Police Officer — Patrol

Job overview

The Police Officer — Patrol role is onsite in Universal City, TX, with full-time 12-hour shifts; the schedule may change with operational needs. Compensation is not specified. The Universal City Police Department’s stated service commitment is “Excellence in Service” to the community. The officer conducts patrols, preliminary investigations, and traffic control while responding to calls and enforcing laws and ordinances. The role contributes to public safety through professional community interactions, accurate reporting, and coordination with dispatch and other agencies.

What you'll do

• Patrol assigned areas
• direct traffic and enforce traffic regulations
• check premises for disturbances
• investigate suspicious activity
• maintain radio contact with dispatch
• make arrests and issue citations
• keep records and reports
• testify in court when required
• provide police-related lectures at schools
• perform other duties as directed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

police officer

patrol

universal city tx

city of universal city

full-time

12-hour shifts

traffic control

preliminary investigations

community service

tcole certification

texas driver’s license

overtime as needed

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health benefits, retirement structure, certificate pay, paid leave, and uniform and equipment allowance.

Why this role

Requires TCOLE Basic Peace Officer Certification or greater and a valid Texas driver’s license.

About the employer

City of Universal City is hiring for this role. Industry: Police Protection. Sector: 92.