Certified Police Officer (In-State Lateral)

City of Round Rock•Round Rock, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Round Rock Police Department is accepting applications for individuals who are currently certified as a Peace Officer by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE). The department offers a 1-for-1 incentive for years of service, up to a maximum of 10 years of experience. This role involves performing varied law enforcement duties, enforcing laws and regulations, apprehending criminals, providing information and assistance to the public, and conducting crime investigations. Individual positions may be assigned to specific functional areas, with duties potentially overlapping based on departmental operational needs and staffing levels.

Requirements

Currently certified as a Peace Officer by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE).
High School Diploma or G.E.D.
Complete a state-approved Basic Peace Officer Course (BPOC) and pass the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) licensing exam.
Possession of a Texas Driver’s License, or the ability to obtain one prior to employment.
Must possess a Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Peace Officer license at the time of application.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 30 college credit hours from an accredited college or university
Two years full-time law enforcement experience
Two years active-duty in the US Armed Forces
Two years Correctional Officer/licensed TCOLE Jailer experience

Responsibilities

Patrol City in car, motorcycle, all-terrain vehicle, bicycle and any other means of transportation and on foot; answer calls for the protection of life and property, and the enforcement of City, County, and State laws.
Conduct both preliminary and follow-up investigations of reported criminal activity, deaths, and vehicle traffic accidents.
Respond to any emergency, utilizing exceptional physical abilities which include but are not limited to high-speed driving, pursuing criminals while on foot, carrying injured persons, climbing fences and walls, overcoming physical resistance of uncooperative violent suspects, and directing traffic at emergency scenes, fires, and special events.
Make arrests as necessary; interview victims, complainants, and witnesses; interrogate suspects; gather and preserve evidence; testify and present evidence in court.
Contact and cooperate with other law enforcement agencies in matters relating to the investigation of crimes and the apprehension of offenders.
Prepare reports of arrests made, investigations conducted, and unusual incidents observed.
Serve warrants and subpoenas.
Stop drivers who are operating vehicles in violation of laws; warn drivers against unlawful practices; issue citations and make arrests as necessary.
Check buildings for physical security.
Receive, search, book, fingerprint, and transport prisoners.
Administer first aid in emergency situations.
Maintain contact with citizens regarding potential law enforcement problems and preserve good relationships with the general public.
Work unsupervised as a solo unit in responding to emergencies.
Work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Perform specialized investigative or detective work as assigned by the Chief of Police.
Perform other duties as assigned.