Certified Lateral Police Officer

Salary: $69,160.00 - $83,678.40 Annually
Location : Round Rock, TX
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 201801429
Department: Police Patrol
Division: 10021002 - Patrol
Opening Date: 11/21/2023
Closing Date: 12/7/2023 11:59 PM Central
Description
Under general supervision, performs varied law enforcement duties; enforces laws and regulations and apprehends criminals; provides information, advice and assistance to the public in their use of police and other City services; conducts crime investigations; and does related work as required. This is a broad classification with individual positions assigned to specific functional areas; duties and assignments may overlap depending on the operational needs of the department and staffing levels.
Out-of-State applicants eligible for TCOLE certification will attend a Supplemental Peace Officer Course administered at the Public Safety Training Center; study provided materials on the topics of Code of Criminal Procedure, Penal Code, Traffic, Alcoholic Beverage Code, Health and Safety Code, Family Code, Family Violence and Related Assaultive Offenses and other job-related topics; utilize practice tests to prepare for TCOLE test; prepare for the Advanced Officers Academy with physical exercise.
Examples of Duties

• Patrols the city in car, motorcycle, all-terrain vehicle, bicycle and any other means of transportation and on foot; answers calls for the protection of life and property, and the enforcement of City, County, and State laws; may conduct both preliminary and follow-up investigations of reported criminal activity, deaths, and vehicle traffic accidents.
  
• Responds to any emergency, utilizing exceptional physical abilities which include but are not limited to high-speed driving, pursuing criminals while on foot, carrying injured persons, climbing fences and walls, overcoming physical resistance of uncooperative violent suspects, and directing traffic at emergency scenes, fires, and special events. Most of these requirements occur outside and may be in inclement weather.
  
• Makes arrests as necessary; interview victims, complainants, and witnesses; interrogate suspects; gathers and preserves evidence; testifies and presents evidence in court.
  
• Contacts and cooperates with other law enforcement agencies in matters relating to the investigation of crimes and the apprehension of offenders.
  
• Prepares reports of arrests made, investigations conducted, and unusual incidents observed.
  
• Serves warrants and subpoenas.
  
• While on patrol, stops drivers who are operating vehicles in violation of laws; warns drivers against unlawful practices, issues citations and makes arrests as necessary. Checks buildings for physical security. Receives, searches, books, fingerprints, and transports prisoners.
  
• Administers first aid in emergency situations.
  
• Maintains contact with citizens regarding potential law enforcement problems and preserves good relationships with the general public.
  
• Works unsupervised as a solo unit in responding to emergencies.
  
• Works rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
  
• Performs specialized investigative or detective work as assigned by the Chief of Police.
  
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Experience and Training

• High School Diploma or equivalent and one of the following:
  
• Minimum of 30 college credit hours from an accredited university OR two years full-time law enforcement experience OR two years of active-duty time in the U.S. Armed Forces OR two years of full-time basic jailer experience OR completed a state-approved Basic Peace Officer Course (BPOC) and passed the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) licensing exam is required.

Certificates and Licenses Required

• Possession of a Texas Driver's License, or the ability to obtain one prior to employment.
  
• Must possess a TCOLE license by the time of appointment, be a certified Police Officer out-of-state, a Federal Enforcement Officer or currently enrolled in a Police Academy in the State of Texas.

Out-of-State Applicants Only- Applicant must first successfully complete an initial eligibility form, obtain approval from TCOLE and obtain their PID number before applying for this position.
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The City of Round Rock recognizes that everyone is concerned about financial protection - both now and for the future. Recognizing that employees are essential in the operation of an organization, the City wants to help provide our employees and their families with a measure of security through our benefit program.
Working toward that goal, the City offers security for the present and the future.
Security for the Present:
* Health Plan
* Dental Plan
* Vision Plan
* Additional Supplemental Plans (optional)
Security for the Future:
* Retirement Plan
* Deferred Compensation Plans
Additional Benefits:
* Education Reimbursement Assistance
* Clay Madsen Recreation Center Membership
* Employee & Family Pool Pass (seasonal)
* Round Rock Public Library Card
* Medical and Dependent Day Care Reimbursement Account
* Employee Assistance Program
* Longevity
Leave Benefits:
* Vacation
* Sick
* City Holidays
01
Which of the following best describes your eligibility?

• At least thirty (30) college credit hours from an accredited college or university
• At least two (2) years full-time law enforcement experience
• At least two (2) years active-duty time in the U.S. Armed Forces
• At least two (2) years of full-time basic jailer experience
• Completed a state-approved Basic Peace Officer Course (BPOC) and passed the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) licensing exam
• None of the Above

02
Have you ever been convicted of an offense above the grade of a Class B misdemeanor or a Class B misdemeanor within the last ten years?

• Yes
• No

03
Are you currently on probation for any offense?

• Yes
• No

04
Have you been discharged from any commissioned or cadet position within a law enforcement agency with (just cause), resigning to avoid suspension or discharge, or having resigned during a disciplinary investigation without final judgment being rendered?

• Yes
• No

05
Do you possess a valid Texas Driver License?

• Yes
• No, but ABLE to obtain prior to employment.
• No, I am ineligible for a driver's license.

06
Are you currently a TCOLE certified Police Officer?

• Yes
• No, but I am a certified out-of-state peace officer and have obtained a TCOLE PID.
• No

Required Question