Police Officer (out-of-state Lateral Entry)

Amarillo Police Department

Amarillo, Texas, US
Current peace officers license required
Active full-time police officer employment
Ability to operate mobile computers
The role involves performing uniformed patrol functions including traffic enforcement and responding to all calls for service

Job Summary

  • The role involves performing uniformed patrol functions including traffic enforcement and responding to all calls for service.
  • Officers are responsible for investigating criminal offenses, collecting evidence, maintaining chain of custody, and testifying in court.
  • Candidates must be actively employed as a full-time police officer handling a full array of law enforcement services.

Matching Summary

The role involves performing uniformed patrol functions including traffic enforcement and responding to all calls for service.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Current peace officers license required
  • Active full-time police officer employment
  • Ability to operate mobile computers
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to function under extreme duress

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with diverse community interaction
  • Court testimony experience
  • Surveillance and interrogation skills
  • First aid certification
  • Public relations presentation skills

Key Requirements

  • Current peace officers license
  • High school diploma or GED plus 12 college credit hours
  • Must be actively employed as a full-time police officer
  • Must have reached 21st birthday by hire date
  • Pass Civil Service Test and Physical Readiness Test by August 21st, 2026

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