Police Officer

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. This description is subject to modification as the needs and requirements of the position change.

• Attend work regularly in accordance with agency leave policies
• Inspect vehicles for weapons or contraband at the start of work shift and after each transport of prisoners or other persons.
• Check the condition of assigned vehicle and equipment, identify and request needed repairs to vehicle and equipment.
• Communicate using the police radio and safely operate vehicles and emergency equipment in emergency situations
• Distinguish between hazardous and non-hazardous situations and distinguish legal from non-legal activities
• Respond to calls for police assistance from citizens and respond to crimes in progress
• Investigate suspicious circumstances and arrest and/or issue citations to traffic law violators
• Mediates domestic and family disputes and take action according to departmental policy and family violence statutes and control hostile groups.
• Conduct frisks and pat-down searches in accordance with departmental policies and within the framework of Terry v Ohio.
• Make arrests and use force in accordance with departmental policies and statutes, conduct searches of arrested persons, handcuff or otherwise restrain arrested person, and restrain violent or disorderly prisoners.
• Use firearms within guidelines of policies and procedures and established laws governing use of force.
• Conduct preliminary investigations on criminal offenses and conduct follow-up investigations as directed by supervisory personnel.
• Participate in firearms training and maintain clean functional service weapons.
• Provide intelligence information on known or suspected offenders to appropriate agency divisions or other agencies.
• Contribute to the overall success of the department by performing other essential duties as assigned.
• Contribute to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.
• Subject to 24‑hour recall:
  The City reserves the right to require an employee in this position to work overtime, including during emergency situations (defined as any natural or man‑made disaster that may or may not necessitate the relocation of City personnel or citizens). In the event of an emergency and/or a required evacuation, the incumbent may be required to remain at work to provide needed services or perform essential duties for the benefit of the general public including services or duties different from those performed in the normal course and scope of the position.

To perform in this position successfully, and individual(s) must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

• Patrolling areas and identifying violations and security issues.
• Reacting to criminal situations using critical judgment and initiating lawful responses.
• Assessing situations and determining best alternative to provide safety and security.
• Maintaining physical fitness and mental alertness.
• Operating applicable communications and law enforcement equipment.
• Providing customer service in support of public safety.
• Utilizing a computer and relevant software applications.

The preferred way to obtain the minimum knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position are listed below. The City reserves the right to allow substitutions in the event that a candidate or incumbent exceeds requirements in one area but may be deficient in another.

• High School Diploma or GED; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
• Basic Certification from the Texas Commission of Law…