Training - Police Officer Lateral

Safetycityabilene; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Safetycityabilene is looking for candidates to train at the Abilene Police Academy, focusing on law enforcement and crime prevention. The training encompasses physical conditioning and various law enforcement techniques.

Candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED and complete a Personal History Statement. The role involves rigorous training and the potential for a fulfilling career as an Abilene Police Officer.

Qualifications

• Previous law-enforcement experience is required.
• Must have a valid Peace Officer License and Texas driver's license.
• Corrected eyesight to 20/20 vision is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Participate in rigorous physical training for law enforcement.
• Effect arrests and maintain control over situations.
• Prepare and submit detailed reports about incidents.

Skills

Physical conditioning

Criminal law knowledge

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Firearms

Office equipment

Job description

Job Description

Under general supervision, train at the Abilene Police Academy to learn the fundamentals of law enforcement and crime prevention work in preparation to become an Abilene Police Officer. Training may include physical fitness training and self‑defense training, assistance with controlling traffic flow, investigative work, and related duties as assigned. The academy start date will be determined at a later time. Applicants will complete the Personal History Statement (PHS) as instructed.

Supervision Exercised

This position exercises no supervision.

Important and Essential Duties

• Participate in rigorous physical conditioning during training, including self‑defense, boxing, weight training and aerobic conditioning.
• Effect arrests, forcibly if necessary, using handcuffs and other restraints; subdue resisting suspects using maneuvers, skills and techniques; resort to the use of hands, feet and approved chemical, impact weapons or firearms in self‑defense.
• Prepare investigative and other reports, including sketches, using appropriate grammar, symbols and mathematical computations.
• Study and learn federal, state and case law; proper maintenance, care and use of firearms; professional policing; arrest, search and seizure; professional ethics; and other required TCOLE topics.
• Exercise independent judgment to determine reasonable suspicion for detainment; probable cause for search and arrest; and appropriate use and degree of force.
• Communicate effectively over law‑enforcement radio channels, initiating and responding to radio communications.
• Carry, wear and/or transport weapons, handcuffs, uniforms and other equipment as prescribed by department policy.
• Practice pursuit of fleeing suspects and perform rescue operations, including rapid vehicle entry and exit, lifting, carrying and dragging heavy objects, climbing, balancing and using body force to gain entrance through barriers.
• Load, unload, aim and fire handguns, shotguns and other agency firearms from various body positions under simulated stress conditions.
• Identify people, vehicles and objects from descriptions and accurately describe them to others.
• Conduct searches of people, vehicles, buildings and large outdoor areas, which may involve physical search, long walking periods, detaining people and stopping suspicious vehicles and persons.
• Conduct visual and audio surveillance, detect and collect evidence and substances that support criminal investigations and may indicate dangerous conditions.
• Assist with rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters, including directing traffic, administering emergency medical aid, and removing people from danger.
• Read and comprehend legal and non‑legal documents—including preparation and processing of affidavits, warrants and citations.
• Develop and maintain good relationships with the public, informants and contacts that may aid criminal investigations.

Other Job Related Duties

Perform other job related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• City policies and procedures.
• Safe work practices, occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Fluent English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Safe driving principles and practices.

Skill to:

• Maintain required academic and professional standards in accordance with the Abilene Police Academy.
• Follow both verbal and written instruction.
• Read and understand training materials and successfully complete written, physical and skills tests.
• Apply training materials and instruction.
• Operate office equipment including computers.
• Safely operate a motor vehicle.
• Use and care for firearms safely.

Ability to:

• Learn Abilene police methods and procedures including patrol, crime prevention, traffic control, investigation and identification techniques.
• Use criminal law and procedure to apprehend, arrest and maintain custody of individuals committing misdemeanors and felonies, including rules of evidence concerning seizure and preservation of evidence.
• Use offensive and defensive weapons nomenclature and theory.
• Use self‑defense tactics.
• Interview and interrogate suspects.
• Learn and use standard broadcasting procedures over a police radio system.
• Learn, understand and interpret federal, state and local policies, procedures, laws and regulations.
• Accurately observe and remember faces, numbers, incidents and places.
• Think and act quickly in emergencies and judge situations and people accurately.
• Prepare accurate and grammatically correct written reports.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships internally and externally.
• Follow and embrace the City of Abilene Core Values – Respect, Integrity, Service Above Self and Excellence in All We Do.
• Perform as a team member in a manner that accomplishes the Division’s mission and treats team members with dignity, courtesy and respect.

Experience and Training Guidelines

Two (2) years of previous law‑enforcement experience is required. All candidates must have been previously employed as a Peace Officer in a position with responsibilities similar to those of a Patrol Officer for the Abilene Police Department. Police Administration establishes each applicant’s suitability for consideration for lateral entry.

Education / Training

A high school diploma or a GED is required.

License or Certificate

• Valid Peace Officer License and Certification.
• Valid Texas driver’s license required by the date of hire.

Special Requirements

• Must have corrected eyesight to 20/20 vision.
• Must meet the minimum eligibility requirements for a Police Officer as outlined in the local rules.
• Must pass the physical/psychological examination requirements.
• Ability to travel to different work sites and locations.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements established by the department.
• Exposure to cold, heat, noise, outdoors, vibration, confined work space, chemicals, explosive materials, mechanical, electrical or other hazards.

Physical Demand Codes

Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment:

• ___ Sedentary – lifting of no more than 10 pounds.
• ___ Light – lifting no more than 20 pounds; carrying up to 10 pounds.
• ___ Medium – lifting no more than 50 pounds; carrying up to 25 pounds.
• ___ Heavy – lifting no more than 100 pounds; carrying up to 50 pounds.
• _ X _ Very Heavy – team lifting over 100 pounds; carrying more than 50 pounds.

Codes for how often:

• N = No
• E = Extensive (100–70% of the time)
• M = Moderate (60–30% of the time)
• I = Infrequent (20–10% of the time)
• A = Almost Never (<10% of the time)

Task Codes and Frequency

• _M_ Standing
• _M_ Sitting
• _M_ Walking
• _M_ Lifting
• _M_ Carrying
• _M_ Pushing/Pulling
• _M_ Overhead Work
• _E_ Fine Dexterity
• _M_ Kneeling
• _M_ Crouching
• _M_ Crawling
• _M_ Bending
• _M_ Twisting
• _M_ Climbing
• _M_ Balancing
• _E_ Vision
• _E_ Hearing
• _E_ Talking
• ___ Other: _____________________