What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Patrol Officer position at City of Waxahachie, TX?
Salary : $73,184.53 - $100,654.10 Annually
Location : Waxahachie, TX
Job Type : Full-Time / Non-Exempt
Job Number : 00438
Department : Police
Opening Date : 01 / 10 / 2025
Closing Date : 2 / 3 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Central America
Description
NOTICE OF POLICE CIVIL SERVICE TESTING
Application Period : Friday, January 10, 2025 - Monday, February 3, 2025
Civil Service Written Exam and Physical Ability Test : Saturday, February 8, 2025
Current Police Salary Schedule
Civilian Cadets - The police cadet is the initial training for becoming a police officer. The City of Waxahachie pays 100% of the police academy tuition for selected applicants. In addition, the City will provide full salary, benefits, and required duty uniforms to candidates while attending the academy.
Lateral Transfers for Current Peace Officers - The City of Waxahachie offers lateral pay to eligible peace officers who meet the guidelines of our lateral transfer program. To review our lateral entry ordinance, click HERE .
More information on lateral and out-of-state transfers can be provided by the Texas Commission On Law Enforcement (TCOLE) or by contacting the Waxahachie Police Department : PoliceEntry@waxahachie.com - (469) 309-4410
In addition to competitive pay, the City of Waxahachie offers a great variety of benefits, including :
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and more great benefits are effective immediately upon hire, with certain plans starting at $0 for employee only coverage!
- Substantial retirement plan through TMRS with :
2 to 1 employer match for retirement
CLICK HERE to see a detailed summary of the other great benefits offered by the city!
Duties and Responsibilities
The Police Patrol Officer is a responsible, non-supervisory position. Duties include but are not limited to, patrolling an assigned area to prevent crime, enforcing laws and ordinances, and responding to emergency calls and routine complaints. Click Here to see a full list of job duties and functions of a Waxahachie Police Patrol Officer.
All applicants are required to submit the following documentation to their application. If you successfully submit your application with the required documents, you will receive an email containing the Personal History Statement , study guide, release forms, and other important information.
REQUIRED documents that must be attached to your application :
OPTIONAL documents :
Law Enforcement Certification / License (i.e. Peace Officer or Jailer License)
The Waxahachie Police Department will host a few events for eligible applicants to practice the Physical Ability Test (PAT) on the Concept 2 Rower, and an Open House event to meet some of our staff and learn more about our organization.
Practice Physical Ability Test (PAT) #1 :
Date : Wednesday, January 22, 2025
Time : 5 : 30 PM
Location : Waxahachie Police Department - 630 Farley Street, Waxahachie, TX, 75165
Practice Physical Ability Test (PAT) #2 :
Date : Saturday, February 1, 2025
Time : 8 : 30 AM
Location : Waxahachie Police Department - 630 Farley Street, Waxahachie, TX, 75165
The Open House is only available to eligible applicants. Family members, friends, or other individuals will not be permitted.
If you do not receive an email confirming you submitted all required documents and are eligible to test with us, you may not attend this event.
Open House :
Date : Tuesday, February 4, 2025
Time : 3 : 00 PM
Location : Waxahachie Police Department - 630 Farley Street, Waxahachie, TX, 75165
On Exam Day, applicants must bring their completed Personal History Statement packet and valid photo identification. Applicants without a completed Personal History Statement will not be allowed to test with us.
Entrance Exam & PAT : Date : Saturday, February 8, 2025
Time : Check-in 8 : 00 AM - Doors close 8 : 30 AM
Location : Howard Jr. High - 265 Broadhead Rd., Waxahachie, TX, 75165
Doors will close and testing will begin promptly at 8 : 30 AM. Exams are graded upon completion, and passing candidates will be directed down the hall immediately for the Physical Ability Test on the Concept 2 Rower, so please dress appropriately for the physical assessment.
Requirements
Hiring Process & Requirements
The guidelines outlined below are used throughout the hiring process, and if determined that an applicant does not meet these standards, the applicant may be removed from the process. Click Here to see a full list of requirements and disqualification factors.
In order to be considered by The City of Waxahachie Police Department for this position, applicants must :
If you have any questions or need clarification on any of the requirements and disqualification factors, please contact recruiting personnel at PoliceEntry@waxahachie.com or ( 469) 309-4410
Supplemental Information
Projected Timeline Overview :
Please note these dates are subject to change based on business necessity)
The City of Waxahachie offers a completive benefits program, including health, dental, and a defined contribution pension plan.
Insurance : HEALTH
100% of employees premium paid for by the City.
DENTAL
Employee premiums are paid at 100% by the City. Dependent coverage is available at the expense of the employee.
VISION
Coverage is offered at the expense of the employee.
LIFE
The City provides each employee with a life insurance policy of $25,000. Additional coverage may be purchased at the expense of the employee.
VOYA
Employees may elect to be covered under various supplemental policies at their own expense.
Retirement :
TEXAS MUNICIPAL RETIREMENT SYSTEM
Employees participate in a statewide retirement program at 7% mandatory contribution with the city match of 2 : 1. The program requires five (5) years to become vested, with 20 years retirement at any age. For more information contact TMRS at
DEFERRED COMPENSATION
The City offers a 457 Plan and a Roth IRA option through Empower Retirement. The City offers payroll deductions and the employee chooses the amount of investment and investment choices.
Other Benefits : VACATION
Each Police Officer earns 15 days of vacation time a year.
SICK LEAVE
Each Police Officer earns 15 days of sick time a year.
HOLIDAYS / PERSONAL DAYS
Employees receive 12 paid holidays and one bonus day per year.
Select the highest level of education you have completed. (You must attach a verifying document with this application before submitting)
On February 8, 2025, will you be at least 21 years of age or older? (You must attach a copy of your valid driver's license with this application before submitting)
Do you currently hold any valid police or law enforcement certifications or licenses issued by a state certifying agency? (If yes, please attach a verifying document to your application before submitting)
Have you ever served in the United States Armed Forces? (If yes, please attach a copy of your DD-214 to your application before submitting)
Did you attach a copy of your valid Driver's License and Education document to this application? (Both attachments are required to process your application)
I understand that no action will be taken in regards to this online submitted application until I submit all the required forms and documents. Additionally, I understand my application is not complete, and will not be accepted or processed until all required forms and documents are reviewed and approved. Have you read and understand the above statement?
By selecting 'Yes', you acknowledge that you have reviewed and understand the requirements and disqualification factors, and confirm that you are eligible to take the exam.
Required Question
Salary : $73,185 - $100,654