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Probationary Police Officer - City of Boerne, TX (ID: 336445)

Title Probationary Police Officer
Type Police Officer
Date Posted 2019-08-02
City / Organization City of Boerne, TX
Website Click Here for the Position Listing
Email Contact lcarroll@ci.boerne.tx.us
Description

SUMMARY OF POSITION

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.

EXAMPLES OF WORK

Essential Duties*

Patrols an assigned area, by vehicle or by 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;

Investigates traffic accidents and crimes against persons and property;

Questions witnesses, complainants, and suspects, and takes statements and depositions;

Serves warrants and makes arrests;

Keeps records of activities and makes reports concerning crimes, complaints, accidents, and investigations;

Appears in court as required;

Shares information and works with other law enforcement agencies as directed and appropriate;

Conducts security checks of businesses and residential areas on patrol route;

Performs upkeep and simple maintenance of department vehicles;

Assists emergency medical personnel, firefighters, and Animal Control Officers;

Fosters good police-community relations among residents in the community;

Assists with special activities such as bank deposit escorts and funeral escorts;

Assists in criminal investigations, including sexual assault cases, child abuse cases, and homicides; and

Tags and logs evidence.

Other Important Duties*

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; and

Performs such other related duties as may be assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

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 drivers 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.

ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

High school graduation, or its equivalent, plus at least two years of related police experience (some college work in law enforcement preferred);

or any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, and satisfies state requirements.

Participate and successfully complete the Field Training Program during the time allotted;

Must demonstrate the ability to adequately perform the job of police officer prior to completion of introductory period of employment

 

 

 

 

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED

 

Basic Certification by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education (TCOLE), Valid Texas driver’s license.  See Police Career Plan.

May serve as the department’s medical office requiring a minimum Basic Life Support Certificate.

Job Post Expiration Date   September 1, 2019

    All jobs posted are considered open until filled and may close at anytime except as stated in the Job Description. .