Police Officer

CITY OF FAIR OAKS RANCH; Fair Oaks Ranch (TX); On-site; USD 57,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Competitive Salary

Paid Time Off

Texas Municipal Retirement System 7% 1

2:1 match

Job summary

The City of Fair Oaks Ranch Police Department is seeking a dedicated Police Officer to join a dynamic public-safety team. This full-time role offers competitive pay ($67,000/year, depending on experience) and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a Flexible Spending Account, PTO, TMRS retirement, and a 2:1 employer match.

As part of our team, you will patrol the community, respond to calls, investigate incidents, and engage with residents to uphold

Qualifications

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local criminal and traffic laws.
• Experience with patrol operations and investigative techniques.
• Ability to collect evidence, document findings, and provide court-ready testimony.
• Familiarity with police department policies and reporting procedures.
• Proficiency in operating vehicles and firearms with maintenance awareness.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine patrols of neighborhoods and businesses to deter and detect crime.
• Respond to calls for service and emergencies, ensuring public safety.
• Conduct investigations, gather evidence, and prepare clear reports for investigations and court.

Skills

Criminal law

Patrol operations

Evidence collection

Court testimony

Vehicle operation

Firearms proficiency

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Tools

Police equipment

Reporting systems

Job description

Join the ranks of the Fair Oaks Ranch Police Department and be part of a dynamic team dedicated to public safety and community service! This full-time Police Officer position offers an exhilarating opportunity to tackle real challenges onsite, fostering a thrilling environment where every day brings new experiences. Work hand-in-hand with your community, utilizing strong communication skills and innovative problem-solving strategies to create a safer, more vibrant Fair Oaks Ranch. Your commitment to excellence and integrity will help shape the future of our town, while enjoying a competitive salary of $67,000/year, dependent on experience. You will be provided great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Competitive Salary, Paid Time Off, Texas Municipal Retirement System 7% mandatory contribution, and and 2:1 match.

Who are we? An Introduction

The City of Fair Oaks Ranch is a vibrant Hill Country community just northwest of San Antonio, known for its commitment to safety, service, and integrity. Our Police Department embodies a “We Go First” mindset by setting the standard in law enforcement leadership, professionalism, and community partnership. We take pride in fostering trust, protecting our residents, and providing exceptional public safety services. As part of our team, you’ll join a department where collaboration, accountability, and innovation are valued, and where officers are empowered to make a difference every day.

Are you excited about this Police Officer job?

As a Fair Oaks Ranch Police Officer, each day offers unique opportunities to positively impact our vibrant Hill Country community. Embracing our “We Go First” mindset, you will exemplify integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to excellence, setting a benchmark in public safety and fostering community partnerships. Your daily routine kicks off with collaborative team briefings, followed by engaging patrols through our neighborhoods and businesses, where your visible presence nurtures trust and safety. You’ll respond to calls for service, assist in emergencies, and conduct thorough investigations, all while maintaining the highest standards of accountability and care.

Central to this role are our core values of Community, Collaboration, and Ownership, empowering you to protect, serve, and shape the positive future of Fair Oaks Ranch, a community we are proud to call home.

What we're looking for in a Police Officer

To thrive as a Fair Oaks Ranch Police Officer, a diverse skill set is essential. A solid foundation in federal, state, and local criminal and traffic laws, as well as TABC regulations, is crucial. Proficiency in law enforcement practices, patrol operations, and investigative techniques will empower you to navigate complex situations effectively.

You must be adept at evidence collection, documentation, and adhering to court testimony standards, ensuring accountability in all actions. The ability to interpret and apply laws impartially, remain calm under pressure, and make sound decisions in rapidly evolving situations is vital. Exceptional oral and written communication skills are necessary for gathering and evaluating information accurately.

Building positive relationships is key, as is demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and sound judgment in every interaction. Physical endurance, agility, and meeting established firearms qualifications are also required, set against a backdrop of ethical, community-focused policing that fosters trust and collaboration.

Knowledge and skills required for the position are:

• Knowledge of:
  • Federal state, and local criminal and traffic laws, ordinances, and TABC regulations.
  • Law enforcement practices, patrol operations, and investigative techniques.
  • Evidence collection, documentation, and court testimony standards.
  • Departmental policies, rules, and reporting procedures.
  • Safe use, operation, and maintenance of vehicles, firearms, and specialized equipment.
• Ability to:
  • Interpret and apply laws, ordinances, and departmental policies accurately and impartially.
  • Remain calm and make sound decisions under pressure or in rapidly evolving situations.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in both oral and written communication.
  • Gather, assemble, analyze, and evaluate facts and evidence while drawing logical conclusions from information and making proper recommendations for action.
  • Interpret, analyze, and apply laws, ordinances, departmental policies, and regulations quickly, accurately, and effectively during the course of work.
  • Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and sound judgment in all situations.
  • Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted during the course of work.
  • Model professionalism and departmental values for new officers and cadets.
  • Work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
  • Build positive working relationships with community members, peers, and supervisors.
  • Meet and maintain established standards of physical endurance, agility, and vision requirements as set by the department.
  • Meet and maintain established firearms qualification standards as set by the department.
• Skills:
  • Operation of emergency vehicles and response equipment under pressure or rapidly evolving emergency conditions.
  • Use of firearms, defensive tactics, and non-lethal control techniques.
  • Report writing documentation and record management systems.
  • Conflict resolution and de-escalation strategies.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relations with other law enforcement agencies, judicial officials, and the general public.
  • Analyze situations, adopt a quick, effective, and reasonable course of action.
  • Establishing and maintaining trust through ethical and community-focused policing.

Your next step

All offers of employment with the City of Fair Oaks Ranch are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening. The City is committed to maintaining a safe and drug-free workplace and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.