Police Officer Recruit-Test Date 5/18/2024; Finalists Will Attend A July Police Academy

General Summary

TEST DATE 5/18/2024

Why work for the City of Wylie?

The reason we exist is to serve our residents and guests. By combining our unique talents to ensure the preservation of the small town feel of our area, we are committed to building and sustaining a safe community where economic development and neighborhood enrichment can flourish while creating an unparalleled experience for all.

How we accomplish our mission:

Leveraging the diversity of our workforce to continually think and do things differently, the City of Wylie invests in the development of our employees by providing them with a working environment that serves to enhance their personal happiness and elevate their professional goals.

The City of Wylie Police Department is seeking applicants that wish to become Police Officers and will need to attend Police Academy. Successfully graduate from Police Academy and pass the State of Texas TCOLE examination. Must be able to perform and uphold all duties of a City of Wylie Police Officer. Must carry out special assignments in the field of law enforcement, perform related work as required, and provide reports of assignments and/or related work as needed Once certified, Police Officers are required to patrol and provide enforcement, detection and crime prevention under the laws of the City of Wylie, State of Texas, and the United States. Carry out special assignments in the field of law enforcement. Perform related work as required. Provide reports of assignments and/or related work as needed.

Supervision is provided by the Field Training Officer.

This posting is for applicants who are interested in becoming a Police Officer. If you are currently certified as a Police Officer please click here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wylietexas/jobs/4075997/certified-police-officer-lateral?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs to apply for the Certified Police Officer position.

Visit our Police Officer recruiting web page: https://www.wylietexas.gov/jobs2/index.php

If you would like to purchase a study guide, you can do so by following a link below. There are two selections that could be used in conjunction with studying for the written test that the Wylie Police Department uses. The Wylie Police Department does not receive any proceeds from the organization who sells the study guides. The purchase of these study guides is not required and are offered as study material suggestions only.

https://www.publicsafetycompass.com/product/entry-level-police-online-study-guide/

https://www.publicsafetycompass.com/product/poa-cognitive-series-study-guide/

Essential Job Functions

• Prepared to accept and successfully perform all duties of a City of Wylie Police Officer upon earning TCOLE Peace Officer certification.

• Makes ethical decisions that conform to applicable laws, departmental policy, regulations, etc., without supervision when appropriate.

• Works well with the public and co-workers daily. Communicates effectively, maintaining alertness, composure, helpful attitude and professionalism in all circumstances, including stress, verbal abuse, criticism, and/or other adverse conditions.

• Follows a chain of command and instructions; receptive to supervision.

• Immediately comprehends and executes orders from a supervisor in emergency situations.

• Adapts toward procedures, programs, regular and special assignments.

• Recognizes the need for supervisory intervention and seeks it when needed; keeps supervisors informed of relevant activity.

• Demonstrates competent weapons proficiency.

• Cleans and maintains duty weapons.

• Displays proficiency in officer survival and safety tactics.

• Walks long distances (over 1/4 mile).

• Administers CPR/first aid in emergency medical situations.

• Assists ambulance attendants/carrying victims under adverse conditions.

• Stands on hard surfaces for long periods of time (over 1 hour).

• Observes gruesome sights; e.g., deceased persons, battered children, etc. without losing composure.

• Attends all courts as scheduled or requested.

• Works any day of the week, any hour of the day, extra assignment(s) as needed.

• Communicates effectively via Police radio, telephone and in person, with citizens, co-workers, supervisors and instructors, including persons of diverse backgrounds, without bias or prejudice.

• Effectively shares work information.

• Responds positively to constructive criticism.

• Behaves in manner conducive to high morale; expresses enthusiasm for work assignments, environment, personnel, and management.

• Completes all reports and paperwork promptly, legibly, accurately, thoroughly, neatly and with correct grammar and spelling.

• Follows through on assignments in a timely manner.

• Develops and adequately utilizes sources of information.

• Uses and maintains departmental equipment safely and properly.

• Observes and reports hazardous conditions.

• Maintains an acceptable physical fitness level, including visual acuity correctable to 20/20 without color blindness and normal hearing range.

• Arrives at work on time at an assigned area.

• Maintains the appropriate uniform and acceptable personal hygiene.

• Carries/wears appropriate extra equipment other than a gun belt, e.g., armor, shotgun, etc.

• Maintains work area neatly, safely and in organized fashion.

• Displays self-confidence and authoritative manner with conduct reflecting favorably on the Department and on the City.

• Must not pose a threat to the health and safety of self or others.

• Operates a motor vehicle in carrying out the business of the department and the City.

• Performs as a responsible steward of the public trust and strives for excellence in public service, enhancing the quality of life for all.

• Acts in a civil, respectful manner at all times to management, co-workers and others.

• Other duties as may be assigned.

Minimum Job Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent. Valid Driver's License without restriction except "A". Must have Texas Driver's License within 30 days of hire. Citizen of the United States, 21 years of age, clear driving record, no felony convictions. Completion of National Incident Management System (NIMS) training courses as outlined by Emergency Management after hire.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

PHYSICAL STRENGTH REQUIRED:

HIGH: Exerting 50-100 pounds occasionally, 20-50 pounds frequently, or 20 pounds constantly. Requires walking, sitting, running and/or standing to a significant degree.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES REQUIRED:

Balancing Bending Carrying Chasing

Climbing Crawling Crouching Fine Dexterity

Handling Hearing Kneeling Lifting

Pushing/Pulling Reaching Running Sitting

Standing Talking Twisting Vision

Walking Driving

PRIMARY WORK ENVIRONMENT: Indoors/Outdoors

SHIFT WORK: No

CALL-OUT: No

• Retirement benefits with Texas Municipal Retirement System. Contributions by payroll deduction. Employee contributes at 7% level. City matches 200% of employee contribution. Mandatory.

• Deferred compensation

• Nationwide and Edward Jones. The City does not contribute. Employee contributions by pre and post-tax payroll deduction. Optional.

• Health/Dental/Vision/Prescription insurance PPO plan. City pays full premium for employee, approximately 47% of dependent premium.

• Flexible Spending Account - allows for pre-tax deduction for eligible medical expenses as well as dependent care expenses. Optional.

• Life insurance

• 2x annual salary through New York Life. Fully paid by City and 1x annual salary through TMRS. Total of 3x annual base salary.

• Long-Term Disability for all full-time City employees.

• Twelve paid holidays: New Years Day, Martin Luther King Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Friday following, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and one floating holiday.

• Vacation

• Earn three weeks of vacation in the first year.

• Sick leave accrues each full pay period.

• Sick leave conversion to vacation leave (once per year in January).

• Sick leave buy back (if budget allows; once per year).

• Bereavement leave, military leave, jury duty leave.

• Longevity pay $4 per month of service; paid once per year.

• Workers' compensation benefits

• Tuition reimbursement - $2,000 per year.

• Direct Deposit

• City of Wylie Payroll will deposit employee paycheck to any bank accepting wire transfers.

• Family and Medical Leave Policy as described by federal legislation.

• Free Recreation Center employee membership.

• City pays every two weeks. (26 pay periods per year)

01

The supplemental questions are a very important first step in our screening process. Therefore, you are required to complete these questions so that we may initially determine your eligibility for this position. A lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application may result in disqualification for this position. This means you will be ineligible for further consideration in this recruitment process. Please check "yes" to confirm that you have read and understand this statement.

• Yes

• No

02

I understand that I am required to complete all sections of this application thoroughly and that I may not attach a resume in lieu of completing this application. I also understand that my application will be rejected if it is incomplete.

• Yes

• No

03

What is your highest level of education?

• No High School Diploma or equivalent

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Some College

• Associates Degree

• Bachelor's Degree

• Master's Degree

• Ph.D.

• Juris Doctorate

04

Do you have a valid Driver's License?

• Yes, I have a valid Driver's License.

• No, I do not have a valid Driver's License.

05

Are you currently an employee at the City of Wylie? If you are applying for a position within your current department, the Internal Transfer Request IS NOT required. If you are applying for a position within another department, you must submit a completed Internal Transfer Request to Human Resources, prior to submitting your application. Your application will not be forwarded to the hiring manager until you have submitted the completed Internal Transfer Request. (Employee Handbook, Section 23: Transfers, Promotions & Interim Pay: "Current employees must submit an online application or a resume as well as an Internal Transfer Request to Human Resources for consideration.") Please request a link to the Internal Transfer Request form from HR.

• Yes, I am currently an employee at the City of Wylie

• No, I am not currently an employee at the City of Wylie

06

Can you work irregular hours, nights, weekends, and/or holidays?

• Yes

• No

07

Have you ever been convicted of any family violence offense?

• Yes

• No

08

Have you ever been convicted of an offense with grade of felony?

• Yes

• No

09

Have you operated a vehicle while impaired by the use of alcohol or any other substance?

• Yes

• No

10

How long ago was the last incident in which you operated a vehicle while impaired by the use of alcohol or any other substance?

• Not Applicable

• Less than 6 months

• More than 6 months but less than 1 year

• 1 year but less than 3 years

• 3 years but less than 5 years

• 5 or more years

11

Are you prohibited by state or federal law from possessing firearms or ammunition?

• Yes

• No

12

Have you ever been placed on court ordered community supervision or probation for an offense of any grade of felony?

• Yes

• No

13

Have you ever set a fire that could be construed as arson?

• Yes

• No

14

Have you ever used or tried marijuana?

• Yes

• No

15

Please select the most recent date of marijuana use?

• Not Applicable
• 1 year or less
• 1 year but less than 3 years
• 3 years but less than 5 years
• 5 or more years

16

Have you ever used or tried either cocaine, heroin or meth?

• Yes

• No

17

Have you ever used or tried hallucinogenic drug?

• Yes

• No

18

Have you ever intentionally used an inhalant to become intoxicated?

• Yes

• No

19

If yes to inhalant question, please list what item you inhaled below. If not applicable, please type N/A.

20

Please select the most recent date you intentionally used an inhalant to become intoxicated.

• Not Applicable
• 1 year or less
• 1 year but less then 3 years
• 3 years but less than 5 years
• 5 or more years

21

Aside from permanent make up or wedding band. Do you have any tattoos, permanent body art or brands that would be visible while wearing a short sleeve shirt? If so, it will be up to the discretion of the Chief if any tattoos will need to be covered while on duty.

• Yes

• No

22

If you replied yes to the previous tattoo question (aside from permanent makeup or a wedding band), do you have any tattoos on your face, neck or hands?

• Yes

• No

• N/A

23

Do you have any body modifications to include split or forked tongue, stretched holes in ears, or foreign objects inserted under the skin to create a design or pattern that are visible while wearing a short sleeve shirt?

• Yes

• No

24

Have you ever worked for a city/municipality?

• Yes

• No

25

If yes, please list which city, dates of employment and position. If no, please type N/A.

26

Have you worked anywhere else other than the positions listed on your application?

• Yes

• No

27

If you have worked anywhere else other than the positions listed on your application, please describe below.

28

Please take this opportunity to review your responses to the supplemental questions. Ensure that the qualifications stated above can be cross-referenced with the qualifications in your application. Your application may not be considered for further review if you have failed to show details of where the minimum qualifications are met. By agreeing to the statement below, you are confirming that you understand this statement, have reviewed your responses to the questions for accuracy and verify that your responses accurately describe your current qualifications.

• I verify that all of my responses to the supplemental questions are true and accurate. I accept that if my supporting documentation and/or later steps in the selection process do no support one or more of my responses to the supplemental questions that my application may be disapproved and/or I may be removed from consideration.

Required Question

Agency City of Wylie

Address 300 Country Club Road

Wylie, Texas, 75098

Phone 972-516-6040

Website http://www.wylietexas.gov