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City of Denison; Denison (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Denison is seeking a police officer to perform general police work of average difficulty, protecting life and property while preventing and investigating crime.

The role involves patrolling a beat by car, making arrests, responding to emergencies, directing traffic, assisting in court proceedings, and maintaining reports. Candidates must meet state requirements, pass exams, and have a valid Texas driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Must be a citizen of the United States of America.
• Must have high school diploma/GED.
• Must be at least 21 years of age when licensed, OR 18 with 60 hours of study at an accredited college or university, OR 18 with an Associate degree from an accredited college or university, OR 18 with Honorable Discharge after 2 years of military service.
• Must pass written examination with a score of 70.
• Must pass physical agility examination, oral interviews, and psychological evaluation.
• Must pass a thorough background investigation with no Class B Misdemeanors (within the previous 10 years) or any Class A Misdemeanor or Felony offenses within the lifetime of the applicant.

Responsibilities

• Patrols an assigned beat, generally by car, to deter crime and observe law violations.
• Makes arrests of persons violating laws and ordinances.
• Inspects residential, commercial and other buildings on assigned beat for signs of tampering or unauthorized entry.
• Responds to emergency calls, routine complaints and alarm systems and takes action as necessary.
• Directs traffic and prepares various reports and maintains files.
• Testifies in court and takes written statements from drivers and witnesses.
• Serves warrants and may assist in the care of prisoners.
• May work at desk, answer telephones, or perform minor servicing of police vehicles.

Skills

Geography knowledge

Criminal law knowledge

Traffic laws knowledge

Firearm handling

First aid knowledge

Observation and reporting

Decision making under pressure

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates degree or coursework in criminal justice (preferred)

Job description

City of Denison is seeking a police officer to perform general police work of average difficulty, protecting life and property while preventing and investigating crime.

The role involves patrolling a beat by car, making arrests, responding to emergencies, directing traffic, assisting in court proceedings, and maintaining reports. Candidates must meet state requirements, pass exams, and have a valid Texas driver’s license.