Reserve Police Officer

General Statement of Duties

Duties include serving as a reserve, non-paid officer conducting duties as a school resource officer, court security and special event/city sponsored security. You will be required to volunteer 24 hours per month. These hours will primarily be Monday through Friday. As compensation for your time, you will be allowed to work approved, off-duty traffic control jobs.

Examples of Work

Perform external security functions at the elementary schools located within the city of Helotes. Conduct bailiff duties for scheduled municipal court sessions. Conduct duties as directed for city sponsored special events (market days, parades, movie nights, etc.)

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of City, State and Federal laws; ability to understand oral and written instructions and directions; ability to establish and maintain good cooperative relationship with fellow employees and the general public; maintenance of good physical and mental health; the ability to practice sound safety and work habits.

Required Licenses and Certificate

Licensed as a Peace Officer by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement; must hold a valid Texas driver's license.

Physical Standards

Through regular exercise and moderate living, shall maintain a physical condition as to be able to handle strenuous physical contacts or demands required of the active, uniformed law enforcement officer. All employees are subject to random drug testing.