Police Officer
Gfoat, Lufkin, TX, United States
Job Overview
The City of Newton, Texas is looking for a police officer to work in a diverse range of situations, from animal issues to homicides. The Police Department is a small agency with four officers, including a working Chief of Police, serving a community of approximately 1,900 residents. The position is an entry‑level role and can also serve those wishing to supplement retirement. Currently, the Department is increasing pay.
Shift Schedule
Day Shift: 8 a.m.–5 p.m., Mondays and Tuesdays off. Night Shift: 5 p.m.–5 a.m., working five on, five off; two on, two off.
Responsibilities
Patrol the city, respond to emergency and non‑emergency calls for service, perform traffic enforcement and investigations; enforce the law fairly and equitably.
Present a positive image of the Department using tact, diplomacy, and good judgment.
Communicate courteously with the general public.
Make sound decisions using knowledge, training, and experience.
Prepare and submit written reports of patrol and investigative activities.
Make arrests when required and conduct criminal investigations when needed.
Testify completely and accurately in criminal proceedings.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or G.E.D.
Minimum age of 21 years.
Valid Texas Class C driver's license.
Current TCOLE license.
Proof of citizenship and/or eligibility to legally work in the United States.
Police methods and procedures, including patrol, crime prevention, traffic control, investigation, identification techniques, and first aid techniques.
Comprehensive knowledge of applicable laws and regulations.
Knowledge of current best practices in policing including relational policing.
Knowledge of proper care and use of firearms and basic maintenance of patrol vehicles.
Prepare accurate and grammatically correct written reports.
Provide excellent public relations and customer service.
Establish and maintain an effective working relationship with all levels of City of Newton management, City officials, police personnel, other employees, and the public.
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The City of Newton, Texas is looking for a police officer to work in a diverse range of situations, from animal issues to homicides. The Police Department is a small agency with four officers, including a working Chief of Police, serving a community of approximately 1,900 residents. The position is an entry‑level role and can also serve those wishing to supplement retirement. Currently, the Department is increasing pay.
Shift Schedule
Day Shift: 8 a.m.–5 p.m., Mondays and Tuesdays off. Night Shift: 5 p.m.–5 a.m., working five on, five off; two on, two off.
Responsibilities
Patrol the city, respond to emergency and non‑emergency calls for service, perform traffic enforcement and investigations; enforce the law fairly and equitably.
Present a positive image of the Department using tact, diplomacy, and good judgment.
Communicate courteously with the general public.
Make sound decisions using knowledge, training, and experience.
Prepare and submit written reports of patrol and investigative activities.
Make arrests when required and conduct criminal investigations when needed.
Testify completely and accurately in criminal proceedings.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or G.E.D.
Minimum age of 21 years.
Valid Texas Class C driver's license.
Current TCOLE license.
Proof of citizenship and/or eligibility to legally work in the United States.
Police methods and procedures, including patrol, crime prevention, traffic control, investigation, identification techniques, and first aid techniques.
Comprehensive knowledge of applicable laws and regulations.
Knowledge of current best practices in policing including relational policing.
Knowledge of proper care and use of firearms and basic maintenance of patrol vehicles.
Prepare accurate and grammatically correct written reports.
Provide excellent public relations and customer service.
Establish and maintain an effective working relationship with all levels of City of Newton management, City officials, police personnel, other employees, and the public.
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