Traffic Enforcement Officer

City of Aubrey•Aubrey, TX

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About The Position

Patrols an assigned area to enforce traffic laws, rules, and regulations, with a focus on accident investigation and traffic complaints. The position also performs a variety of law enforcement and crime prevention tasks, investigative work, special assignments, and technical and administrative duties in support of the Police Department. The role involves enforcing parking ordinances, directing traffic, participating in law enforcement activities, preparing reports, assisting with specialized duties, and responding to public inquiries. The position has no supervisory or budget responsibilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency.
Basic certification as a Peace Officer by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE).
Valid Texas Class C Driver’s License.
Knowledge of law enforcement program operations, services, and activities; City and Police Department directives, policies, and procedures; and pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
Knowledge of crime prevention and law enforcement technical practices, including investigation and identification, patrol, traffic control, records management, and care and custody of persons and property.
Knowledge of the geography of the city and surrounding vicinity.
Knowledge of safe use of firearms and other modern police equipment, advanced law enforcement principles, the criminal justice system, and police operations and programs.
Clear and concise oral and written communication skills.
Planning, organization, and time management skills.
Skill in resolving situations involving conflict or danger.
Ability to work independently without supervision and to work all shifts.
Ability to operate department computer equipment to review records, inquire about activities and programs, and input data.
Ability to work under stress and use good judgment in emergencies.
Ability to perform physically demanding maneuvers and activities during law enforcement and rescue operations, including running, walking, stooping, bending, rolling, crawling, climbing, jumping, lifting, carrying, and dragging.
Ability to safely operate assigned equipment and vehicles.
Ability to work in unfavorable conditions, including exposure to gunfire, harsh weather, poor or no lighting, hazardous chemicals and smoke, extreme temperatures, electrical hazards, armed and dangerous persons, and communicable diseases.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual.

Responsibilities

Provide traffic enforcement in an assigned area, focusing on accident investigation and traffic complaints.
Interpret and enforce parking ordinances by issuing parking and criminal citations to support traffic flow and enforce fire lane and disabled parking requirements while maximizing available on-street parking.
Direct vehicle and pedestrian traffic during accidents and special events.
Participate in law enforcement activities, including arresting offenders and suspects for traffic and criminal offenses and appearing in court for related matters.
Prepare reports on crimes and activities.
Attend roll call briefings and administrative meetings.
Cooperate with other law enforcement agencies in apprehending offenders and investigating offenses.
Interact and work with citizens on existing and potential law enforcement and crime prevention problems; respond to public requests and inquiries.
Physically apprehend and search suspects using appropriate techniques and maneuvers to ensure safe transportation and incarceration.
Assist other Police officers with assigned duties and responsibilities as needed.
Participate in accident reconstruction and other specialized duties.
Serve warrants on behalf of the department and other law enforcement agencies as needed.
Prepare statistical and narrative reports regarding special assignments, events, and functions.
Assist with hostage negotiations as necessary.
Purchase materials, supplies, and equipment as necessary.
Perform other duties as assigned.