Police Officer

About the Role

Respond to citizen calls for service, enforce criminal and traffic laws, and reduce crime and fear of crime within the City of Garland.

Responsibilities

• Pro-active enforcement of all applicable criminal and traffic laws, including the issuance of citations.
• Respond to calls for service from citizens.
• Maintain high-visibility patrols.
• Educate the public and citizen contacts.
• Prepare and complete all necessary reports and supplements.
• Attend state-mandated and supplemental training each year.
• Testify in court concerning the collection of evidence.
• Preserve and enhance the quality of life for the citizens of Garland, Texas, by following the City's guiding principles.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

In accordance with the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) minimum requirements:

• Must be a United States citizen at the time of application.
• At least 18 years of age prior to entering a beginning position in the police department.
• Must have either:
  • A High School Diploma or GED and either:
    • An Associate degree or the completion of 60 semester hours of college credit from an accredited college or university, with a minimum of a 2.0 GPA, OR
  • Received an honorable discharge from the armed forces of the United States after at least two years of service, OR
  • A minimum of two years of service as a commissioned, full-time, paid peace officer, OR
  • Be at least 21 years of age or older, and have at least two years of continuous work experience for a local, state, or federal government employer, or at least two years of experience as an emergency first-responder.

Skills

• Ability to communicate in the English language.
• Must be able to pass all steps in the Garland Police Department hiring process:
  • Written Civil Service exam
  • Physical agility test
  • Detailed personal history statement
  • Thorough background investigation
  • Polygraph examination
  • Oral interview board
  • Psychological and medical examinations
  • Drug screen
  • Administrative review by the Chief of Police

Licenses and Certifications

• Must possess a Texas Class "C" driver’s license.
• Must be able to meet all minimum requirements under the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) for enrollment in a law enforcement training program.