City of McKinney
Overview
Summary
Works for the City of McKinney. This position performs a wide variety of law enforcement activities under general supervision. Responsibilities include collecting and dispensing information, arbitrating disputes, apprehending people with warrants, transporting prisoners, parking enforcement, and court security. Duties may involve exposure to life-threatening circumstances and are performed in accordance with State Statutes and department policies. The incumbent must be able to work with limited supervision and exercise independent judgment. Core Values
OUR CORE VALUES
City of McKinney employees are guided by Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (RISE). New employees are expected to embrace these values and support a healthy, high performance work environment. Essential Functions / Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
GENERAL EXPECTATIONS FOR ALL EMPLOYEES
In order to help us achieve our primary function of serving the community, we hold the following expectations for all employees. Learn and understand how team, department, and City goals are interconnected. Contribute to a positive work culture. Maintain regular and reliable attendance. Assess personal and team performance and contribute to improvement. Develop others and the working unit or organization. Work effectively as part of a team and share responsibilities. Pursue ongoing learning through internal and external training opportunities. Essential Duties And Responsibilities Complies with city policies and procedures, including the City of McKinney Employee Handbook. Adheres to assigned work schedule and attendance policies. Drives to and from locations as assigned. Provides public assistance and service (e.g., changing tires). Exercises independent judgment to determine detentions, searches, arrests, and use of force within legal guidelines. Performs law enforcement functions as needed: prevent/discover crimes, check buildings/vehicles/persons, maintain high visibility, issue citations, pursue suspects, transport arrestees, victims, witnesses, or others as required; respond to incidents, enforce laws, and coordinate with courts. Enforces State and local traffic laws to ensure safety. Identifies and issues municipal citations for misdemeanor offenses. Demonstrates effective communication in court and maintains thorough reports and records (arrest reports, warrants, dispositions). Attends in-service training to stay current on laws, enforcement methods, and trends. Reads, writes, and comprehends legal and non-legal documents in English; prepares required reports, citations, affidavits, warrants, and related documents. Communicates effectively with supervisors, peers, civilian staff, groups, and citizens. Pursues fleeing subjects and performs rescue operations as needed; may enter and exit police vehicles quickly. Performs searches of people, vehicles, buildings, and large outdoor areas; may involve long periods of standing or walking. Endures verbal and mental stress when confronted by hostile individuals. Develops and maintains relationships with other City departments. Assists with emergencies and disasters, directs traffic, and may administer basic emergency medical aid; may assist Fire Department personnel as directed. Prepares and issues warrant notifications; clears warrants from court and regional systems; serves warrants and arrests; acts as bailiff in court and coordinates safety and security in the courtroom. Transports prisoners between jurisdictions; weekend prisoner transports on a rotating schedule. Submits files to Judges and prosecutors; contacts other agencies regarding arrested subjects; researches information for city prosecutor. Complies with vehicle registration and equipment checks; acts as liaison between court and outside law enforcement agencies. Verifies prisoner status for possible release and authorizes release when appropriate; processes time-served requests. Serves court summons/subpoenas and files charges as requested; complies with TLETS reporting and maintains TCOLE records. Maintains control of weapons and equipment; required to qualify with agency firearms and operate under stress. Handles court-related tasks, such as picking up documents, transporting deposits, and preparing the courtroom for sessions. Patrols Downtown for parking and safety violations; issues parking citations; educates the public on parking regulations; collects data and images for evidence; testifies in Municipal Court as needed. Other Job Functions Perform other duties as assigned or directed. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, And Behaviors
Embrace and embody the City’s core values: Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (R.I.S.E.). Effective communication with peers, supervisors, and the public. Produce quality work with timeliness and efficiency. Plan and organize work, time, and resources; guide subordinates if applicable. Knowledge of City, State, and Federal laws, ordinances, policies, and SOPs. Ability to review, classify, prioritize, and analyze data; exercise discretion in applying standards. Ability to provide guidance and interpret procedures; public speaking for court attendees. Operate equipment and tools requiring complex adjustments; use advisory data such as the Penal Code, traffic laws, and city ordinances. Mathematical ability for basic calculations and data interpretation. Ability to apply rational systems and exercise independent judgment in varying objectives. Ability to perform skilled movements (firearms, restraints, driving, equipment operation). Maintain valid Texas Class C driver’s license; ability to work weekends on a rotating basis for prisoner transport; comply with TCOLE and City qualifications. Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Any work experience at acceptable proficiency levels may substitute for some qualifications. A high school diploma or GED is required (some college preferred) and at least two (2) years of prior peace officer experience. Possession of a Basic Peace Officer Certificate from the Texas Commission of Law Enforcement (TCOLE). Conditions Of Employment Must pass a drug screen and background check Must have a valid Texas Class C driver’s license Must pass a psychological exam Must complete a polygraph examination Must be a U.S. citizen at time of application Must be 21 years old at time of application Vision correctable to 20/20 with normal color vision; must pass a hearing test Completion of McKinney Marshals Office In-house Field Training within six months of employment Successful completion of the City of McKinney Marshals Office hiring process Physical Demands / Supplemental Physical Demands
Talking and hearing for most of the time; occasional sitting, standing, walking, handling, reaching; ability to lift up to 25 pounds, with occasional lifting up to 100+ pounds; special vision requirements include near/far, color, peripheral, depth, and focus. Work Environment
Exposure to outdoor conditions for a portion of the time; possible exposure to fumes, wet/humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, and working at heights. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed as of the date of preparation. They are not exhaustive. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as assigned. The job description does not guarantee employment and requirements may be modified to accommodate individuals with disabilities. The City of McKinney is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) committed to an alcohol/drug free workplace and to providing equal opportunities regardless of age, race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
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Summary
Works for the City of McKinney. This position performs a wide variety of law enforcement activities under general supervision. Responsibilities include collecting and dispensing information, arbitrating disputes, apprehending people with warrants, transporting prisoners, parking enforcement, and court security. Duties may involve exposure to life-threatening circumstances and are performed in accordance with State Statutes and department policies. The incumbent must be able to work with limited supervision and exercise independent judgment. Core Values
OUR CORE VALUES
City of McKinney employees are guided by Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (RISE). New employees are expected to embrace these values and support a healthy, high performance work environment. Essential Functions / Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
GENERAL EXPECTATIONS FOR ALL EMPLOYEES
In order to help us achieve our primary function of serving the community, we hold the following expectations for all employees. Learn and understand how team, department, and City goals are interconnected. Contribute to a positive work culture. Maintain regular and reliable attendance. Assess personal and team performance and contribute to improvement. Develop others and the working unit or organization. Work effectively as part of a team and share responsibilities. Pursue ongoing learning through internal and external training opportunities. Essential Duties And Responsibilities Complies with city policies and procedures, including the City of McKinney Employee Handbook. Adheres to assigned work schedule and attendance policies. Drives to and from locations as assigned. Provides public assistance and service (e.g., changing tires). Exercises independent judgment to determine detentions, searches, arrests, and use of force within legal guidelines. Performs law enforcement functions as needed: prevent/discover crimes, check buildings/vehicles/persons, maintain high visibility, issue citations, pursue suspects, transport arrestees, victims, witnesses, or others as required; respond to incidents, enforce laws, and coordinate with courts. Enforces State and local traffic laws to ensure safety. Identifies and issues municipal citations for misdemeanor offenses. Demonstrates effective communication in court and maintains thorough reports and records (arrest reports, warrants, dispositions). Attends in-service training to stay current on laws, enforcement methods, and trends. Reads, writes, and comprehends legal and non-legal documents in English; prepares required reports, citations, affidavits, warrants, and related documents. Communicates effectively with supervisors, peers, civilian staff, groups, and citizens. Pursues fleeing subjects and performs rescue operations as needed; may enter and exit police vehicles quickly. Performs searches of people, vehicles, buildings, and large outdoor areas; may involve long periods of standing or walking. Endures verbal and mental stress when confronted by hostile individuals. Develops and maintains relationships with other City departments. Assists with emergencies and disasters, directs traffic, and may administer basic emergency medical aid; may assist Fire Department personnel as directed. Prepares and issues warrant notifications; clears warrants from court and regional systems; serves warrants and arrests; acts as bailiff in court and coordinates safety and security in the courtroom. Transports prisoners between jurisdictions; weekend prisoner transports on a rotating schedule. Submits files to Judges and prosecutors; contacts other agencies regarding arrested subjects; researches information for city prosecutor. Complies with vehicle registration and equipment checks; acts as liaison between court and outside law enforcement agencies. Verifies prisoner status for possible release and authorizes release when appropriate; processes time-served requests. Serves court summons/subpoenas and files charges as requested; complies with TLETS reporting and maintains TCOLE records. Maintains control of weapons and equipment; required to qualify with agency firearms and operate under stress. Handles court-related tasks, such as picking up documents, transporting deposits, and preparing the courtroom for sessions. Patrols Downtown for parking and safety violations; issues parking citations; educates the public on parking regulations; collects data and images for evidence; testifies in Municipal Court as needed. Other Job Functions Perform other duties as assigned or directed. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, And Behaviors
Embrace and embody the City’s core values: Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (R.I.S.E.). Effective communication with peers, supervisors, and the public. Produce quality work with timeliness and efficiency. Plan and organize work, time, and resources; guide subordinates if applicable. Knowledge of City, State, and Federal laws, ordinances, policies, and SOPs. Ability to review, classify, prioritize, and analyze data; exercise discretion in applying standards. Ability to provide guidance and interpret procedures; public speaking for court attendees. Operate equipment and tools requiring complex adjustments; use advisory data such as the Penal Code, traffic laws, and city ordinances. Mathematical ability for basic calculations and data interpretation. Ability to apply rational systems and exercise independent judgment in varying objectives. Ability to perform skilled movements (firearms, restraints, driving, equipment operation). Maintain valid Texas Class C driver’s license; ability to work weekends on a rotating basis for prisoner transport; comply with TCOLE and City qualifications. Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Any work experience at acceptable proficiency levels may substitute for some qualifications. A high school diploma or GED is required (some college preferred) and at least two (2) years of prior peace officer experience. Possession of a Basic Peace Officer Certificate from the Texas Commission of Law Enforcement (TCOLE). Conditions Of Employment Must pass a drug screen and background check Must have a valid Texas Class C driver’s license Must pass a psychological exam Must complete a polygraph examination Must be a U.S. citizen at time of application Must be 21 years old at time of application Vision correctable to 20/20 with normal color vision; must pass a hearing test Completion of McKinney Marshals Office In-house Field Training within six months of employment Successful completion of the City of McKinney Marshals Office hiring process Physical Demands / Supplemental Physical Demands
Talking and hearing for most of the time; occasional sitting, standing, walking, handling, reaching; ability to lift up to 25 pounds, with occasional lifting up to 100+ pounds; special vision requirements include near/far, color, peripheral, depth, and focus. Work Environment
Exposure to outdoor conditions for a portion of the time; possible exposure to fumes, wet/humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, and working at heights. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed as of the date of preparation. They are not exhaustive. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as assigned. The job description does not guarantee employment and requirements may be modified to accommodate individuals with disabilities. The City of McKinney is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) committed to an alcohol/drug free workplace and to providing equal opportunities regardless of age, race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
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