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Police Officer ~ Lateral Positions Available Jobs in Boerne, TX at City of Boerne

Title: Police Officer ~ Lateral Positions Available

Company: City of Boerne

Location: Boerne, TX

Job Title:

Police Officer I

Department:

Police

Location:

City of Boerne, Texas

Salary Range:

$35.26 – $44.08 Hourly DOQ

Job Description:

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

Key Responsibilities:

  • Patrols an assigned area, by vehicle or on foot, to prevent crimes and enforce laws and ordinances.
  • Responds to emergency calls and routine complaints and disturbances, including domestic disputes and burglar alarms, and takes necessary action, including performing first aid
  • Directs traffic, escorts traffic, operates traffic radar monitoring equipment, and issues traffic citations
  • Questions witnesses, complainants, and suspects, and takes statements and depositions
  • Keeps records of activities and makes reports concerning crimes, complaints, accidents, and investigations.
  • Assists emergency medical personnel, firefighters, and Animal Control Officers
  • Fosters good police-community relations among residents in the community
  • Assists in criminal investigations, including sexual assault cases, child abuse cases, and homicides
  • Resolves community-related issues through community policing efforts; problem solving
  • Conducts security checks of businesses and residential areas on patrol route
  • Performs upkeep and simple maintenance of department vehicles
  • Investigates traffic accidents and crimes against persons and property.
  • Serves warrants and makes arrests; Appears in court as required.
  • May be used as an Intoxilyzer Operator and/or Drug Recognition Expert (DRE).
  • May be used as a Field Training Officer as determined by the department.
  • May be used as a Mental Health Officer as determined by the department
  • May be used as a Community Events Officer as determined by the department
  • May be used as a School Resource Officer as determined by the department
  • May be used as a Criminal Detective as determined by the department
  • Performs departmental public relations activities, including speaking to schools, churches, and other civic organizations as needed
  • May act as specialist in relation to traffic, suspect apprehension, internal affairs, direct patrol, or other specialized assignments.
  • Serves as essential emergency personnel when required.
  • Regular and prompt attendance is an essential function of the position.
  • Performs such other related duties as may be assigned

Qualifications:

  • Education: High school graduation, or its equivalent, plus at least one year of related police experience (some college work in law enforcement preferred); or any equivalent combination for experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities and satisfies state requirements
  • Knowledge of: traffic law, Texas Penal Code, city ordinances and TABC laws; radar operation and applicable procedures of use; and the use and care of vehicles, firearms, and specialized equipment
  • Skill/Ability to: understand and follow instructions, departmental policy, rules, regulations, and laws; demonstrate proficiency in both oral and written communication; operate a vehicle under emergency conditions; attend and understand police officer training courses; establish and maintain effective working relationships with other law enforcement agencies, judicial officials, and the general public; analyze situations and adopt a quick, effective, and reasonable course of action; 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
  • Safety/Physical Requirements: Moderate. Tasks involve bending, lifting, walking, carrying, or using a force equal to lifting up to fifty pounds
  • Certifications & Licenses Required: Basic Peace Officer Proficiency Certification by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE), Valid Texas driver’s license. CPR and AED Certification from the American Heart Association

Application Process:

  • Submit resume, cover letter, and application form.
  • Initial phone/video screening interview
  • In-person interview with hiring manager and staff
  • Skills assessment (if applicable)
  • Final interview and reference check
  • Job offer to selected candidate

Special Benefits & Perks:

  • Medical, Dental, & Vision – 100% Paid by the city for the employee, option to add dependents. (City pays 42% for dependents, medical only.)
  • Short-Term and Long -Term Disability
  • Vacation/ Sick paid days off
  • Holidays Paid
  • Retirement plan – 14% City Contribution
  • Workers Compensation Insurance & 100% salary indemnity

Application Timeline:

The hiring process generally takes 2 to 4 weeks from application submission to offer. Join our team and help foster a community of learning and engagement in Boerne!

City of Boerne is an equal-opportunity employer.

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