Description
The Town of Pantego is currently seeking qualified applicants for a non-certified full-time Police Officer. The Town of Pantego is located adjacent to West Arlington in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex area. The Pantego Police Department serves a population of approximately 2,650 residents and a daytime business population of over 20,000. Department Divisions include Patrol, Traffic Enforcement, Criminal Investigations and Communications.
Compensation:
Starting salary is $60,000. Paid Bi-weekly with paid overtime if necessary; paid training, paid vacation, paid sick leave, holiday compensation, 24 hours of personal time, and 8 hours of a floating holiday. In addition, employee paid medical/dental/vision insurance. Including TMRS participation of 7% with 2/1 match; five (5) year vesting and 20-year TMRS retirement.
MISSION STATEMENT:
The mission of the Pantego Police Department is to effectively and efficiently fulfill the public safety expectations of the citizens of the Town of Pantego.
HOURS:
12-hour shifts with alternating weekends off, (scheduled as needed, nights, weekends, and holidays)
REPORTS TO:
Patrol Sergeant
INDIVIDUALLY ISSUED EQUIPMENT:
- AR-15 Rifle with Optics
- Glock 45 pistol with night sights and weapon light
- Safariland leather gear with level 3 holster
- Various custom-designed professional polo shirts, t-shirts, beanies, etc.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply on the Town’s website: www.townofpantego.com/jobs
Submit a complete and signed Town of Pantego employment application to Christie Barris hr@townofpantego.com
Applications will be considered as they are received. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Incomplete applications will not be processed until completed in full.
Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of application.
Must be a United States Citizen
Must have a High School Diploma or GED
Must have and maintain a valid Texas Driver’s License or be able to obtain
Must be declared physically sound and free from any defect which may adversely affect the performance of the duties of a police officer
Must pass an extensive background check, psychological, medical exam, and drug screen
Must be able to successfully complete the Town of Pantego Police Department's field training program; training time based on experience
Must NOT have been discharged from any military service under less than honorable conditions, specifically: Under other than honorable conditions; bad conduct, dishonorable; or any other characterization service indicating bad behavior
Must NOT violate any TCOLE rule or provision of Occupation Code, Chapter 1701
PHYSICAL ABILITIES:
Must possess the visual acuity to operate a computer terminal and city vehicle
Walk, stand, sit, or run for prolonged periods of time
Regularly push, pull, lift, and/or carry up 10 pounds
Frequently lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds
Occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 100 pounds or more
Occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist
Operate office equipment including use of a computer keyboard
