Traffic Enforcement Officer

City of Aubrey•Aubrey, TX

15h•Onsite

About The Position

Patrols assigned area in order to enforce traffic laws, rules and regulations. This position will also perform a variety of law enforcement and crime prevention tasks, investigative work, special assignments, technical and administrative tasks in support of the Police Department.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalency.
Basic certification as a Peace Officer by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) required.
Valid Texas Class C Driver’s License

Nice To Haves

Bilingual

Responsibilities

Provides traffic enforcement for assigned area, focusing on accident investigation and traffic complaints.
Interprets and enforces parking ordinances by issuing parking and criminal citations to ensure adequate traffic flow, ensure off-street fire lane and disabled parking spaces are enforced and maximize available on-street parking spaces.
Directs vehicle and pedestrian traffic during traffic accidents and special events.
Participates in a variety of law enforcement activities which include arresting offenders and suspects for traffic and criminal offenses, appearing in court for criminal, civil, and other law enforcement related matters.
Prepares reports on crimes and activities.
Attends roll call briefings and administrative meetings.
Cooperates with other law enforcement agencies in matters relating to the apprehension of offenders and the investigation of offenses.
Interacts and works with citizens regarding existing and potential law enforcement and crime prevention problems.
Responds to requests and inquiries from the general public.
Physically apprehends and searches suspects utilizing appropriate techniques and maneuvers to render them safe for transportation and incarceration.
Assists other Police officers in conducting assigned duties and responsibilities as necessary.
Participates in accident reconstruction and other specialized duties.
May serve warrants on behalf of the department and other law enforcement agencies.
Prepares a variety of statistical and narrative reports regarding special assignments, events and functions.
Assists with hostage negotiations as necessary.
Purchases materials, supplies, equipment as necessary.
Performs other duties as assigned.