Entry Level Police Officer - Police

Kingsville, City of•Kingsville, TX

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Kingsville Police Department is a civil service department consisting of 50 officers. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as set forth by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) and the Texas Local Government Code Chapter 143, and have no disqualifying events. The role involves responding to calls and requests from the public for emergency assistance and patrolling community and assigned areas for traffic and other violations.

Requirements

Must be at least eighteen (18) to register to test for an entry-level police officer position.
Eligible for certification as a peace officer as established by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) by completion of the police academy.
High School Diploma OR G.E.D. and completion of 12 hours at an institution of higher education with at least a 2.0 grade point average on a 4.0 scale.
OR An honorable discharge from the United States armed forces after at least 24 months of active-duty service.
Must have a valid Driver’s License prior to submitting your application for employment.
No disqualifying events under any of the listed “Reasons for Disqualification”.
Conviction for being under indictment for or currently charged with any felony offense.
Conviction for any Class “B” or above misdemeanor offense within the last 10 years preceding the date of application.
Conviction of any family violence offense.
Conviction for driving under the influence (SWI and/or DUI) within 3 years preceding the date of application.
Currently being on probation for any offense.
Illegal use of any controlled substance or dangerous drug other than marijuana within 2 years preceding the date of application.
Having illegally furnished any controlled substance or dangerous drug to another.
Having excessive record of traffic convictions or negligent traffic collisions within a 3-year period prior to application (3 or more moving violations; Driver’s license suspension for driving while intoxicated; A series of negligent collisions).
Having a history of failing to maintain financial responsibility without extenuating circumstances.
Having been discharged from any military service under less than honorable conditions.
Having been rejected as a witness by a criminal prosecutor for Brady violation and/or being placed on a Brady Disclosure list.
Having resigned or been terminated from the Kingsville Police Department within the 24 months preceding the date of application for disciplinary reason resigning to avoid suspension or discharge for having resigned during a disciplinary investigation without a final judgement being rendered.
Failing to cooperate fully with and keep all scheduled appointments with the Kingsville Police Department personnel involved in the hiring process; failing to provide additional personal information as needed or failing to submit information updates/changes within ten (10) days of notification; refusal to submit if requested to a polygraph exam to resolve any conflict which might arise during the hiring process.

Nice To Haves

Candidates with an “Honorable” discharge from U.S. military service are eligible for an additional 5 points added to a passing score of 70% or better on the entry-level exam.
Completion of the police academy.

Responsibilities

Responds to calls and other requests from the public for emergency assistance.
Patrols community and assigned areas for any traffic and other types of violations.
Completely fill out an application for employment (online) and enclose copies of requested documents to the Human Resource (HR) Office.
Keep the HR Office informed of any changes in contact information (address; phone #; etc.) and employment status.

Benefits

Health Insurance
Retirement: Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) Employer matches on a ratio of 2 to 1 at retirement (20 years of service or 5 years and age 60)
Deferred Comp: Nationwide and ICMA programs available for additional pre-tax contributions
Vacation Leave: 120 hrs. per year
Sick Leave: 120 hrs. per year
Sick Leave Buyback Program
Holiday Leave: 15 Holidays
Longevity: $10.00 per month per year of service
Uniforms: Employer provided uniforms and laundry service
Certification Pay: Monthly: Intermediate PO - $40; Advanced PO - $62; Master PO - $110
Education Pay: Monthly: Associate's - $50; Bachelor's - $100; Master's - $200