POLICE OFFICER 1/25/19 TEST Salary $28.95 - $35.19 Hourly Location ROCKWALL, TX Job Type FULL TIME BENEFIT ELIGIBLE Department POLICE DEPARTMENT Job Number POLICE OFFICER 1/25/19 TEST Closing 1/18/2019 5:00 PM Central Description ONLINE APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 18, 2019 at 5 pm Central time CONFIRMATION DATE: January 18 , 2019 at 5 pm Central time TEST DATE: January 25, 2019 CHECK IN: 8:30am - 9am LOCATION: 108 E Washington, Street, Rockwall, TX, 75087 IF YOU DO NOT CONFIRM, YOU WILL NOT TEST You will receive an email from info@neogov.com with confirmation procedures and other detailed information about the test day; check your spam. If you do not receive the email by January 18, 2019, contact Sgt. Dennis Ray at 972-772-6777 or email him at dray@rockwall.com. STUDY GUIDE: Available for $5 at City Hall at 385 S. Goliad, Rockwall, TX 75087 Monday through Friday 8 am - 5 pm. Payable by cash/money order made out to City of Rockwall. PHYSICAL AGILITY: Come dressed in physical fitness attire and bring completed Background Packet/Personal History Statement. Immediately after check-in, turn in the packet and then head to designated location for the physical agility test. BACKGROUND PACKET: DUE THE DAY OF THE TEST The Background Packet/Personal History Statement must be completed and brought to you in order to take the written test. It is available to print at http://www.rockwall.com/humanresources.asp. For more information about the department and benefits, click on Police Job Preview at http://www.rockwall.com/humanresources.asp. PLEASE NOTE: During the Physical Agility Exercise, officers will review your Background Packet/Personal History Statement for any immediate disqualifiers . If a disqualifier is found, you will not proceed to the written exam. You are not eligible if you have previously taken an RPD written exam in the last year and: 1) failed the exam, or 2) failed to complete the Physical Agility Exercise, or 3) failed the background investigation, or 4) failed the Oral Boards, or 5) disqualified for any reason. You must wait 1 calendar year before reapplying . Examples of Essential Functions Under direction of Patrol Division Sergeant, performs a wide variety of police and law enforcement activities. Tasks are service and protection oriented, and includes collecting and dispensing information, arbitrating disputes, providing assistance, protecting and recovering property, preventing crime, investigating, and providing other public protection services. Duties include an element of personal danger, i.e., exposure to life-threatening circumstances, apprehending criminals, and transporting prisoners. Incumbents perform duties in accordance with State Statutes and established departmental policies, procedures, and guidelines. The incumbent must be able to act without close supervision and must be able to exercise independent judgment. Conducts routine preventive patrol in designated residential and business areas, and initiates contacts with both business operators and residents to establish open communications, gather and dispense information, and establish the presence of law enforcement within the community. Responds to calls for police service and takes action upon observing a circumstance or situation requiring police attention, including the issuance of municipal citations, and arrests of misdemeanor and felony violators and fugitives. Interviews witnesses, victims, suspects, arrested persons, and informants to obtain pertinent information concerning accidents/crimes. Provides information to the public, victims, witnesses, and relatives concerning available services in the community. Performs Basic First Aid and CPR at scenes. Conducts initial crime scene investigations, i.e., identifies and collects crucial evidence to be secured for processing, labels evidence with data for crime scene reconstruction, packages and stores evidence in a manner to protect chain of custody. Operational knowledge of federal laws, state statutes, and local ordinances and the ability to effectively enforce these statues. Investigates motor vehicle accidents, and protects lives and property at all motor vehicle accident scenes. Thorough knowledge of federal laws, state statutes, and local ordinances. Testifies in civil, traffic, and criminal court proceedings. Performs report and record maintenance duties, and ensure their accurate completion in a timely manner. Attends in-service training as directed to maintain current knowledge of changes in laws, new methods of enforcement, and other trends and developments in law enforcement. Required to report for work punctually, work all scheduled hours, and any required overtime as deemed necessary. Must maintain a physical condition and standards necessary for the proper performance of duties, with or without accommodation. Education and Experience Must be at least 21 years old and possess High school diploma or GED and have a minimum of forty-five (45) college credit hours from an accredited college. Must be able to, or have already, successfully completed the Police Academy Program and Police Training Program (PTO), and attain Basic Peace Officer certification. Associates degree preferred. Military/College Credit: Receive three (3) college credit hours for every one (1) year Active Military Duty and/or Previous Law Enforcement Experience as a licensed Police Officer, up to a maximum accumulation of 15 hours. Supplemental Information Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Thorough knowledge of federal laws, state statutes, and local ordinances. Considerable knowledge of crime prevention techniques. Considerable knowledge of principles and techniques employed in crime scene investigation. Considerable knowledge of principles and techniques employed in accident investigations. Considerable knowledge of First Responder and CPR. Considerable knowledge of report and record maintenance principles and practices. Skill in the care and safe operation of a variety of firearms, impact weapons, and chemical agents. Skill in the operation of motorized vehicles under adverse conditions. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to communicate effectively with superiors and the general public. Ability to analyze situations quickly and objectively, and to determine proper courses of action within the established framework of policies and procedures. Ability to learn the geography of the City and surrounding areas. Ability to maintain composure under emergency situations, and to work effectively under stressful conditions. Ability to exercise discretion. Physical Requirements: Some tasks are essentially sedentary, with occasional walking, bending, light lifting, or other restricted physical activities. Some tasks involve some physical effort, i.e., some standing and walking, or frequent light lifting (5-10 pounds); or minimal dexterity in the use of fingers, limbs, or body in the operation of shop or office equipment; may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or work station. Some tasks involve frequent walking, standing; some lifting and carrying of moderate weight (12-20 pounds); and/or the operation of vehicles, office, shop, or hand tools in which manipulative skills and hand-eye coordination are important ingredients of safe and/or productive operations. Some tasks involve the regular, and at times sustained, performance of heavier physical tasks such as walking over rough or uneven surfaces, bending, stooping, working in confined spaces, and lifting or carrying moderately heavy (20-50 pounds) items and occasionally very heavy (100 pounds or over) items. Environmental Requirements: Some tasks require exposure to adverse environmental conditions (e.g. dirt, cold, rain, and fumes). Some tasks require exposure to extreme heat/cold or extreme weather conditions. Some tasks require exposure to strong odors and/or smoke. Some tasks require exposure to strong and/or toxic chemicals. Some tasks require exposure to dust or pollen. Some tasks may require exposure to elements that can cause illness (e.g., pathogenic substances, virus, and parasites). Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require color, sound, odor, depth, texture and visual perception and discrimination. Some tasks require oral communications ability. FULL TIME EMPLOYEES ARE ELIGIBLE FOR THE FOLLOWING: Merit Increases/Pay for Performance Non Sworn civilian employees are eligible for a 4% merit increase annually and after reaching the max of the pay scale, are eligible to receive a 4% lump sum each year on their anniversary date. Sworn officers are eligible for a 5% increase annually and after reaching the max of the pay scale, are eligible to receive a 5% lump sum each year on their anniversary date. * merit increases are based upon performance and budget Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Medical, Dental and Vision is available for purchase for full time employees. Coverage goes into effect on the 31st day. Life and AD&D Insurance Coverage Basic Group Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment protection is provided to eligible full-time employees in the amount of one time the annual salary up to a maximum of $50,000 for each benefit. Additional Life and AD&D may be purchased up to 2 x annual pay. Holidays Employees receive 8 paid holidays per year, AND one birthday holiday. Vacation Years of Service HRs Accrued Monthly 0 - 1 Year 6.67 1 - 4 Years 10.00 5 - 9 Years 11.67 10 + Years 13.34 Sick Leave Employees earn 80 hours of sick leave per year. There is no maximum accruals for sick leave. Retirement Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)-2:1 match. A required 7% of gross earnings are deducted each pay period and deposited into the member's account. Upon retirement, the City will deposit it's portion of the matching funds at 14%. The City also participates in Social Security. Deferred Compensation The City of Rockwall offers an optional deferred compensation 457 plan in which employees can contribute a portion of their salary, before taxes, to a retirement account. Longevity After completing one year of continuous service, employees will receive $5/month for Longevity Pay. This benefit is usually paid out each December. Supplemental Benefits The City of Rockwall also offers optional programs that include Short and Long Term Disability through AFLAC. Flexible Spending Accounts Participation in Flexible Spending Accounts through pre-tax payroll deduction for Health and Dependent Care expenses is also available for full time employees. Wellness Program The City of Rockwall administers a wellness program for full-time employees which provides an incentive for obtaining a wellness exam each year. Wellness exams are paid at 100% by the City. Workers Compensation All employees are covered by workers compensation for injuries sustained in the line of duty. Bilingual Certification Pay Eligible for up to $600 annually for bi-lingual pay Education Pay Some positions are eligible for Education Pay up to $900. Associates - $300/yr Bachelors - $600/yr Masters - $900/yr *Education Pay must be approved by the department director and annual budget. Certification Pay Some positions are eligible for Certification Pay up to $900. 1st Certification - $300/yr 2nd Certification - $600/yr 3rd Certification - $900/yr *Certification Pay must be approved by the department director and annual budget. 01 Must be at least 21 years old. Do you meet this requirement? Yes No 02 Do you possess a high school diploma or GED? Yes No 03 Do you have a minimum of forty-five (45) college credit hours from an accredited college? Yes No 04 Do you have an Associates Degree (preferred)? Yes No 05 Do you have a Bachelor's Degree (not required)? Yes No 06 Do you have any previous Law Enforcement Experience as a licensed Police Officer? (not required) Yes No 07 Did you serve in the Armed Forces? (not required) Yes No 08 Which branch did you serve? (not required) Yes No 09 Have you successfully completed the Police Academy Program? (not required) Yes No Required Question Agency City of Rockwall Address 385 SOUTH GOLIAD ROCKWALL, Texas, 75087 Phone 972-771-7700 Website