Job Announcement:

LAKE DALLAS, TX POLICE DEPARTMENT

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

POLICE OFFICER

Employment Status: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Experience Required: None
Minimum Education Requirements: High school diploma or GED
Department: Police
Direct Supervisor: Police Sergeant or Corporal
Supervisory Responsibility: Direct (0); Indirect (0)
Primary Work Location: Works inside in an office setting and outdoors.

Certification: Valid Texas Driver’s License-Class C; Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) certification is required.

Job Summary: Under general supervision, employee performs crime prevention and law enforcement responsibilities on an assigned shift in patrol, preliminary investigation, follow-up or specialized investigations, and traffic-related duties; performs related work as required.

Essential Job Functions

An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential duties:

• Prevent crime by explaining and enforcing applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances; mediate disputes; patrol assigned area; respond to calls for service; conduct searches; observe suspicious activities; detain suspects.
• Apprehend suspects by responding to complaints and calls for help; observe violations; make arrests.
• Conduct criminal investigations by gathering evidence; interview victims and witnesses; interrogate suspects.
• Document observations and actions by radioing information; complete reports.
• Report observations and actions by testifying in court.
• Fulfill court orders by serving warrants and commitments.
• Maintain safe traffic conditions by monitoring and directing traffic; enforce laws and ordinances; investigate accidents; provide escort; report unsafe streets and facilities.
• Minimize personal injury by rescuing and reviving victims; radio for medical assistance.
• Maintain operations by following department policies and procedures; recommend changes.
• Ensure operation of equipment by practicing use; complete preventive maintenance requirements; follow manufacturer's instructions; troubleshoot malfunctions; notify supervisor of needed repairs; evaluate new equipment and techniques.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by studying applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances; attend educational workshops; review professional publications; practice skills.
• Exhibit excellent oral and verbal communication skills.
• Practice sound customer service and public relations skills.
• Answer calls for service.
• Transport arrestees.
• Pro-active patrol of neighborhoods and businesses.
• Assist disabled persons.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.
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Requirements

Employment Requirements and Disqualifiers:

• 21 years of age.
• U.S. Citizen.
• Has received an honorable discharge from the armed forces of the United States (if applicable).
• Has never been on court-ordered community supervision or probation for any criminal offense above the grade of Class B misdemeanor or a Class B misdemeanor within the last ten years from the date of the court order.
• Is not currently charged with any criminal offense for which conviction would be a bar to licensure.
• Has never been convicted of an offense above the grade of a Class B misdemeanor or a Class B misdemeanor within the last ten years.
• Has never been convicted or placed on community supervision in any court of an offense involving family violence as defined under Chapter 71, Texas Family Code.
• Is not prohibited by state or federal law from operating a motor vehicle.
• Is not prohibited by state or federal law from possessing firearms or ammunition.
• Has not had a commission license denied by final order or revoked.
• Is not currently on suspension, or does not have a surrender of license currently in effect.
• Does not have a history of excessive traffic citations or motor vehicle accidents.
• Has not used marijuana within the last two (2) years.
• No felony level drug usage.
• Abuse and/or misuse of legally obtained prescription medication(s) will be considered on a case-by-case basis and may be used to disqualify the applicant.
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Salary and Benefits:

Annual starting salary for certified Lake Dallas Police Officers is $63,532. Lateral pay is negotiable upon hire with the city.

Annual starting salary for non-certified cadets is $53,532 while in the police academy and $63,532 upon completion of the police academy.

City Emergency Services staff benefit package including 100% city paid employee health insurance, city dependent contribution, TMRS retirement, paid sick leave, paid vacation and holidays, TCOLE certificate pay, and longevity pay.

Uniforms:

Beard Policy
Visible Tattoo Policy
Duty Weapon and Other Equipment Issued
Uniforms and Boots Issued

Hiring Process:

Applications are located on www.PoliceApp.com/LakeDallasTX. After submitting a completed application and completed Lake Dallas Police Department Personal History Statement (PHS), qualified applicants will be selected for:

• Applicant Interview Board
• Background Investigation
• Fingerprinting
• Polygraph exam
• Psychological exam
• Medical exam, which includes a drug screening.
• A final interview will be conducted with the Chief of Police prior to hiring.

http://lakedallas.com/recruiting for more information.

Please direct questions regarding this position to recruiting@lakedallaspd.org