Description

This position is a patrol position that will enforce laws related to the protection of life and property, direct and control traffic, prevent crime or disturbance of peace, and arrest violators. Essential duties and responsibilities may include patrolling assigned areas, answering radio dispatched and citizens requests for police services; investigation of illegal or suspicious activities, and persons; interviewing and questioning victims, witnesses and suspects; and gathering and preserving evidence. The Police Officer will investigate causes and results of accidents; direct and control traffic, issue citations to violators; operate police communication and computer equipment. The Police Officer will also write detailed incident, investigation, activity and other reports; testify in court to present evidence by describing conditions, situations and actions; work special events, various parades and other duties as may be assigned.

Requirements

Applicants must possess high school diploma or the equivalent and possess a Peace Officer license certified by TCOLE.