Police Officer

City of Jacksboro•Jacksboro, TX

11d

About The Position

Responsible for daily patrol of an assigned area and coordinating and controlling activities of a shift or assignment. Works independently under the general orders of a Police Lieutenant or another higher-ranking supervisor. Performance is evaluated through observation, oral and written reports, and results obtained. Enforces federal and state laws and local ordinances; responds to radio calls; patrols assigned geographic areas; investigates criminal offenses, traffic accidents, missing persons, and public safety incidents; gathers and preserves evidence; interviews suspects, prisoners, complainants, and witnesses; makes arrests; and testifies in legal proceedings. The role also assists citizens, provides first aid, intervenes in crises and disputes, supports crime prevention and community policing, and may serve as a Municipal Court Bailiff. Other related duties may be assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Must be at least 20 years and 6 months old at the time of the written entrance examination.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Must be fingerprinted and subjected to a records search for a criminal record.
Must not be on probation for a criminal offense.
Must submit to and pass a pre-employment drug test and physical exam.
Vision must be correctable to 20/20 binocular for all hours of the day, including day, evening, and night.
Must possess a valid State of Texas Driver’s License Class C and a good driving record as defined by City policy.
Must successfully pass a validated physical ability and row test.
Must achieve a minimum of 70% on the police department physical fitness rowing test using Texas Department of Safety Standards.
Must pass a background investigation.
Must pass post-offer physical, psychological, polygraph, and drug tests.
Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and applicable civil laws.
Knowledge of departmental policies and procedures.
Ability to accept responsibility and account for actions; follow instructions, safety practices, and standard operating procedures; and be punctual and attend work regularly.
Ability to work effectively with people regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type.
Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly and communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
Ability to use reasoning to solve problems, make critical decisions while following established procedures, and formulate sound decisions using available information.
Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to accepted values and standards and to be truthful and credible in the workplace.
Ability to take action to solve problems or reach goals and look beyond standard solutions.
Ability to influence others to work effectively in a team environment and take responsibility for decisions.
Ability to present information publicly to staff, management, and other groups or organizations.
Ability to address work-related problems proactively and organize and direct projects to completion.
Ability to use technology to its fullest capabilities.
Ability to overcome violent resistance and apprehend and arrest law violators.
Skill in using personal computers, including Microsoft Office, Open Office, or similar word processing programs, email, and the internet.
Skill in vehicle operation.
Skill in the use of firearms.
Ability to work in adverse conditions when required.

Nice To Haves

Law enforcement or related experience is preferred.
TCOLE License is preferred.
Any combination of related education, experience, certifications, and licenses that enables successful performance of the essential functions is an acceptable substitute for the specified education and experience requirements.

Responsibilities

Enforce federal and state laws and local ordinances.
Perform duties related to assigned areas, including identifying and apprehending criminal violators, ensuring traffic flow, executing and assisting with warrants, and presenting crime prevention programs.
Respond to radio calls for all types of police services.
Take appropriate police action at crime scenes, administer first aid, gather evidence, locate witnesses, make arrests, and appear in court to present evidence and testify.
Patrol assigned geographic areas to identify and deter criminal activity, assist citizens, and arrest law violators.
Verify information and secure evidence in connection with alleged crimes and arrests.
Interview suspects, prisoners, complainants, and witnesses to obtain information about crimes.
Search for and preserve evidence; report automobile accidents, gather information, and prepare detailed reports.
Issue citations and investigate traffic accidents.
Conduct investigations of criminal offenses, missing people, and public safety incidents.
Intervene and mediate in crisis situations and disputes.
Instruct citizens, businesses, schools, and civic organizations in crime prevention methods and techniques.
Develop and implement community-based policing strategies and programs.
Execute misdemeanor and felony arrest warrants.
May serve as Court Bailiff for Municipal Court.
Take fines and bonds and release prisoners.
Perform other related duties as assigned.