Job Description
Duties:
- Emergency Response:
- Respond to 911 or non-emergency calls for service, providing basic emergency medical services as appropriate.
- Conduct initial investigations, assess crime scenes, and complete reports.
- Address city ordinance issues and violations.
- Assist with warrant services and CID surveillance.
- Proactive Policing and Community Support:
- Initiate proactive patrol activities to deter crime and enforce laws.
- Conduct self-initiated patrol activities, including traffic enforcement and quality-of-life checks.
- Attend training to enhance proactive policing skills, obtaining and maintaining certifications as directed.
- Conduct business checks and security patrols.
- Work city events to provide security and traffic control.
- Specific Department Necessities:
- Maintain the dog pound, including feeding, cleaning, and administering medications.
- Perform animal control duties, locating and housing roaming animals.
- Manage jail activities, including booking, fingerprinting, and feeding prisoners.
- Homeless Outreach and Mental Health Assistance:
- Respond to calls involving homeless individuals, providing assistance.
- Respond to mental health calls and evaluate needs, transporting individuals to appropriate locations if needed.
- Criminal Prosecution and Reporting:
- Complete offense reports, tag evidence, and appear in court for testimony.
- Assist outside agencies, promoting interoperability and crime prevention.
- File warrants through appropriate channels.
- Contribute to the team effort by performing other related duties as assigned.
Salary is $75,672.00 OR $34.65 - $46.78 per hour
Benefits:
• 12-hour shifts with every other weekend off
• Visible tattoos & beards allowed
• Load-bearing vests provided
Incentive Pay:
• Bilingual: $1,200
• Associate’s Degree: $1,100
• Bachelor’s Degree: $1,900
• Master’s Degree: $2,500
• Doctorate: $3,000
• Specialty Skill Certification: $665 each
• Physical Test & Shift Differentials
Company Information
The Department maintains public safety, enforces laws, and assists citizens.
Experience
• High School Diploma or GED • 2 years law enforcement or military experience (OR 12 college hours) • TCOLE certification or enrollment in an academy • Valid Texas Driver’s License • Pass medical and psychological exams