Description

Under the general supervision of the Chief, the Police Officer operates a patrol unit, enforces federal and state laws and city ordinances, handles preliminary investigations, and makes arrests.  This position engages with the community on crime prevention, crime analysis, and public safety. We are an Alcohol and Drug free workplace. A job application furnished by the department will be required to be completed. You must furnish all requested documents with the application.  Applications must be mailed or delivered in person to the Daingerfield Police Department, 101 Linda Drive., Daingerfield, Texas 75638.

Job Responsibilities

1. Enforces the law, handles preliminary investigations, and makes arrests.
2. Makes written reports on police activity and testifies in court. 
3. Drives a motor vehicle for extended periods of time, under normal, stressful, and emergency conditions.
4. Accurately fires handgun, rifle, and shotgun within departmental standards. 
5. Cleans and maintains personal and department weapons. 
6. Physically arrests and restrains persons of all sizes, ages, physical conditions, and races without unnecessary force or prejudice. 
7. Runs extended distances and jumps various objects in pursuit of suspects, backs officers, and assists people in need of help.
8. Administers first aid and CPR as needed.
9. Operates a police radio, telephone, and radio equipment. 
10. Writes/types reports and reads written materials.  Writes or prints in a legible, readable script. 
11. Researches and identifies wanted individuals; executes criminal and search warrants and makes arrests; collects and preserves evidence, transports and books individuals into jail; research criminal charges; interviews victims, witnesses, and suspects; investigates criminal activity; participates in developing, interpreting, and evaluating intelligence information; prepares arrest and search warrants;
12. Conducts thorough, accurate, and complete investigation(s). 
13. Follows department rules and regulations.
14. Fuels and cleans police vehicles.  Loads and unloads police equipment.
15. Assists city departments and agencies as needed.
16. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities -

1. Knowledge of modern police methods, practices and procedures.
2. Knowledge of the Texas Penal Code, Texas Code of Criminal Procedures, Texas Traffic Law, Rules of Criminal Evidence and Texas Family Code.
3. Knowledge of department rules, regulations, and philosophy.
4. Knowledge of City geography.
5. Knowledge of the Community Policing concept.
6. Ability to safely fire a handgun, rifle, and shotgun within the minimum acceptable skill range. Skilled in the use of non-lethal weapons.
7. Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, departments, and the general public.
8. Ability to work any shift to include holidays, weekends and split shits as needed
9. Ability to successfully complete the psychological exam, physical exam and extensive background investigation.
10. Ability to think clearly, make sound and logical decisions quickly based on the available information.
11. Ability to communicate effectively, maintaining alertness, composure, and professionalism in all circumstances, including stress, long hours, criticism, verbal abuse, and other related incidents. Ability to remain mentally functional when exposed to gruesome or unusual sights, smells, or sounds.
12. Ability to function as a team member.
13. Required to live within 30 driving minutes of Daingerfield

Physical Requirements

Must have the ability to climb stairs in both running and walking mode to accomplish job functions; walk for extended periods of time; stand for extended periods of time; work outdoors in all weather conditions and lighting conditions for extended periods of time; run extended distances and jump various objects in pursuit of suspects, to back officers and to assist people in need of help; use arms in extended position for long periods of time directing traffic or holding weapons; assist in loading and unloading people from vehicles; change tires on motor vehicles; wear protective body armor, helmets and other equipment as needed for an extended period of time; enter and exit a motor vehicle repeatedly and quickly

Education/Training/Experience Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent is required.

Texas Operator’s License without restriction, except A, is required.

Active Texas Peace Officer License is required.

The City of Daingerfield does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability or military service in employment or the provision of services.