POLICE OFFICER

CITY OF BELLAIRE•Bellaire, TX

1d•$35 - $47•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Bellaire is looking for dedicated individuals who desire to become part of a team that is committed to the people we work with and the beautiful city and community we serve. When you work for the City of Bellaire, you have the chance to make a direct impact on the lives of residents and your career. Because we’re a small city with small teams, you’ll have opportunities that big cities and corporations can’t provide. Your role will serve a greater purpose, and your opinions will matter. Our core employee values are stewardship, creativity, and camaraderie. POLICE OFFICER’s role within the big picture of the City’s overall success. Maintains public safety, enforces laws, and provides assistance to citizens.

Requirements

Age - Twenty-one (21) years of age or older upon appointment
At least 9 hours of college credit with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
Two years of continuous, verifiable work experience
Active Basic Peace Officer license from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) at the time of appointment.
Candidates who are currently enrolled in a police academy will be considered.

Responsibilities

Respond to 911 or non-emergency calls for service, providing basic emergency medical services as appropriate.
Conduct initial investigations, assess crime scenes, and complete reports.
Address city ordinance issues and violations.
Assist with warrant services and CID surveillance.
Initiate proactive patrol activities to deter crime and enforce laws.
Conduct self-initiated patrol activities, including traffic enforcement and quality-of-life checks.
Attend training to enhance proactive policing skills, obtaining and maintaining certifications as directed.
Conduct business checks and security patrols.
Work city events to provide security and traffic control.
Maintain the dog pound, including feeding, cleaning, and administering medications.
Perform animal control duties, locating and housing roaming animals.
Manage jail activities, including booking, fingerprinting, and feeding prisoners.
Respond to calls involving homeless individuals, providing assistance.
Respond to mental health calls and evaluate needs, transporting individuals to appropriate locations if needed.
Complete offense reports, tag evidence, and appear in court for testimony.
Assist outside agencies, promoting interoperability and crime prevention.
File warrants through appropriate channels.
Contribute to the team effort by performing other related duties as assigned.