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The Trophy Club Police Department is actively seeking healthy, physically active applicants of good character to join our department and attend the Police Academy. Throughout the academy your salary will be $34.32 or $71,385.60 annually, but upon graduation your salary jumps to $38.12 an hour or $79,287.93 annually. Health, dental, vision issuance provided; TMRS retirement with 2:1 match; education and certification incentives; all equipment, weapons, uniforms, ballistic vests, and boots provided. Police Officers work a modified Panama schedule consisting of six 12-hours shifts (6:00 to 6:00) with one eight hours shift (6:00 to 2:00) totaling 80 hours per pay period (14 days) with every other weekend off. Shift bids are four-month cycles that begin at the onset of each fiscal year, with bid preference based on seniority. Ample training with a varied assignments with advancement opportunities. If you’re looking for a rewarding career and want to make a difference in a great community, come join our team!

JOB SUMMARY Under close supervision, learns law enforcement and crime prevention procedures and techniques during attendance from a Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) certified academy through classroom and physical training. Upon successful completion of the academy, incumbents will be promoted to the position of Police Officer and be expected to perform Police Officer duties and Responsibilities. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Job duties and responsibilities as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the typical tasks performed. Incumbents may not perform all the listed duties and/or may be required to perform related duties as needed. • Attends classroom training sessions and takes notes required to obtain Basic Peace Officer Certification • Completes and passes written, oral and skills proficiency examinations for a wide variety of required Peace Officer skills and knowledge and maintains required levels of proficiency • Participates in physical conditioning training and testing and maintains required levels of physical fitness • Maintains the integrity, professionalism, values and goals of the Police Department by assuring that all rules and regulations are followed, and that accountability and public trust are preserved • Successful performance in and progression through Police Academy training • Performs other related duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements: Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: • High School Diploma or GED is required, associate’s degree in criminal justice or related field preferred • Texas Motor Vehicle Class C Operator's License with a satisfactory driving record at time of appointment and maintained throughout employment Background Requirements • Must be at least 21 years of age • Must be a U.S. citizen or resident alien who has applied for citizenship at the time of application • Must be free of felony criminal convictions or crimes involving moral turpitude • Must have no convictions or unresolved arrests involving domestic violence • Must have no misdemeanor convictions of Class B or higher within the past seven years Knowledge of: • Basic oral and written communication skills including grammar, punctuation, and spelling required for report writing, verbal explanations of the law, and court testimony. Ability To: • Obtain a Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Basic Peace Officer Certification • Learn law enforcement and crime prevention procedures and techniques • Understand, interpret, and enforce laws, rules, and policies effectively • Safely use and care for firearms and other law enforcement tools • Provide strong customer service and build positive relationships with the public • Maintain accurate records and files on work performed • Adhere to safety guidelines and wear required safety equipment • Communicate clearly and effectively in person, over the phone, and in writing • Think quickly and make sound decisions in high-pressure situations