Police Officer

Summary of Position

Under general supervision, the purpose of this position is to provide crime prevention and law enforcement responsibilities for the conduct of routine patrols, preliminary, criminal and specialized investigations, and traffic control duties in a designated area during an assigned shift.

Essential Functions The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.

• Patrols an assigned area to prevent and detect criminal activities, normally operating a City vehicle.
• Initiates applicable investigation techniques to develop and prosecute criminals under each offense.
• Documents investigative actions, interviews, interrogations, subpoena procurement; written statements; affidavits for evidentiary warrants and arrest warrants; evidence collection; identification, location and apprehension of perpetrator and property recovery.
• Prepares and presents cases to District Attorney's office.
• Investigates non-criminal actions such as missing persons, found property, etc.
• Conducts specialized undercover investigations as assigned.
• Responds to emergency calls to protect lives and property often times involving criminal activities. Apprehends suspected criminals as situation dictates.
• Prepares activity reports detailing patrol/investigation occurrences and submits reports to superiors for review.
• Enforces traffic laws through patrol and issuance of citations.Investigates and prepares crime/traffic reports on criminal activities and traffic accidents.
• Files required reports for the court and legal process and appears and testifies in court as required.
• Participates in Police Department crime prevention and education programs and activities.
• Interacts professionally and respectfully with the public, coworkers and others in the course of daily work.
• Regular and timely attendance is required for this position.
• Must report to work for duty outside normally scheduled work hours in response to natural disasters, emergencies or critical incidents as determined by Police Department Administration.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum age of 21 and a High School Diploma or GED.

• Must pass:

• Written examination

• Background investigation

• Essential Job Function screening

• Polygraph test

• Oral Review Board

• Psychological screening

• Drug test

• Must possess good moral character and meet any other standards set by law or by policy of the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement.

• Must possess and maintain a valid State of Texas Driver's License.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

• Lateral Entry Officers must meet the requirements set forth in the Colleyville Police Department's General Orders 401 (L).

LATERAL ENTRY PROGRAM: Must have 2 years experience as paid full time Police Officer from comparable size agency with no more than three years break in service. TCOLE Certified, starting pay commensurate with experience and training.

SALARY RANGE : $80,072 - $95,285 annually

(Police Cadets earn $6,028.64 monthly while in the Academy)

Sign-on Incentive Program $5,000 sign-on bonus for certified/laterals

$2,500 sign-on bonus for non-certified

CONTACT PERSON: Jeremiah Filion, Personnel Sergeant

ADDRESS: 5201 Riverwalk Dr., Colleyville, TX 76034

OFFICE: 817-503-1213

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01

Have you ever been guilty of, or plead guilty or no contest to a felony offense?

• Yes
• No

02

If you answered 'Yes' to the previous question, please identify the charge(s) and briefly explain the incident. If you answered 'No' please put 'N/A'.

03

Have you ever been convicted of, or plead guilty or no contest to a misdemeanor offense other than a minor traffic violation?

• Yes
• No

04

If you answered 'Yes' to the previous question, please identify the charge(s) and briefly explain the incident. If you answered 'No' please put 'N/A'.

05

Have you ever received deferred adjudication for any offense?

• Yes
• No

06

Were you referred by a current City of Colleyville employee?

• Yes
• No

07

If you answered 'Yes' to the previous question, please list the employee's name and department. If you answered 'No', please put 'N/A'.

08

If you were not referred by a current employee, how did you hear about the position? Please by specific. If you found the position online, please specify what website.

09

Are you a U.S. Citizen?

• Yes
• No

10

Are you at least 21 years old?

• Yes
• No

11

Do you have a high school diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

12

Do you have a minimum of 30 hours of college credit?

• Yes
• No

13

If you answered 'No' to the last question, please indicate the number of college credit hours you have accrued.

14

If you have military experience, did you receive an honorable discharge on your DD214?

• Yes
• No
• N/A

15

Have you ever had a conviction, deferred adjudication or probation for assault/family violence?

• Yes
• No

16

Have you ever had a conviction, deferred adjudication or probation for theft?

• Yes
• No

17

How many times in your lifetime have you used, tried, or experimented with marijuana?

18

Have you used, tried or experimented with marijuana in the last two years?

• Yes
• No

19

Have you ever used or experimented with illegal drugs, not including marijuana?

• Yes
• No

20

If you answered 'Yes' to the last question, list the date you used or experimented with illegal drugs, to include prescription drugs belonging to another, and which drug it was. If you answered 'No', please put N/A.

21

Have you ever used anabolic steroids after February 27, 1991?

• Yes
• No

22

If you answered 'Yes' to the last question, list the last date used and the number of times used. If you answered 'No', please put N/A.

23

Do you have any tattoos on your neck, face, hands or head?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question