| Location | Azle, TX |
| Salary | $74,011–$102,104 Per Year |
Full Salary Range for the nonexempt TCOLE Certified Police Officer position is $74,011 - $102,104
Starting salary DOQ
Salary for the Police Recruit position is $63,933
Position Open Until Filled
Are you a TCOLE Certified Peace Officer who is passionate about helping your community in times of need?
Will you be eligible for TCOLE certification within 12 months?
Do you seek a career which is both challenging and rewarding, where you are mentored to succeed?
If you answered “Yes” to these questions, then you could be just what the City of Azle is looking for!
The City of Azle has seen significant growth over the last several years, and we are excited to announce the opportunity for qualified candidates to apply for the position of Police Officer/Police Recruit to grow with us.
Our Police Department is housed in a beautifully constructed state of the art facility; and it's a great time to become a part of a diverse, collaborative and dynamic group of law enforcement professionals.
Health/Dental/Disability/Term Life benefits are paid at 100% for the employee, and you will be participating in the Texas Municipal Retirement System pension plan at a rate of 7% to grow your retirement nest egg, with the City of Azle matching your contributions 2:1!
Additionally, vacation and personal leave are available after six months of continuous service.
Incentive pay for relevant certifications and licenses; employee recognition and appreciation events; training opportunities; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); and a great team of co-workers make The City of Azle an ideal place to establish or expand your career.
If you would like to know more about this exciting and rewarding opportunity with the City of Azle, and apply for this position, please review the information found in the "Additional Information" tab of this posting.
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS PRIOR TO REGISTERING ONLINE TO APPLY FOR THIS VACANCY
Do you currently hold a valid TCOLE certification for Peace Officer?
If not, do you expect to earn this certification within the next twelve months?
If you answered “yes” to either of those questions, you are encouraged and invited to complete the City of Azle Employment Application for the position of TCOLE certified Police Officer/Police Recruit.
If you answered “no” to both of the questions, please do not proceed with applying at this time.
Must be of strong moral character and temperate habits.
Disqualifications include: Any conviction or court-ordered community supervision/probation involving family violence or a criminal offense above a Class B misdemeanor.
Any Class B misdemeanor conviction within the last 10 years.
Any conviction or offense involving family violence.
Any legal prohibition against operating a motor vehicle or possessing firearms/ammunition.
Job Description for Police Officer
Immediate Supervisor: Lieutenant/Sergeant
Positions Supervised: None
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Work Schedule: As Required
POSITION SUMMARY
Patrols assigned area in a police vehicle. Enforces traffic regulations, responds to requests for service, performs preliminary investigations to prevent and deter crime, and arrests violators. Duties and responsibilities include the following.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Responsible for following and promoting the Mission of the Azle Police Department.
2. Responsible for enhancing the quality of life in the City of Azle by working cooperatively with the citizens we serve and within the framework of the U.S. Constitution to enforce laws, preserve the peace, reduce fear, and provide a safe environment.
3. Maintains a presence in their assigned patrol area and familiarizes themselves with persons frequenting, working, or living in the area.
4. Conducts preliminary and field investigations. Interviews and/or interrogates victims, witnesses and suspects. Documents complaints and investigations as required by policy and procedure.
5. Responds to calls for police assistance by operating a police vehicle in routine and emergency situations while being able to talk and operate the police radio and emergency equipment.
6. Directs and reroutes traffic around fire or other disruptions by using recognizable arm movements and related equipment.
7. Serves warrants and/or makes arrests under normal and/or under elevated risk situations.
8. Operates police communication equipment in order to communicate via radio and/or by typing information on computer/mobile data terminal.
9. Collects, retrieves, logs, and stores property and evidence utilizing accepted methods and equipment.
10. Administers first aid and assists paramedic/medical personnel as needed. May be required to lift and/or carry injured persons.
11. Issues written citations for traffic and other violations. Testifies in court and describes or illustrates conditions, situations, and occurrences before juries, defense attorneys, prosecutors, and judges.
12. Operates firearms and other impact and/or less-lethal weapons in a safe and accurate manner under stressful and potentially life-threatening situations.
13. May perform other assignments and handle special projects as required.
14. Regular and timely attendance is required as well as the ability to get along with others in a professional manner.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma / GED. Must successfully complete the Department's in-service and Field Training Program.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of citizens, customers, or employees of the organization.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Ability to gather and collect information from individuals in a manner that accurately conducts and documents investigations.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License and be licensed or licensable by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE).
SPECIALIZED KSA'S
Upon completion of the academy and/or the Department's field training program, must have working knowledge of police patrol methods, practices and procedures, municipal ordinances, and the geography of the City of Azle.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and utilize the sense of smell. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, push, pull, run and jump.
The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Must be able to legally and properly utilize non-lethal or lethal force and related equipment/weapons where applicable and effect forcible arrests when necessary.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Vision standards 20/40 (uncorrected) for near and far vision each eye or 20/20 corrected each eye.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
DISCLAIMER
The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by an individual assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, or skills. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at the discretion of the employer to meet organizational needs and job requirements.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
• Must successfully complete the Department's in-service and Field Training Program.
• Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License and be licensed or licensable by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE).
PLEASE NOTE THAT INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
The City of Azle is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.