Certified Police Officer OR Police Recruit

SALARY & INFORMATION Ready to start a rewarding career with the City of Hewitt? The City of Hewitt Police Department is on a mission to reflect and serve our community.
We are actively searching for experienced TCOLE Certified Police Officers and Police Recruits who strongly desire to provide first-class protection to our community.
Benefit Information: The City of Hewitt offers highly competitive wages and benefits.
We are committed to helping every officer grow, advance, and create a meaningful career.
Get paid while attending Law Enforcement Academy.
Medical/Dental/Vision plans Paid Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability Employee Assistance Program Paid Holidays Paid Vacation & Sick Leave Certification/Education Incentive Pay TMRS retirement -7% employee Contribution with a 2:1 Employer Match Paid wellness hour with on-site gym All equipment provided 12 hours shift with every other weekend off TCOLE CERTIFIED POLICE OFFICERS: THE CITY OF HEWITT IS OFFERING A $10,000 SIGN-ON INCENTIVE TO QUALIFIED TCOLE CERTIFIED POLICE OFFICERS.
$2,500 on first full payroll check $2,500 after the completion of Field Training $5,000 after the completion of 11 month of employment To review the City of Hewitt Civil Service Pay Schedule-https://cityofhewitt.
com/871/CIVIL-SERVICE LATERAL PAY: The starting pay for lateral entry officers with prior law enforcement experience of at least two ( 2) years shall be placed at the step in the police pay schedule commensurate with their qualified complete years of experience up to, but not exceeding, the rate of pay specified in the City' s top step of the police officer step pay plan.
RECRUIT: Police recruits will receive academic training in the fundamentals of law enforcement and is assigned to various department operations until entry into the law enforcement academy.
Entire responsibility of individual in this job category is to successfully complete the law enforcement academy in order to become a certified Police Officer.
JOB DESCRIPTION 100.
00% - Under the general supervision of a Police Sergeant, enforces Federal, State, and City laws, rules, regulations, ordinances, and codes by performing various law enforcement tasks that support law enforcement and crime prevention activities.
Performs investigative work and other special assignments; performs various technical and administrative tasks supporting the Hewitt Police Department.
Assignments within this rank include Patrol officer, Field Training Officer, School Resource Officer, K-9 Officer, and Criminal Investigations.
Maintains a high visibility in the community to deter and prevent criminal activity and educating the public in ways to protect themselves from criminal activity and/or prevent accidents and injuries.
Patrol/Criminal Investigation Assignment: Conducts routine patrol of assigned City areas to assist in crime prevention efforts, reports and responds to suspicious circumstances, traffic violations, and hazards to life or property.
Responds to calls for service, including investigating civil and criminal activity, citizen complaints, traffic accidents, and domestic violence issues.
Mediates and negotiates conflicts and disagreements within the community.
Arrests, charges, and books violators of laws or individuals with outstanding warrants for their arrest.
Presents testimony and evidence in municipal and county courts on traffic, civil, or criminal cases.
Assists with Police Department and City-sponsored events, including traffic and crowd control.
Advocates public awareness for crime prevention, neighborhood watch, and other citizen programs.
Promotes activities and special events in the community that relate to crime prevention and positive department-community relations.
Promotes crime prevention: organizes neighborhood watch groups, Citizen Police Academy, etc.
Completes reports, citations, documentation, and case files promptly.
Gathers and information in criminal investigations by interviewing & obtaining statements of victims, witnesses, suspects, and confidential informers.
Plans, implements, and completes criminal investigations and law violations using physical evidence, statements, and further evidence gathered within the department and effective law enforcement techniques.
Analyzes criminal, emergency, and law violation situations to determine the best method or procedure.
Prepares written reports as required by specific areas of assignment.
Inform crime victims of prosecution procedures and discuss investigation procedures.
Checks condition and status of assigned equipment; secures all equipment before leaving it unattended.
Stay current regarding laws, technical developments, legal procedures, and relevant court rulings.
Assist with background investigations and interviews.
Provide on-the-job training for new officers.
Travels to patrol assigned areas, respond to calls for service and attend meetings, conferences, and frequent training.
Operates police vehicles safely and courteously.
Performs other related duties as assigned by the superior office and as required by law.
School Resource Officer Assignment: Maintains close contact with school officials and administrators to assist public schools in dealing with significant and minor law enforcement problems dealing with juveniles.
Promotes activities and special community events related to crime prevention among juveniles.
Promotes juvenile crime prevention programs and anti-drug awareness.
Conducts educational presentations regarding juvenile crime prevention and drug use to juveniles, parents, and school administrators.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES Competencies - Knowledge of the specific practices and procedures for assigned unit(s).
Knowledge of police practices, methods, procedures, equipment, and services.
Knowledge of customer service and public relations methods and techniques.
Knowledge of computers and related equipment, hardware, and software to prepare reports, and maintain and research databases.
Knowledge of City policies and procedures.
Ability to acquire skill in the use of firearms, radio equipment, physical defensive tactics, and first aid; the ability to acquire skill in the operation of a patrol vehicle and other law enforcement equipment.
Ability to remain alert and reactive quickly, calmly, and rationally in times of extreme stress.
Ability to prioritize in decision-making and make decisive actions.
Ability to enforce laws firmly, tactfully, and impartially.
Ability to interpret and apply federal, state and local policies, procedures, laws and regulations.
Ability to maintain confidentiality in the performance of duties.
Skill in effective oral and written communications.
Skill in handling and defusing confrontational and/or hostile individuals.
Skill in responding appropriately in an emergency situation.
Skill in implementing and enforcing laws, codes, and regulations to protect public safety.
Skill in resolving customer complaints and concerns.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT A Physical Agility Test will be completed after the written exam.
Please wear or bring appropriate attire for this testing.
Only candidates passing the written exam will be offered the Physical Agility Test.
The physical ability rowing test is designed to determine the overall fitness level of an applicant.
All applicants must pass the physical ability test on the Concept2 Rower at 50% based on standardized age and gender norms.
The applicant"s target time will be set according to their age, gender, and weight on the day of the exam.
Applicants not passing the physical ability rowing test on the Concept2 Rower will not be allowed to continue through the hiring process.
Applicants will be allowed to reapply during the next scheduled examination.
The physical ability rowing test consists of rowing 2000 meters on a Concept2 Rower with the damper set at level "5".
Applicants cannot put their feet on the ground until they are finished.
Applicants should view the below video tutorial on how to use the rower.
Applicants will be encouraged to prepare for the exam by training on the Concept2 Rower which is available at local gyms & fitness facilities.
The following links have been provided to assist applicants in preparing for the physical ability rowing test.
The rowing stroke is depicted at https://www.
concept2.
com/indoor-rowers/training/technique-videos along with common rowing errors at https://www.
concept2.
com/indoor-rowers/training/technique-videos/common-errors.
Applicants can also determine the maximum time allowed to complete the physical ability rowing test at the following link: https://www.
dps.
texas.
gov/ETR/FitnessWellness/concept2RowerCalc.
htm Make sure you change the percentage under Desired Results to 50%.
WORKING CONDITIONS & QUALIFICATIONS Environmental Factors and Conditions/Physical Requirements: Work is performed in municipal police department office and field environments.
May be subject to repetitive motion such as typing, data entry and vision to monitor.
May be subject to extended periods of standing, walking, driving, bending, reaching, crawling, climbing, kneeling and lifting when responding to an emergency police situation, accident or investigation.
Subject to excessive audio/visual discrimination and perception when making professional observations, communicating with others, reading and writing and operating assigned equipment.
May be subject to exposure to extreme weather conditions, hazardous driving conditions, hostile environments, hazardous chemicals and fumes, body fluids, infectious diseases, air and water borne pathogens.
Must be able to restrain hostile and/or combative individuals.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and may be required to occasionally lift 110-150 pounds.
Equipment and Tools Utilized: Equipment utilized includes personal computer, copier, calculator, fax machine, other standard office equipment, guns, weapons, police safety gear and equipment, radar equipment, police radios and City vehicles.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Must pass a pre-employment drug screening, physical, criminal background check, fingerprinting check, and MVR check.
Must be a U.
S.
citizen.
High school diploma or GED.
Possess a valid Texas Class C Driver's License.
Certified Officers must be currently licensed in the State of Texas as a Peace Officer.
Non-certified officers must be able to pass the police academy and state licensing test(s).
Expected Hours of Work: Must be able to work a 12 hour shift.
May work irregular hours including nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours in emergency or disaster situations.
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