POLICE OFFICER

Bellairetx; Bellaire, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Bellaire in Bellaire, TX is seeking Police Officers to join a small-city team dedicated to public safety and community service.

Officers will respond to emergencies, conduct investigations, and perform patrols while upholding city values of stewardship, creativity, and camaraderie. Applicants must be 21+, hold or be eligible for a Texas Peace Officer license, and may have college credits or work experience as alternatives.

Qualifications

• Age 21 years or older upon appointment.
• Education/Experience: either 9 college credits with a 3.0+ GPA or 2+ years of work experience.
• Active Basic Peace Officer license (TCOLE) at time of appointment; academy enrollment considered).

Responsibilities

• Maintain public safety and enforce laws.
• Respond to 911 or non-emergency calls; provide basic EMS as appropriate.
• Conduct initial investigations, assess crime scenes, and complete reports.
• Assist with warrants, CID surveillance, and court appearances.
• Perform animal control, jail duties, and manage housing for roaming animals.
• Respond to homeless/mental health calls and refer to appropriate services.

Education

9 hours of college credit with a 3.0+ GPA

Two years of continuous, verifiable work experience

Job description

POLICE OFFICER# POLICE OFFICERBellaire, TX 77401Start Date 09/08/2026End Date 09/30/2026## OverviewSalary Range$34.65 - $46.78 HourlyPosition TypeFull TimeCategoryPolice## DescriptionThe City of Bellaire is looking for dedicated individuals who desire to become part of a team that is committed to the people we work with and the beautiful city and community we serve.When you work for the City of Bellaire, you have the chance to make a direct impact on the lives of residents and your career. Because we’re a small city with small teams, you’ll have opportunities that big cities and corporations can’t provide. Your role will serve a greater purpose, and your opinions will matter. Our core employee values are stewardship, creativity, and camaraderie.**POLICE OFFICER’s role within the big picture of the City’s overall success.**Maintains public safety, enforces laws, and provides assistance to citizens.**POLICE OFFICER functions include but are not limited to the following:*** **Emergency Response:** + Respond to 911 or non-emergency calls for service, providing basic emergency medical services as appropriate. + Conduct initial investigations, assess crime scenes, and complete reports. + Address city ordinance issues and violations. + Assist with warrant services and CID surveillance.* **Proactive Policing and Community Support:** + Initiate proactive patrol activities to deter crime and enforce laws. + Conduct self-initiated patrol activities, including traffic enforcement and quality-of-life checks. + Attend training to enhance proactive policing skills, obtaining and maintaining certifications as directed. + Conduct business checks and security patrols. + Work city events to provide security and traffic control.* **Specific Department Necessities:** + Maintain the dog pound, including feeding, cleaning, and administering medications. + Perform animal control duties, locating and housing roaming animals. + Manage jail activities, including booking, fingerprinting, and feeding prisoners.* **Homeless Outreach and Mental Health Assistance:** + Respond to calls involving homeless individuals, providing assistance. + Respond to mental health calls and evaluate needs, transporting individuals to appropriate locations if needed.* **Criminal Prosecution and Reporting:** + Complete offense reports, tag evidence, and appear in court for testimony. + Assist outside agencies, promoting interoperability and crime prevention. + File warrants through appropriate channels.* Contribute to the team effort by performing other related duties as assigned.**Testing & Personal History Statement Information:*** Entry Level Officer testingwill be offered to candidates who meet minimum requirements.* You will be required to complete a Personal History Statement and bring it with you to the written assessment center on the testing date you select.## QualificationsCurrently seeking candidates who meet the following criteria - * **Age** - Twenty-one (21) years of age or older upon appointment* **Education/Experience** - must meet **one** of the following criteria + At least 9 hours of college credit with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher + Two years of continuous, verifiable work experience* **License/Certification** - Active Basic Peace Officer license from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) at the time of appointment. Candidates who are currently enrolled in a police academy will be considered.