Job description
The City of Whitewright, Texas is accepting applications for a full-time Peace Officer - Sergeant. This position will be responsible for enforcing federal, state, and local laws and ordinances; directing and controlling traffic; promoting crime prevention and community relations; investigating crime; and arresting violators. Additional duties will be, but not limited to, managing police records, personnel files, evidence logs, and other duties as directed by the Chief of Police.
The City of Whitewright is situated in the heart of Grayson County, which is a fast-growing county while still maintaining a country lifestyle. Whitewright’s current population is approximately 1,900.
As a Sergeant will require integrity, strong communication skills, a firm reassuring manner, and sound judgment under pressure. The Sergeant position will serve as a front-line supervisor of other police personnel and be responsible for ensuring all Officers maintain high standards of the performance of their duties in the city of Whitewright.
Applicants must also successfully complete the following: Oral Interview Board, Polygraph Test, Psychological test, Comprehensive Background Investigation, drug screening, and physical.
The starting salary range for this position is $22.00- $24.00 per hour.
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE
- Must be a U.S. Citizen
- Education: High School Diploma or a High School Equivalency Certificate.
- If applicable, an honorable discharge from the United States Armed Forces is required.
- Must be able to work rotating shifts including weekends.
- Previous experience in a law enforcement supervisor capacity preferred. Overall length of service in law enforcement will be considered.
- Must possess high competency in all aspects of file management and retention and be proficient in computer and technology skills.
- Must hold a certification from TCOLE (Texas Commission on Law Enforcement). For a complete list of the state's licensing requirements, please visit TCOLE at www.tcole.texas.gov.
· Never been on court-ordered community supervision or probation for any criminal offense above the grade of Class B misdemeanor or a Class B misdemeanor within the last ten years from the date of the court order. Has never been convicted or placed on community supervision in any court of an offense involving family violence as defined under Chapter 71, Texas Family Code.
· Applicants must possess a valid Texas driver's license.
It is the Policy of the City of Whitewright to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental impairment, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Application Personal History Statement packets may be obtained on the TCOLE website and summitted to The Whitewright Police Department or Whitewright City Hall located at 206 W. Grand, Whitewright, TX 75491 Monday-Friday from 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Whitewright, TX 75491: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Experience:
- Military: 1 year (Preferred)
- Leadership: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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