Police Officer

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The Coleman Police Department is actively seeking motivated and dedicated individuals to join our team as Patrol Officers. Whether you're just starting your career in law enforcement or bringing years of experience to the table, we offer competitive compensation, and a full spectrum of benefits designed to support your personal and professional growth.

Salary Ranges Based on Experience:

• Entry Level Officers: $21.55 – $26.91/hour
• Experienced Patrol Officers: $22.63 – $28.26/hour
• Senior Level Officers: $24.95 – $31.16/hour

Incentives & Benefits Include:

• Academy Reimbursement up to $3,500
• Relocation Expenses
• Certification Pay
• Additional Pay for Residency within City Limits
• Overtime Pay
• Take-Home Patrol Vehicle within 30 mile radius of Coleman
• TMRS Retirement Plan - 7% employee contribution with a 2:1 City match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Gym Access
• Unlimited Growth & Experience in all areas of policing - not just one division

At the Coleman Police Department, we believe in investing in our officers — not only with great benefits but with real opportunities to lead, grow, and make an impact. Apply today and discover what it means to serve a community that values your commitment.

General Description

Under the general direction of the Chief of Police, the patrol officer is responsible for responding to calls and assisting in conducting investigations to prevent crimes and/or solve criminal cases. Performs a variety of administrative functions, including public contact in person, in writing, and by telephone. Maintains an effective working relationship with representatives of public, other agencies, and City of Coleman Personnel. This position is required to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and emergencies.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Working in partnership with communities, liaising with community groups and individuals.
• Providing a visible presence to deter crime and reassure the community.
• Conducting patrol duties on foot and by car.
• Developing community knowledge to identify individuals and locations at risk of being involved in crime.
• Responding to calls and requests from the public to assist at incidents.
• Keeping the peace at public meetings, social events, processions, trade disputes or strikes.
• Diffusing potentially volatile situations with due regard for the safety of all involved.
• Taking direction on specific duties from senior colleagues.
• Investigating and attending road-related incidents including collision scenes, vehicle check points and traffic offences.
• Enforcing road traffic laws and issuing citations and or warnings for relevant offences.
• Dealing with lost or found property.
• Enforcing City of Coleman Ordinances.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Knowledge of Texas Penal Code; Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, Texas Health and Safety Code, Current Laws, Ordinances and Court Rulings, and of agency rules, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of Texas Penal Code; Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, Texas Health and Safety Code, Current Laws, Ordinances and Court Rulings, and of agency rules, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of legal documentation procedures and requirements.
• Skill in use and care of firearms, intermediate impact weapons including Oleoresin. Capsicum spray and other physical tactics.
• Skill in completing accident and criminal investigations.
• Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to provide legal depositions and testimony.
• Ability to communicate and interact with officials at all levels of government.

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Experience as a commissioned law enforcement officer.
• College courses in law enforcement, criminal justice, or related fields preferred, but not required.

Any combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of this position may be considered.

Required Licenses/Certificates/Background:

• Must possess a Peace Officer Certification from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement.
• Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check.
• Must submit and successfully pass a pre-employment physical examination and drug screen.
• Must maintain certification status.
• Requires a valid Texas drivers’ license.
• Must successfully complete all requirements from Texas Commission on Law Enforcement for appointment by the Coleman Police Department.

Physical and Environmental Conditions:

Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions; Work may involve exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, etc.; Must be physically capable of performing the duties of a patrol officer.

Managerial Discretion:

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of the position given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under supervision. The listing of duties and responsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of a similar level difficulty The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. This description is subject to modification as the needs and requirements of the position change.