Police Officer



Job Details

Police Officer
Employer

City of Bellaire

Salary

$61,465.00 - $83,771.00 Annually

Location

5110 Jessamine (Police Dept.) - Bellaire, TX

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

910-06

Department

Police

Opening Date

05/19/2016

Job Description

The purpose of this position is to protect life and property, assist victims of violent crimes, apprehend criminals, prevent crime, and enforce state laws and local ordinances.  This is accomplished by responding to 911 calls for service, gathering information, investigating traffic accidents, arresting subjects,  patrolling the City, assessing the needs of victims and providing appropriate resources, and establishing a relationship with businesses and citizens.

Examples of Duties

Responds to 911 calls for service by acknowledging the dispatch; assessing the response priority; driving to the location; contacting victim, complainants, and witnesses; gathering information to determine if a crime has been committed; requesting additional resources if needed; arresting subjects if appropriate; and completing incident reports.

Performs self-initiated patrol activities by actively looking for violations of state statutes, traffic laws, and City ordinances; enforcing traffic laws through traffic stops; contacting residents and business owners to identify quality of life issues; following up with citizens about prior complaints; conducting property checks; serving subpoenas and warrants; and making referrals to the appropriate City/County agency when appropriate.

Conducts preliminary basic investigations by responding to incident locations; determining the type of incident; locating and identifying complainants, victims, and witnesses; identifying possible suspects; recording information; collecting and submitting evidence; completing the incident report; and obtaining warrants for suspects.

Conducts traffic accident investigations by responding to the accident location; checking for injuries; clearing the roadway; interviewing involved parties and witnesses; completing reports; issuing traffic citations; following up with any injured parties at the medical facility; and securing the scene if required.

Appears in Court by complying with scheduled court dates; answering subpoenas to appear on days other than regularly scheduled dates; reviewing reports and notes; testifying; discussing the case with the District Attorney and Defense Attorney as appropriate; and assisting in contacting witnesses and serving subpoenas.

 

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must be licensed peace officers in the State of Texas, eligible for licensing in Texas at the time of employment, or currently attending a licensing academy; must have high school diploma or equivalent and valid drivers' license.

 

Supplemental Information

Applicants will be required to review the position description and meet all minimum qualifications. Only "qualified" applicants will be contacted by the Police Department to participate in the written test and fitness evaluation. 


Monthly Incentive Pay for college degrees,TCLEOSE and other certifications available in addition to base salary.

There are a wide variety of benefits available to Full-time City of Bellaire employees. These benefits include: Medical, Pharmacy, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Optional Supplemental Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Health Savings Account, Section 125-Premium Conversion, Employee Assistance Program, Texas Municipal Retirement System (7% employee contribution; 2-1 City Match), Optional 457 Deferred Compensation and IRA options, Vacation Leave, Sick Leave, Paid Holidays, Paid Personal Holidays, Tuition Reimbursement, Sick Leave Buy-Back, Bereavement Leave, Longevity Pay, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Direct Deposit, Wellness Programming and Incentives, Complimentary Fitness/Recreation Access, Compass Professional Health Services Concierge, and other voluntary ancillary benefits.

01
Do you have a valid Driver's License?
  • Yes
  • No
02
Are you currently licensed as a peace officer in the state of Texas or will you be eligible for licensing in Texas at the time of employment?
  • Yes
  • No
03
If you responded "NO" to the previous question, are you currently attending a Basic Peace Officer Licensing Academy, or are you registered to begin a Basic Peace Officer Licensing Academy?
  • Yes
  • No
04
The starting range for this position is $29.55/hr. - $31.66/hr. Is this acceptable to you?
  • Yes
  • No

* Required Question

Employer
City of Bellaire
Address
7008 South Rice Ave.

Bellaire, Texas, 77401

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