and venue via email. Be sure to check emails and read them carefully.