Police Officer

QUALIFIED APPLICANTS MUST BE TCOLE CERTIFIED PEACE OFFICERS

The Town of Westover Hills is a quaint town west Fort Worth and a great place to work for with low crime rate and low call volume. The department is enjoying the support of a great community. The Police Department is a recognized by the Best Practice Agency with the Texas Police Chiefs Association, and also as a first responding agency for police and medical services.

The department's philosophy is rooted in community policing, providing professional police and medical services. We are looking for a TCOLE certified Officers who value community policing, problem solving and a strong desire to help people.

Under the supervision of the Police Sergeant, performs law enforcement and general police services for the Town of Westover Hills.

We offer competitive starting pay of $65,000 and the following benefits:

• Full retirement at any age with 20 years of service
• 2:1 retirement match after 5 years of service with 7% of member contribution
• 15 holidays with double pay opportunity
• 2 weeks vacation/year
• 3 personal days/year
• Life, health, vision, and dental insurance
• TCOLE Certification pay
• Medical Certification Pay $1,500/year after getting certified
• Longevity pay (cumulating after first year of employment)
• Language pay (Spanish)
• Diploma pay (Associates, Bachelors, Masters)
• Shift differential
• FTO pay
• 2-2-3 schedule, every other weekend off, Friday included
• New patrol unit added to fleet every year
• Free access to a private gym
• Uniform allowance
• Department issued cell phone
• Tattoos and Beards allowed per policy

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Responds to calls for police service within the Town of Westover Hills to include, but not limited to:
• Investigating crimes, accidents and incidents, arresting suspects and violators, settling disputes, directing traffic, assist the public, detaining individuals, issuing citations and other patrol activities.
• Cooperate with other law enforcement agencies and medical entities.
• Conduct preliminary and follow-up investigations.
• Conduct home security checks
• Observes and notifies residents of potential home security problems
• Perform special assignments
• Prepares a variety of reports and forms
• Provide medical care per medical credentials.

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND TRAINING:

• High school diploma or GED, with a minimum of twelve (12) hours of college credit from an accredited college or university. Experience may be substituted for college credit.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Two (2) years’ police experience is preferred. A basic police certification from TCOLE is mandatory.
• All applicants must pass a physical examination.
• All applicants must pass a physical fitness qualification course.
• All applicants must pass a drug screening
• All applicants with must pass a psychological examination
• All applicants will be subject to an extensive background investigation
• Applicants with a Class B misdemeanor or higher conviction are not eligible
• Applicants who fail to complete the application in its entirety will be disqualified
• Applicants with a conviction for any theft or family violence are not eligible.
• Applicants with a dishonorable discharge from TCOLE are not eligible.

LICENCES AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• Must possess a Peace Officer License with a Basic Certification from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement.
• Intermediate certificate preferred.
• Must possess a valid Texas driver’s license at the time of appointment.
• Applicants will be assisted to obtain National Emergency Medical Responder license and State of Texas Emergency Care Attendant license within one year of employment. We have a State Certified Medical Instructor to assist and while enrolled in the medical program, Officers are allowed to study during work as primary duties allow.
• Officers will be able to attend Basic SWAT training within one year of employment or if they have 15 years law enforcement or military experience they have an option not to attend.

BENEFITS

• $60,000 starting pay
• Night shift differential
• FTO pay
• Certificate pay
• Longevity pay
• Holiday double pay
• 2-2-3 schedule with every second weekend 3-days off
• Heath, Vision, Dental and Life insurances
• TMRS 7% 2:1 retirement

We look forward to your application!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Qualified applicant must have in minimum an active Basic Peace Officer certification from TCOLE. We are unable to consider any interested persons not meeting this criteria.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $1,500 - $65,000