Police Officer ~ Lateral Positions Available

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:

1. Submit resume, cover letter, and application form. 
2. Initial phone/video screening interview.
3. In-person interview with hiring manager and staff.
4. Skills assessment (if applicable).
5. Final interview and reference check.
6. 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.