Salary: $57,200.00 – $65,700.00 Annually

Position Summary:

Under general supervision of the Patrol Operations Lieutenant and the Chief of Police, a Police Officer for the City of Bee Cave conducts patrol duties, enforces the Texas Penal and Traffic Code, protects life and property, preserves the peace, apprehends criminals, and investigates traffic accidents. Police Sergeant usually determines deadlines and priorities for this position. Routine course of action to be followed is generally clear-cut and specific in accordance with established Police Department policies and procedures; however, incumbent must be able to act quickly in emergencies and make independent decisions. Position requires constant contact with the public in situations that will require the use of tact, diplomacy, and good judgment.

Essential Functions:

Patrols an assigned area by bicycle, car, or on foot to deter crime and detect violations of law.
Makes arrests of persons violating laws and ordinances; inspects residential, commercial, and other buildings on assigned area for indications of criminal activity; responds to emergency calls, routine complaints, and alarm system signals; and takes all necessary and appropriate law enforcement actions.
Enforces traffic code for traffic law violators; directs traffic; issues traffic and parking citations; questions drivers, witnesses, or others in connection with possible violations of the law; takes written statements; checks NCIC and TCIC for information on suspects; and accompanies prisoners to jail or court.
Conducts preliminary investigations at crime scenes prior to arrival of supervisor; testifies in court; writes accurate and precise reports; maintains files; and answers calls for service through police dispatch, mobile data computer, and/or telephone.
May be assigned specialized duties as criminal investigator, courtroom security, bicycle officer, or other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Some college semester hours are preferred, with a minimum GPA of 2.0
Preferred certified peace officer in the State of Texas.
Or willing to attend a TCOLE approved full-time police academy as an employee of the Bee Cave Police Department.
Must have made passing scores on all applicable entrance tests.
Valid Texas Class C Driver’s License with a safe driving record (no more than 3 moving violations in the past 36 months); no record of DWI, DUI, or license suspension within the past five years.
Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age and a citizen of the United States.

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