What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Officer (Certified/Lateral) position at City of Missouri City, TX?
Salary : $70,494.00 Annually
Location : Missouri City, TX
Job Type : Full Time
Job Number : P2-02222025
Department : Police
Opening Date : 01 / 16 / 2025
Closing Date : 2 / 12 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Central
Definition
- The written examination and physical agility test are scheduled for Saturday, February 22, 2025 Only candidates who have received an invitation from Human Resources will be eligible to take the exam.
A Certified Police Officer - Certified is an individual who has attended a Police Academy and is certified and licensed as a Peace Officer by TCOLE (Texas Commission on Law Enforcement) or who will be certified within 120 days of the testing date. This requirement also includes applicants who have, or are in the process of, challenging TCOLE as an Out of State applicant.
Individuals currently in a police academy and not expected to be TCOLE certified by June 22, 2025, should submit an application as a Track 2 Police Cadet.
An individual in this position serves the needs of the community by enforcing federal, state and local laws and ordinances. He or she supports the protection of life and property, prevents crimes, apprehends criminals, and enforces laws by patrolling an assigned beat on foot, bicycle or in a radio equipped patrol car. He or she ensures the safe and legal operation of the City jail; presents crime prevention programs and performs special assignments at the discretion of a supervisor. The annual salary range is $70,494 to $81,751 Additionally, there is a first-year $10,000 incentive, subject to the City's hiring incentive council-approved ordinance.
Examples of Work
Education, Experience, or Certification
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS The City of Missouri City is located less than 30 miles from Downtown Houston and is a great place to live, work, and play. Working for the City offers dual rewards : giving back to the community and making a difference in the lives of residents. With over 300 full-time employees, the City is committed to effective, efficient, and responsive service. We value our employees as our most important resource and offer one of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefit packages in Texas.
BENEFITS Medical Plans (Three Options)
Plan Type : High Deductible Medical Health Plan
Single : $2,000 annually
Single : $4,000 annually
Employee pays dependent premiums
Use for qualified medical, dental, vision, and pharmaceutical expenses
Employee only : $4,300 (IRS Limit)
Employee only : $1,250
Provider : UnitedHealthcare
Single : $1,000 annually
Single : $3,000 annually
Generic : $10
Provider : UnitedHealthcare
Single : $1,000 annually
Single : $4,000 annually
Generic : $10
Dental Plans (Two Options)
Provider : UnitedHealthcare
No deductible
Provider : UnitedHealthcare
1,500 per person annual maximum
Vision
No deductible
Life Insurance
50,000 Basic Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (Paid by the City)
Flexible Spending Account
Pre-tax Medical Spending Account
Supplemental Insurance Policies
Accident
Retirement Benefits
Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)
Optional Deferred Compensation
Other Benefits
Holidays
New Year's Day
Vacation
0-5 years : 14 days
Sick Leave
Educational Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Wellness Program
Fun Benefits
Are you at least 21 years of age?
Are you a citizen of the United States of America?
Are you able to read and write English?
Are you licensed Peace Officer in Texas or another state?
Have you earned a high school diploma or GED equivalent or have completed at least 12 college hours from an accredited college or university?
Do you currently hold a TCOLE peace officer license?
If you answered "No" to Question #6, are you currently in the police academy and will be TCOLE certified by June 22, 2025?
Are you under current indictment or currently charged with a felony offense?
Do you have a record of a felony, Class A or Class B misdemeanor conviction or deferred adjudication?
Have you ever used any "hallucinogenic" drug, such as ecstasy, LSD, PCP, or other type of hallucinogen?
Have you ever delivered, sold, or possessed with intent to deliver a controlled substance in violation of any state or federal law other than Marijuana?
Are you prohibited by state or federal law from operating a motor vehicle?
If applicable, I have been discharged from the military under the following status :
Is your TCOLE peace officer's license currently suspended or have been surrender to TCOLE?
How did you hear about this job opportunity?
Are you currently enrolled in a TCOLE approved law enforcement academy?
If you answered yes to Question #16, please state which academy you attend.
By selecting "Yes", I understand that the Missouri City Police Department is regulated by civil service statutes and rules, and as such, I must meet the minimum eligibility requirements to take the examination. I believe that I meet the above minimum eligibility requirements as evidenced by my application submittal. I further understand that if I do not meet the above minimum eligibility requirements, give false or untruthful information on this application, or fail to submit this application at least 10 days before the next examination date that I will be disqualified from being allowed to take the examination.
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Salary : $70,494 - $81,751
