Cadet Police Officer

Police Officer

Protects the city's residents and property and enforces laws and ordinances. Duties include patrolling an assigned area, generally by vehicle, and responding to emergency calls and routine complaints, taking appropriate action.

Organizational Relationships :

• Reports to : Patrol Supervisor; Corporal and / or Sergeant.
• Directs : This is a non-supervisory position.
• Other : Has frequent contact with other police department employees, other law enforcement agencies, and the general public.

Essential Duties :

Other Important Duties :

Performs such other related duties as may be assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Knowledge of : applicable state, federal, and local laws; techniques and procedures used in the law enforcement field; accident investigation; city ordinances; radar operation and applicable procedures of use; and the use and care of vehicles, firearms, and specialized equipment.

Skill / Ability to : understand and follow written and oral instructions, departmental policies, rules, regulations, and laws; operate a vehicle under emergency conditions; attend and understand police officer training courses; establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, other law enforcement agencies, judicial officials, and the general public; demonstrate proficiency in both oral and written communication; analyze situations and adopt a quick, effective, and reasonable course of action; maintain accurate records; tolerate outside working conditions, including exposure to adverse weather conditions; and maintain appropriate necessary certifications, Texas driver's license applicable to job responsibilities, and good driving record.

Acceptable Experience and Training :

Required Certificates and Licenses :

Basic Certification by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE); or possesses acceptable training to meet minimum standards for initial licensure as outlined in the current Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Texas Administrative Code 217.1 and appropriate Texas driver's license.

Job Physical, Mental, and / or Emotional Requirements :

The City will comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act, including the American Disabilities Act Amendment Act, and all other Federal, State, and Local legislative requirements. The Facility will ensure that reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform the essential functions of that position.