Police Officer

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

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Notice of Application & Entrance Examination

Application Deadline is Friday, May 21st, 2021 at 5PM CT.

• 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 public and citizen contacts.

• Prepare and complete all necessary reports and supplements.

• Attend state mandated and supplemental training each year.

• Testify in court concerning 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.

• Minimum Education & Work Experience In accordance with the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) minimum requirements: Must be United States of America citizen at the time of application At least age 18 and will have not reached the age of 45 prior to entering a beginning position in the police department Must have either a High School Diploma or GED AND one of the following: 1. Associates degree or completion of a minimum of 60 hours college credit from an accredited college or university, with a minimum of a 2.0 GPA, or 2. Minimum 2 years active United States of America military service with an Honorable discharge, or 3. Minimum 2 years of service as a full-time paid peace officer or law enforcement officer ** Education, prior police or military experience requirements must be met prior to academy start date. Preferred Knowledge - Abilities & Skills
• 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 & Certifications Must possess a Texas Class "C" drivers 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 Physical Tasks & Working Conditions The incumbent works under a variety of unfavorable conditions including exposure to gunfire, harsh weather, poor or no lighting, exposure to hazardous chemicals and smoke, extremes in temperatures, all types of weather conditions, electrical hazards, armed/dangerous persons and communicable diseases.

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