Public Safety Officer: Protect & Serve Your Community

Bastrop Police Department; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bastrop Police Department is seeking motivated police officers to join a dedicated, full-time team serving the Bastrop community in Texas. Officers perform a wide range of law enforcement duties, from responding to calls to conducting investigations and gathering evidence.

Under supervision, officers enforce laws, testify in court, and maintain accurate reports. Applicants must hold a Basic Peace Officer certification (TCOLE) and a Texas Driver's License, with training in Incident Command as

Qualifications

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws.
• Ability to analyze situations quickly and objectively.
• Experience with crime scene procedures and field investigations.

Responsibilities

• Respond to calls for service and protect life and property.
• Arrest suspects, serve warrants, and transport arrestees.
• Interview witnesses and victims to obtain information for investigations.
• Prepare reports and document daily activities and incidents.

Skills

Federal laws

Crime prevention

Investigation

Firearm safety

Report writing

Public communication

Education

TCOLE peace officer cert

Texas Driver's License

Incident Command trainings

Job description

The Bastrop Police Department is seeking motivated police officers to join a dedicated, full-time team serving the Bastrop community in Texas. Officers perform a wide range of law enforcement duties, from responding to calls to conducting investigations and gathering evidence.

Under supervision, officers enforce laws, testify in court, and maintain accurate reports. Applicants must hold a Basic Peace Officer certification (TCOLE) and a Texas Driver's License, with training in Incident Command as