ALTERNATE HIRE POLICE OFFICER
City of Kingsville
Kingsville, TX
ALTERNATE HIRE POLICE OFFICER
Police
City of Kingsville – Kingsville, Texas
Mar 6, 2023
- Application Deadline:
- Apr 10, 2023
Salary Information
- Entry Level:
- $20.90 hourly
- Academy Graduate:
- $20.90 hourly
- Lateral Transfer:
- $23.40 hourly
- Top Pay:
- $26.18 hourly
Job Description
Thank you for your interest in the Kingsville Police Department. The City of Kingsville Police Department is a civil service department consisting of 50 officers. Information concerning our hiring process is enclosed. Please read the information carefully. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications, as set forth by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE), the Texas Local Government Code Chapter 143 and not fall under any of the listed “Reasons for Disqualification”.
You are required to completely fill out an application for employment and enclose copies of requested documents to the Human Resource (HR) Office. Also, you must keep the HR Office informed of any changes in contact information (address, phone #, etc.) and employment status. Failure to do so may result in disqualification.
_If you have any questions, contact HR at (361) 595-8017 Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., e-mail us at _ [email protected] _or visit [www.cityofkingsville.com_](http://www.cityofkingsville.com)
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
ALTERNATE LEVEL HIRING PROCESS $ 23.40
NO ENTRY-LEVEL TEST REQUIRED
++DUTIES++: Under direct supervision, responds to calls and other requests from the public for emergency assistance. Patrols community and assigned areas for any traffic and other types of violations.
Additional Information
++HOW TO APPLY++: Applications may copy the following link to your browser:
https://tx-kingsville.civicplushrms.com/PrivateCareerPortal/JobDetail.aspx?RequisitionId=113916&SourceId=7024++ or apply on the City of Kingsville website. For more information, contact the HR Office at (361) 595-8017, e-mail [email protected]
INCLUDE WITH APPLICATION – copies of the following:
· PROOF OF U. S. CITIZENSHIP (Texas Administrative Code, Title 37, Part 7- (TCOLE) Rule §215.15)
· PROOF OF TCOLE CERTIFICATION (if applicable)
· VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE
· HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR HIGH SCHOOL EQUIVALENCY (G.E.D.)
· COLLEGE TRANSCRIPT(S)
· DD-214 (if separated from the US military service)
++APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS – ALTERNATE HIRE++
The application process is in six (6) phases. Listed below is a brief overview of each phase. Each phase must be successfully completed to progress to the next phase of the hiring process. The applicant may be disqualified from consideration during any phase.
++PHASE 1++ ++WRITTEN EXAMINATION++ – – NOT APPLICABLE FOR ALTERNATE HIRE APPLICANTS.
++PHASE 2++ ++BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION++ – Applicant successfully submitting application are required to complete a detailed Personal History Statement (same document from the TCOLE website). The completed statement must be returned to the HR Office by the specified date. A thorough background investigation is conducted by the Police Department.
++PHASE 3++ ++PHYSICAL AGILITY TEST++ – Applicants are required to complete a physical agility test when scheduled. Applicants successfully passing the physical agility test move to Phase 4 of the hiring process.
Phase 3 – Physical Agility Test
Entry- Level and Alternate Level Applicants
Males
Age: 20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60+
1.5 mile run 15:10 15:52 16:28 17.29 19:15
1 min. push ups 18 13 9 6 4
1 min. sit-ups 30 26 22 15 10
300 meter run 1:24.2 1:24.2 1:24.2 1:24.2 1:24.2
Females
Age: 20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60+
1.5 mile run 17:21 18:00 18:31 19:30 20:04
1 min. push ups 12 8 2 1 1
1 min. sit-ups 21 15 10 6 1
300 meter run 1:24.2 1:24.2 1:24.2 1:24.2 1:24.2
++PHASE 4++ ++INTERVIEWS++ – When a vacancy exists, applicants successfully completing Phase 3 go before an Interview Board consisting of four to six members.
++PHASE 5++ ++PRE-EMPLOYMENT PHYSICAL EXAMINATION++ – Applicants completing all previous phases are scheduled for a physical examination conducted by a City of Kingsville authorized medical physician when a vacancy occurs in the department.
++REASONS FOR DISQUALIFICATION++
Any of the following will disqualify an applicant from further consideration at any stage of the hiring process.
Conviction for, being under indictment for, or currently charged with any felony offense.
Conviction for any Class “B” or above misdemeanor offense within the last 10 years preceding the date of application.
Conviction of any family violence offense.
Conviction for driving under the influence (DWI and/or DUI) within 3 years preceding the date of application.
Currently being on probation for any offense. For the purpose of these requirements, a person is convicted of an offense when adjudication of guilt on the offense is entered against the person by a court of a competent jurisdiction, or a plea of guilt is entered, including situations where:
A. The sentence is subsequently probated, and the person is discharged from probation.
B. Deferred adjudication is granted.
Current or recent illegal use of marijuana.
Illegal use of any controlled substance or dangerous drug other than marijuana within 5 years preceding the date of application.
Having illegally furnished any controlled substance or dangerous drug to another.
Having excessive record of traffic convictions or negligent traffic collisions within a 3-year period prior to application. This is defined as:
A. 3 or more moving violations;
B. Driver’s license suspension for driving while intoxicated;
C. A series of negligent collisions that would indicate poor driving behavior or habits, whether or not citations were issued.
Having a history of failing to maintain financial responsibility without extenuating circumstances.
Having been discharged from any military service under less than honorable conditions including, specifically:
A. Under other than honorable conditions
B. Bad conduct
C. Dishonorable or
D. Any other characterization of service indicating bad character.
Having resigned or been terminated from the Kingsville Police Department within the 24 months preceding the date of application for disciplinary reasons, resigning to avoid suspension or discharge or having resigned during a disciplinary investigation without a final judgment being rendered.
Failing to cooperate fully with and keep all scheduled appointments with the Kingsville Police Department personnel involved in the hiring process; failing to provide additional personal information as needed or failing to submit information updates/changes within ten (10) days of notification; refusal to submit, if requested, to a polygraph exam to resolve any conflict which might arise during the hiring process.
Job Requirements
Age: Must be at least 18-44 yrs at time of applying.
Education: High School Diploma OR G.E.D. and completion of 12 hours at an institution of higher education with at least a 2.0 grade point average, OR An honorable discharge from the US armed forces after at least 24 months of active duty service.
Experience: Eligibility Requirements: – Intermediate TCOLE Peace Officer Certification – 3 years prior law enforcement experience and – actively worked in law enforcement within 12 months preceding application
The City of Kingsville offers many employee benefits to include:
Health Insurance: Employee monthly premium: EEO-$78.50, Emp/Spouse-$146, Emp/Child-$132,
Emp/Family-$209
Retirement: Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)
Employer matches on a ratio of 1.5 to 1 at retirement
(20 yrs of service or 5 yrs and age 60)
TMRS Prior Service and Military Credit options
Deferred Comp. Nationwide and ICMA programs available for additional pre-tax contributions
Vacation Leave: 120 hrs per year
Sick Leave: 120 hrs per year; Sick Leave Buyback Program
Holiday Leave: 15 Holidays
Longevity: $ 10.00 per month per year of service
Uniforms: Employer provided uniforms and laundry service
Certification Pay: Monthly: Intermediate PO – $30; Advanced PO – $52; Master PO – $100
Education Pay: Monthly: Associate’s – $50; Bachelor’s – $100; Master’s – $200
Contact Information
Haydee Padilla
City of Kingsville
PO Box 1458
Kingsville, Texas 78364
phone: 361-595-8017