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Police Officer - Patrol Operations

Dumas, TX, USA

About the Role

The City of Dumas Police Department desires quality, progressive team players to meet the challenges of an ever-changing and expanding community-oriented policing environment.  Successful candidates will join our group of dedicated, well-trained, and enthusiastic professionals who take pride in improving the quality of life for all citizens of Dumas.


Requirements:

  • Texas Peace Officer License

  • Minimum age 21

  • Valid Texas Driver's License, with good driving record

  • No DWI arrests within the last 5 years

  • High School Graduate, G.E.D., or 12 College Hours

  • U.S. Citizen

  • No felony convictions or on probation for other crimes

  • No criminal convictions resulting from family violence

  • Honorable Military Discharge, if applicable

  • Must pass physical agility, medical and psychological exam

  • Background investigation and oral interview


Benefits:

  • Medical, Dental and Prescription Drug Insurance (employee premium paid by City)

  • Retirement (TMRS) 6% employee contribution 2:1 City Contribution; 5-year vesting; 20-year retirement; military service credit; restricted service credit

  • Paid Vacation (1 week available after 6 month of employment); Paid Sick Leave - available after 3 months of employment; 11 Paid Holidays (includes Employee's Birthday)

  • Uniforms and Duty Gear Provided

  • Starting pay of $27.15/hour ($59,295.60 annual)

  • Pay for Experience

  • Phone Stipend

  • 12-hour Shifts

  • Overtime Pay

  • Certificate Pay

  • Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability (paid by City)

  • College Tuition Reimbursement - Available after 1 year of employment

  • Take home vehicle (Fleet Program) Must live within a  30-mile radius of Dumas

  • Continuing Education and Training Opportunities

  • Sign-On/Relocation Allowance - $1,500 when hired, $1,500 at 1 year (available only to officers hired for first time, rehires not eligible)


Interested applicants can apply by downloading and completing the forms below.



Questions? Contact:

Lieutenant Joe Morales

Dumas Patrol Division
806-935-3998
jmorales@dumastx.gov




Learn more about the Dumas Police Department here: https://www.dumastx.gov/government/departments/police/index.php

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