Police Officer - Protect, Educate & Serve the Community

City Of Taylor; Taylor (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Taylor, Texas, is accepting applications for the position of Police Officer. This full-time vacancy is at the Taylor Police Department in Taylor, TX 76574. A high school diploma or GED is required, along with successful completion of written and physical agility tests, and background and medical evaluations.

The eligibility list will be valid for 12 months from the exam date. Applicants must meet residency, citizenship, and language requirements and hold a valid Texas driver’s

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write and speak English.
• Candidate must pass a background investigation.
• Must be at least 21 years old by academy graduation.
• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a valid Texas driver’s license at hire date.
• Must be a U.S. citizen by birth or naturalization.
• Certificate of eligibility may be required for Peace Officer status.

Responsibilities

• Protects residents and property through enforcement, education, and role modeling.
• Participates in the written examination and physical agility testing process.
• Completes background checks, medical and psychological examinations as required.

Skills

English literacy

Integrity

Background investigation

US citizen

Age 21+ by academy graduation

Education

High School diploma or GED

12 college credit hours with 2.0 GPA or equivalent

Job description

The City of Taylor, Texas, is accepting applications for the position of Police Officer. This full-time vacancy is at the Taylor Police Department in Taylor, TX 76574. A high school diploma or GED is required, along with successful completion of written and physical agility tests, and background and medical evaluations.

The eligibility list will be valid for 12 months from the exam date. Applicants must meet residency, citizenship, and language requirements and hold a valid Texas driver’s