​City of Teague

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Employment Application

Police Secretary / deputy court clerk

The City of Teague has an opening for a full-time Police Department Secretary / Deputy Court Clerk.This position responsible for performing clerical duties, processing reports, and maintaining department and court files and records.

Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Answers and directs incoming telephone calls;
Provides citizen assistance by fielding questions, concerns, and complaints from the general public;
Performs word processing, data entry duties, general clerical duties including typing, filing, and photocopying;
Prepares, types, and distributes correspondence, memos, and reports;
Researches court and department records;
Enters and updates cases and information into the computer system;
Maintains inventory of division equipment and supplies;
Maintains and updates department files, records, and reports;
Provides secretarial support for Community Services;
Maintains records of expenditures;
Maintains confidentiality of extremely sensitive and restricted information.

Education: A high school diploma or GED
Experience: Two years of secretarial experience is required. Employee is expected to have acquired the necessary information and skills to perform the job reasonably well within six months to one year of employment.

License/Certifications: Must have valid driver's license and good driving record

Application can be picked up at City Hall 105 S. 4th Ave. Teague, TX 75860. The City of Teague is an equal opportunity employer and provider.

CANINE POLICE HANDLER

The City of Teague is currently accepting applications for a full-time Experienced Police Canine Handler for narcotics detection.
 Do you desire to be part of a progressive Police Department, where you can make a difference and positively impact the community? This position may be for you. Police Officers enforce federal, state and local laws and provide protection to citizens. This is accomplished by responding to general and critical incidents, investigating and enforcing violations, patrolling geographical limits, responding to crime scenes, processing reports, and identifying and transporting suspects.  Come join our TEAM and make a difference with a department who is becoming more technologically advanced every day. The City of Teague is a thriving community that sits on Highway 84 between Mexia and Fairfield Texas. Teague has the small town feel but with quick and easy access to major cities like Waco, Tyler and Bryan/College Station. The mission of the organization is to build a vibrant, inclusive organization, driven by a commitment to value-added customer service. Our purpose is to: serve the citizens of this community so they can be the most engaged citizens in America; enhance their quality of life through quality neighborhoods to live in and parks to enjoy; provide top quality venues to be a destination for youth sports and a "tech forward" community. The canine handler position is first a patrol officer position, which has additional duties involving the use, care and training of a police dog. The handler must stay informed on all new canine deployment and training techniques. The canine handler must be willing to have the police dog live with his family and have suitable living space for it and live within a required response time for utilization, as determined by case law. The canine handler is responsible for any reports and evaluations arising out of the canine assignment. The canine handler is responsible for all canine training and keeping the dog at an acceptable level of readiness.

QUALIFIED APPLICANT
Must be TCOLE Certified and have experience/certification as a Police Canine (K9) handler.
4-years of experience as a peace officer, with min of 1-year canine experience preferred.
Interdiction and Canine training/certification necessary.
Must be able to pass the following: Full TCOLE Background Investigation, Oral Board and drug Tests.
Salary is dependent upon qualifications and experience.

Contact Chief DeWayne Philpott at 254-739-2553 or policechief@cityofteaguetx.com  for required applications.

​RESERVE POLICE OFFICER

Policer Officer in a Small City. Duties include but are not limited to enforcing Federal and State Laws and Ordinances of
 the City of Teague. Candidates must undergo a background investigation, drug screening, oral interview, must be able
 to use computerized equipment and must be in good physical condition.

Job Requirements: Education, training, experience:

TCLOSE certified, Valid Texas Drivers License, must be a high school graduate or equivalent.

Contact Interim Chief DeWayne Philpott by e-mail or by calling City Hall at 254-739-2553
dewaynephilpott@cityofteaguetx.com

This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer