Police Officer Exam - Test Dates: Sep 29 & Oct 1

City of McKinney • Tx 75069, TX

13d • Onsite

About The Position

The Police Officer position performs a wide variety of police and law enforcement activities. This includes providing public protection services on a routine basis; arbitrating disputes; protecting and recovering property; and patrolling the City of McKinney to prevent, detect and investigate criminal violations of federal, state and local laws. Duties include an element of personal danger, i.e., exposure to life-threatening circumstances, apprehending criminals, and transporting prisoners. Incumbents perform duties in accordance with State Statutes and established departmental policies, procedures and guidelines. Incumbent must be able to act without close supervision and must be able to exercise independent judgment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Thirty (30) hours of college education from a regionally accredited university or college with a 2.0 or higher overall grade point average (GPA); OR Two (2) years of active duty U.S. military service with an Honorable Discharge; or Two (2) years of full-time law enforcement service in the United States as a Police Officer, Jailer, Dispatcher or Corrections Officer.
• Possess a Basic Peace Officer Certification from the Texas Commission of Law Enforcement Officer (TCOLE) OR have the ability to obtain within six (6) months of employment.
• Able to obtain a valid Texas Class "C" driver's license.
• Be a U.S. Citizen at time of application.
• Be 21 years of age at the time of application.
• Able to work various shifts including nights, holidays and weekends.
• Pass a physical examination and drug screen. Physical exam includes a vision and hearing test. Applicants must pass the hearing test and vision must be correctable to 20/20 with normal color vision.
• Meet all legal requirements for future licensing and certification required by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE).
• A minimum score of 70 is needed to pass the written exam.
• Successfully complete the physical fitness examination (Concept 2 Rower test: 2,000 meter row with a minimum score of 60%, with the damper set to "5").
• Pass a preliminary interview.
• Pass a thorough background investigation.
• Pass an oral review board.
• Pass an interview with the Chief.
• Receive a conditional job offer.
• Pass a polygraph.
• Pass a psychological examination.
• Pass a medical examination.

Nice To Haves

• Tattoos on the fingers, such as a wedding band, may be acceptable after approval by the Police Chief.
• Any tattoos visible while wearing a short sleeve uniform shirt may be acceptable after approval by the Police Chief.

Responsibilities

• Performing a wide variety of police and law enforcement activities.
• Providing public protection services on a routine basis.
• Arbitrating disputes.
• Protecting and recovering property.
• Patrolling the City of McKinney to prevent, detect and investigate criminal violations of federal, state and local laws.
• Apprehending criminals.
• Transporting prisoners.

Benefits

• City of McKinney employees work hard and at a very fast pace. However, we also look after and support one another.
• Recognized on the Top Workplaces USA list by USA TODAY.
• Team is dedicated to making McKinney one of the best places to work, live, and raise a family.
• Supported by servant-based leaders who foster and support a healthy, family-oriented culture.
• Equal opportunity employer (EOE) committed to an alcohol / drug free workplace and to providing equal opportunities regardless of age, race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED