Police Officer

Gulfshoresal; Garland (TX); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulfshoresal is seeking a police officer to serve the City of Garland, Texas. The role involves responding to citizen calls for service, enforcing criminal and traffic laws, and maintaining high-visibility patrols to deter crime.

You will educate the public, prepare detailed reports, and attend required trainings each year, while testifying in court when needed to support evidence collection. The position emphasizes protecting quality of life in Garland in line with city principles.

Responsibilities

• Pro-active enforcement of all applicable criminal and traffic laws, including the issuance of citations.
• Respond to calls for service from citizens.
• Maintain high-visibility patrols.
• Educate public and citizen contacts.
• Prepare and complete all necessary reports and supplements.
• Attend state mandated and supplemental training each year.
• Testify in court concerning collection of evidence.
• Preserve and enhance the quality of life for the citizens of Garland, Texas, by following the City's guiding principles.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Job description

Summary

Respond to citizen calls for service, enforce criminal and traffic laws, reduce crime and fear of crime within the City of Garland.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1)Pro-active enforcement of all applicable criminal and traffic laws, including the issuance of citations.

2)Respond to calls for service from citizens.

3)Maintain high-visibility patrols.

4)Educate public and citizen contacts.

5)Prepare and complete all necessary reports and supplements.

6)Attend state mandated and supplemental training each year.

7)Testify in court concerning collection of evidence.

8)Preserve and enhance the quality of life for the citizens of Garland, Texas, by following the City's guiding principles.

9)Perform related duties as assigned.