Police Officer- Trainee

City of Carrollton • Carrollton, TX

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About The Position

The primary duties of a City of Carrollton Police Officer are to protect the lives and property of the public, to enforce the laws of the City of Carrollton and State of Texas, and to otherwise serve our community. Officers are expected to perform a variety of law enforcement and crime prevention tasks, investigative work, special assignments, technical and administrative tasks in support of the Police Department and the City of Carrollton.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be at least 21 years of age upon employment and no older than 44 when commissioned.
• Must possess a high school diploma or GED certificate.
• Must pass a Civil Service Entrance Exam with a minimum score of 70.
• Possess a valid Texas Class C Driver’s License on hire date.
• Must read, write, and speak English proficiently.
• Must be on current eligibility list certified by the Civil Service Commission.
• Must be eligible for basic certification as a Peace Officer by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Standards and Education (TCOLE).

Responsibilities

• Patrols an assigned area via foot, motor vehicle, motorcycle, and/or bicycle to preserve law and order through the discovery and prevention of crimes.
• Enforce traffic laws and municipal ordinances and respond to general calls for service.
• Participates in a variety of law enforcement activities which include arresting offenders for traffic and criminal offenses.
• Prepares reports on crimes and activities.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, policies and procedures, operating instructions, legal documents and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of public or employees and willingness to interact with the public regularly.
• Cooperates with other law enforcement agencies in matters relating to the apprehension of offenders and the investigation of offenses.
• Interacts and works with citizens regarding existing and potential law enforcement and crime prevention problems.
• Responds appropriately to requests and inquiries from the general public.
• Physically apprehends and searches suspects utilizing appropriate techniques and maneuvers to render them suspects safe for transportation and incarceration.
• Assists other police employees in conducting assigned duties and responsibilities as necessary.
• Purchases materials, supplies, equipment as necessary.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees