Police Officer Recruit

Police Officer Recruit

Salary

$73,164.00 - $95,681.97 Annually

Location

Denison, TX

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

020-01

Department

Police

Division

Police

Opening Date

11/03/2026

Closing Date

2/1/2027 11:59 PM Central

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Description

This application is for the test date for: February 6, 2027. Applications and all documents are due by February 1, 2027, at 11:59PM.

• PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION WITHOUT ATTACHING YOUR DIPLOMA/GED and BIRTH CERTIFICATE*

PLEASE BE ADVISED: Read qualifications and directions carefully! In no case will applications or certifications be accepted after the deadline. In order to receive 5 additional points on the examination for a passing grade, you must also send a copy of your DD214 showing an honorable discharge. If the application or these required documents are not received by the deadline, you will not be eligible to take the examination. This information must accompany the application when completed and returned. Please submit any TCOLE certification paperwork you may have if you are a certified Peace Officer.

Performs general police work of average difficulty and is responsible for the protection of life and property, for the prevention, detection and investigation of crime, and for maintaining law and order; perform related work as required.

Examples of Duties

• Patrols an assigned beat, generally by car, to deter crime and observe law violations
• Makes arrests of person violating laws and ordinances
• Inspects residential, commercial and other buildings on assigned beat for indications of tampering, juvenile mischief of unauthorized entry
• Responds to emergency calls, routine complaints and alarm systems and takes action as necessary
• Conducts open observation for traffic law violators; writes traffic and parking citations
• Accompanies prisoners to jail or court; books prisoners into jail; may assist in the care of prisoners
• Checks NCIC and TCIC for information on suspects or persons stopped for traffic violations
• Conducts preliminary investigations at crime scenes prior to arrival of supervisor
• Conducts traffic accident investigations and writes required reports
• Directs traffic
• Prepares various reports and maintains files
• Testifies in court
• Questions drivers, witnesses or others and takes written statements
• Serves warrants
• May work at desk and answer telephones
• May perform minor servicing of police vehicles
• The employee may refer to State and local codes and ordinances. Procedures and policies have been established and standardized by superior officers and these guidelines should be followed when possible. However, in emergency situations the employee must use judgment in determining the appropriate course of action
• The employees performs a moderate number of tasks which require some judgment and decision making but are largely dictated by the department procedures and policies. The routine course of action followed by the employee is clear-cut but the employee must be able to act quickly in an emergency situation and make independent decisions. Instructions to the employee are usually clear-cut and specific.
• Generally the employee receives oral instructions but written instructions are given occasionally. Specific assignments are received from superior officers and are carried out in accordance with established rules and procedures. Methods of accomplishing assignments are at the discretion of the employee within department policies and procedures. Deadlines and priorities are usually determined by the supervisor, but the employee may determine others in the field. The employees work progress is monitored intermittently in the field and daily through reports. Supervision may be close in the event of an unusual or complex situation although the employee normally works without direct supervision while in the field.
• The employees job requires that he/she deal with the public regularly. Public contact situations are often structured and only normal tact and judgment must be used; however, at times the employee must encounter the public in situations involving conflict and which require considerable tact and judgment in handling the situation.
• The purposes of personal contacts are to obtain and provide factual information; issue citations to violators; resolve complaints and disturbances; and protect the public and property. The work involves an element of danger and the employee is required to use considerable judgment in unstructured situations and with hostile, uncooperative, or dangerous persons.

Typical Qualifications

All applicants should review the TCOLE Minimum Requirement for licensure by clicking here.

• Must be a citizen of the United States of America

• Must have high school diploma/GED

• Must be at least 21 years of age when licensed, OR

• 18 years of age with 60 hours of study at an accredited college or university, OR

• 18 years of age with an Associate degree from an accredited college or university, OR

• 18 years of age with Honorable Discharge after 2 years of military service.

• Must pass written examination with a score of 70.

• Must pass physical agility examination, oral interviews, and psychological evaluation.

• Must pass a thorough background investigation with no Class B Misdemeanors (within the previous 10 years) or any Class A Misdemeanor or Felony offenses within the lifetime of the applicant.

• Offenses from other states will be related to comparable Texas State Statues.

• Never convicted in any court of an offense involving family violence as defined under Chapter 71, Texas Family Code.

• Valid state-issued drivers license at the time of placement

• Must have driving record sufficient for coverage by Citys auto liability carrier

Physical & Work Environment

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Good knowledge of the geography of the City and locations of important buildings
• Good knowledge of the criminal, juvenile and traffic laws and ordinances pertaining to the jurisdiction
• Good knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of police work and related departmental regulations
• Good knowledge and skill in the use and care of firearms and related equipment
• Some knowledge of first aid techniques and procedures
• Ability and skill in the use of a police car and attached equipment
• Ability and skill in subduing and handcuffing prisoners
• Ability and skill writing narrative reports
• Ability to understand and follow oral instructions, departmental policy, rules, regulations, laws and ordinances
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, other law enforcement agencies, and the public
• Ability to analyze situations and adopt a quick, effective and reasonable course of action
• Ability to learn the use and care of firearms and specialized equipment
• Ability to observe situations and to report and record them daily

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These instructions are provided as a guide to assist you in properly completing your application. 1. Answer all questions truthfully, completely and accurately. 2. Do not skip a question. Each question will be verified at a later date during a background investigation with the possible use of a polygraph investigation. 3. It is essential that the information provided be accurate and complete. 4. Only the original questionnaire will be accepted. We will not accept any revised and/or corrected applications. 5. Omitting or misrepresenting facts or deceptive responses will result in permanent disqualification. 6. Applicants will be notified via email whether or not they are eligible for testing. As unknown email reverts to the "junk" folder it is the responsibility of the applicant to check both their "inbox" and "junk" folder. 7. DO NOT call to verify receipt of your application, rely on the email confirmation.

• I have read and understand the above statements.

02

Are you a citizen of the United States of America?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have a valid Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

04

Have you ever had your Drivers License suspended for any reason?

• Yes
• No

05

If yes, please explain, including dates. If no, please mark "NA" below.

06

Please select your accurate age range at the time of the test date.

• Less than 18 years old
• Between 18 and 21 years old
• Between 21 and 44 years old
• 45 years old or more

07

Which best describes your level of education?

• Some high school, no diploma
• High School diploma or GED
• At least 60 credit hours at an accredited college or university
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree

08

Do you have an Honorable Discharge after 2 years of service in the United States Armed Forces? If yes, please attach a DD214 to your application for 5 extra points on the written exam.

• Yes
• No

09

Do you have a current TCOLE license?

• Yes
• No

10

If yes, select the type from the list below.

• Communications
• Jailer
• Peace Officer
• N/A

11

Have you been convicted/currently charged with a Class B misdemeanor within the last 10 years?

• Yes
• No

12

Have you been convicted/currently charged with Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) within the last 10 years?

• Yes
• No

13

Have you ever been convicted of a Class A misdemeanor or Felony?

• Yes
• No

14

Have you used or possessed marijuana within 3 years preceding the test date?

• Yes
• No

15

If yes, please explain, including dates. If no, please mark "NA" below.

16

Have you used or possessed illegal drugs and/or controlled substances (other than marijuana) within 5 years preceding the test date?

• Yes
• No

17

If yes, please explain, including dates. If no, please mark "NA" below.

18

Have you furnished (by selling or delivering) any controlled substance to another person within your lifetime?

• Yes
• No

19

If yes, please explain. If no, mark NA in the box below.

20

Have you been convicted of OR committed a theft (Class B or higher) within 10 years preceding the test date?

• Yes
• No

21

Have you ever taken a prescription drug (ex: Hydrocodone, Tramadol, Alprazolam, Oxycodone) that was not prescribed to you?

• Yes
• No

22

If yes, please explain, including dates. If no, please mark "NA" in box below.

23

Have you previously applied with the Denison Police Department?

• Yes
• No

24

If yes, please explain, including dates. If no, please mark "NA" below.

25

How did you learn about this position?

Required Question

Employer City of Denison

Address 300 W. Main

PO Box 347

Denison, Texas, 75021

Phone 903.465.2720 ext. 2445

Website http://www.denisontx.gov/jobs