(INTERNAL) Police Corporal

This is an Internal Posting Only
If you are interested in serving in this capacity you must submit a city application (ONLINE ONLY) along with a Letter of Intent and resume outlining any prior experience, specialized training, and reason for the interest in the position.  The Letter of Intent and resume should be addressed to the Chief of Police and submitted on-line with your application no later than Wednesday March 25, at 5:00 PM. 

Under general supervision, provides responsive, compassionate, and courteous police services in the protection of life and property through the enforcement of laws and ordinances and provision of competent, professional assistance in non-criminal matters.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides supervisory services by assigning work activities, monitoring work activities via radio traffic, providing direction and guidance to subordinates, relaying necessary information to oncoming shifts, and investigating possible breaches of policy, procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Trains probationary Police Officers by reviewing work performed, offering feedback and developmental advice, evaluating overall performance level and documenting performance.
• Preserves the peace of the community through mediation, investigation, intervention, assistance, documentation, and arrest; utilizes all lawful means to improve the quality of life by reducing the fear and incidence of crime, recognizing, and resolving problems, and meeting the public safety needs of the community.
• Enforces local, state and Federal laws, and enforces compliance with local regulations and ordinances, according to Department policies, procedures and regulations.
• Investigates crimes and accidents; secures and processes crime and accident scenes, and identifies and collects evidence within scope of authority.
• Arrests law violators; transports and processes suspects, victims and prisoners.
• Completes detailed reports and required paperwork.
• Maintains vehicle and equipment according to Department standards.
• Represents the Police Department at court hearings; prepares reports and testifies in court cases.
• Assists and coordinates with other emergency services personnel, outside organizations and businesses, and Federal, state and local law enforcement organizations.
• Cooperates with co-workers to assure that all work is accomplished efficiently and effectively.
• Responds outside of normally scheduled work hours in response to special events, natural disasters, emergencies, or critical incidents as determined by the City.
• Maintains the integrity, professionalism, values and goals of the Department by assuring that all rules and regulations are followed, and that accountability and public trust are preserved.
• Has regular, predictable attendance; attendance is a factor in continued employment with the city.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

• City policies and procedures.
• City, county, state and Federal laws, regulations, codes and ordinances.
• Texas criminal justice and court systems, and the principles of criminal justice records management.
• Law enforcement methods, practices, and procedures.
• Basic criminal law on the apprehension, arrest, and custody of persons committing misdemeanors and felonies, including preservation and presentation of evidence in traffic and criminal cases.
• Basic criminal law on the rules of evidence, probable cause, use of force, and search and seizure.
• Investigative and interrogative procedures, and protocols for observation of critical details.
• Local community issues and regional community resources available to citizens.
• Geography, roads, and landmarks of City and surrounding areas.
• Police Department General Orders, policies and procedures, mission, and goals.
• Customer service standards and protocols.
• Basic supervisory principles.

• Exercising controlled discretion in situations requiring compassion, diplomacy, fairness, and sound judgment.
• Recognizing suspicious behavior patterns, mediating difficult situations, and using effective arrest & control techniques.
• Interacting with people of different social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Remaining alert at all times and reacting quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
• Operating motor vehicles and special police equipment during emergency situations.
• Interpreting laws and regulations, making decisions, maintaining composure, and working effectively under stressful conditions and emergency situations.
• Evaluating facts and evidence, drawing logical conclusions and making proper recommendations.
• Care, maintenance and safe operation of a variety of firearms, impact weapons, chemical agents, and other law enforcement tools and equipment.
• Operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of business software.
• Effective communication, both verbal and written.
• Training police personnel.

• Work is performed indoors and outdoors with exposure to inclement weather; required to physically restrain persons; subject to extended periods of intense concentration in review of crime scenes, special investigations and law enforcement report preparation.  Must be able to work in uniform during weekdays, weekends, and holidays on any assigned shift.
• Must maintain a level of physical fitness to successfully perform a police officer’s job functions.