Certified Peace Officer

Advance Your Law Enforcement Career with the City of Burkburnett | Now Hiring a Full-Time Certified Peace Officer

Are you ready to serve with integrity and make a meaningful impact in a close-knit, community-focused city? The City of Burkburnett is seeking dedicated and professional Certified Peace Officers to join our team. Located in North Texas just minutes from Wichita Falls, Burkburnett offers a supportive environment where your commitment to public safety will be valued.

• Competitive Salary: $25.75 to $29.38 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications)
• Medical Benefits: Paid Health Insurance, Optional Dental & Life Insurance Plans
• Retirement: Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) – 7% mandatory contribution with a 2:1 match
• Paid Time Off: Vacation up to 104 hours/year, Sick Leave up to 120 hours/year, 14 Paid Holidays
• Supportive Work Culture: Emphasis on professionalism, wellness, and community engagement

As a Certified Peace Officer, you will enforce city ordinances, state and federal laws, and departmental directives. You will make ethical decisions, communicate effectively with the public and co-workers, and provide police services with professionalism and integrity.

Your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Enforcing appropriate City ordinances, State and Federal laws, and all written directives
• Making ethical decisions that conform to applicable laws and policies
• Communicating effectively and maintaining professionalism in all circumstances
• Providing police services and assistance
• Maintaining acceptable physical fitness level
• Following chain of command and instructions
• Executing orders from supervisors in emergency situations
• Adapting to procedures, programs, and assignments
• Initiating work independently and seeking supervisory intervention when needed
• Preserving crime scenes and conducting thorough investigations

• Must Possess current TCOLE peace officer license
• Currently employed with a law enforcement agency or engaged in law enforcement duties within the last 24 months
• Honorable standing with previous department
• Not under investigation with previous department
• Complete background investigation and hiring process
• Successfully complete field training program
• Successfully complete 12-month probationary period

Ability to:

• Make sound decisions under pressure
• Communicate clearly and tactfully with staff and the public
• Work independently and as part of a team
• Respond effectively to emergencies

Skills in:

• Conflict resolution and de-escalation
• Incident command and scene control
• Report writing and public speaking
• Physical fitness and endurance

If you’re a motivated law enforcement professional ready to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply. Join a department that values service, professionalism, and community.

All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening.

To apply or learn more, please visit our official website.

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Any questions call 940.569.2231 and request to speak with a recruiter or email PublicSafety@Burkburnett.org

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