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  City of Brookshire
  4029 5th St
  Brookshire, TX 77423
  Phone: 281-375-5050

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• Police Officer ▲

  CITY OF BROOKSHIRE

  JOB DESCRIPTION

   

   

  Job Title:         Police Officer

   

  Department:    Police Department

   

  Supervisor:      Sergeant

   

  Supervises:      N/A

   

  Job Summary: Under general direction of the Police Sergeant, the Police Officer performs law enforcement and crime prevention duties to maintain citizen safety, protection of life and property, and compliance with City, State and Federal Laws. Participates in planning of programs, policies or objectives for own work group and department.

   

  Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

   

  • Performs routine police patrol as a deterrent to crime, to ensure law compliance and investigate suspicious activities, individuals, or conditions.
  • Respond to calls for assistance and provide necessary police response and/or protection.
  • Issues citations and/or warnings to violators when appropriate.
  • Make arrests of individuals who violate the law and/or ordinances.
  • Subdue violent individuals
  • Conduct preliminary investigation of crimes and crime scenes to uncover and collect/document relevant evidence and/or testimony.
  • Prepare and maintain reports as required.
  • Investigate traffic accidents and direct traffic.
  • Testifies in court as needed.
  • Respond to reports of sick, injured or mentally ill persons.
  • Maintains weapons and equipment assigned.
  • Interact with the community to establish partnerships and relationships.
  • Answers citizen calls for police assistance.
  • Maintains weapon proficiency.
  • Conducts search and rescue operations.
  • Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.
  • Attend training for professional development
  • Perform other duties as assigned or directed.

   

   

   

   

  City of Brookshire Job Description

   

  Job Title:         Police Officer

   

  Department:    Police Department

   

   

  NOTE: The listed duties are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

   

  MIMIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

   

  Knowledge and Experience:

   

  Must have a High School Diploma/GED.  Must be a minimum of 21 years of age.

   

  Skills and Abilities:

                                     

  Strong computer, verbal and written communication, and organizational skills. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees and elected officials. Ability to complete assigned tasks within deadlines and ability to prioritize own work.

   

  Special Requirements:

   

  Must be a United States citizen. Possess a valid Texas driver’s license and maintain a satisfactory driving record.  Possess an active Police Officer Certification with Texas Commission on Law Enforcement.

   

  Essential Behavioral Expectations:

                                     

  City of Brookshire employees are expected to use professional courtesy, discretion and sound judgment when engaging in any contact with co-workers, customers, vendors, visitors and/or other city employees. Employees are also responsible for but not limited to, the following behavioral expectations: maintaining confidentiality of business knowledge and employee information, maintaining professional relations while engaging in job related tasks, cooperating with others to resolve conflict and achieve goals, maintaining a pleasant attitude while leaving personal business or issues/problems outside of the work place.

   

  Contacts:

                                     

  Daily contact with co-workers, department employees, employees of other law enforcement agencies at the Federal, State and local level, as well as the public and regulatory agencies; Contacts may be in writing, in person or electronic means to provide service and/or information, exchange information, interpret or explain complicated information and provide instructions, obtain information and evidence, locate suspects or witnesses.

   

  City of Brookshire Job Description

   

  Job Title:         Police Officer

   

  Department:    Police Department

   

  Supervision Required:

                                     

  Works under broadly defined guidelines; uses independent judgment to determine standards to

  apply or adjust.

   

  Physical Demands:

   

  Daily use of hands and or fingers to grasp, handle, pick-up, pinch, type or feel: Reaching with hands or arms, talking and listening; frequent reaching with hands or arms; occasional climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling and lifting objects up to 100 pounds; close vision, distance vision, depth perception, peripheral vision, ability to distinguish colors and the ability to adjust focus.

   

  Work Environment:

   

  Work is performed primarily in a vehicle, away from the office, more than 50% of the time. Job requires exposure to weather conditions. Worker is subject to physical hazards from traffic and subject to physical harm as the result of confrontation and/or use of deadly force; job may also require possible exposure to infectious diseases. Noise level is moderate to very loud.

   

  Physical demands and work environment characteristics described are representative of those that must be met or are encountered by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

   

  The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and

  requirements of the job change.

   

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• Full Time Dispatcher ▲

  Position: Full Time Dispatch

  CITY OF BROOKSHIRE

  JOB DESCRIPTION

   

   

  Job Title:             Communications Operator

   

  Department:    Police Department

   

  Supervisor:             Communications Supervisor

   

  Supervises:      N/A

   

  Starting Salary: $47,403

   

  Job Summary: Responsible for responding to emergency and non-emergency calls for law enforcement, fire department, and emergency medical services as well as animal control; identifies and dispatches appropriate public safety units, complies with city policies and procedures to ensure the safety of all public safety responders and the public.

   

  Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

   

  • Provides public safety dispatch services for emergency and non-emergency purposes for various agencies; keeps track of a wide variety of public safety responders, resources, personnel, incidents, and trends.

     

  • Receives, screens, and takes appropriate action on all emergency service calls to include 911 calls from the public requesting law enforcement, fire, and emergency medical services; determines nature and location of emergency, determines priority, dispatches appropriate emergency responders/units as necessary in accordance with established department policies and procedures; relays pertinent information to law enforcement, fire, and emergency medical services.

     

  • Enters emergency assistance call information into computer aided dispatch; determines location of call; inputs, modifies, confirms and validates information into TLETS system and computer aided dispatch system, enters data for reports and records, processes forms and record files; queries system databases as requested; maintains records and files in accordance with established standards.

     

  • Provides information, instructions and assistance to the public within scope of authority; provides detailed call information to first responders as needed; maintains states and awareness of unit locations; monitors message traffic and relays information required.

     

     

  • Receives and relays information regarding incidents and other activities to appropriate agencies and staff.

     

  • Performs inquiries and criminal history checks, for agency law enforcement staff through TLETS; collects statistical data reports; updates and ensures the accuracy of the database.

     

  • Adheres to TLETS and CJIS administrative and security requirements, criminal history dissemination, etc., s required; ensures proper training for state licensing requirements.

     

  • Enters, and clears department warrants; coordinates efforts with other agencies.

     

  • Leads and/or participates in specific projects related to the department or office to which assigned and will provide project/program update summaries and analysis as needed.

     

  • Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the department’s services to the citizens and by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.

     

  • Represents the City with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with agency staff and the public.

   

  • Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster, as directed by appropriate manager(s).

     

    NOTE: The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

     

    MIMIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

     

    Knowledge and Experience:

     

    Must be at least 18 years of age, and have a High School Diploma/GED. Must have a valid Texas driver’s license and maintain a satisfactory driving record.

     

    Skills and Abilities:

                                       

    Strong computer, verbal and written communication, and organizational skills. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees and elected officials. Ability to complete assigned tasks within deadlines and ability to prioritize own work.

     

    Special Requirements:

     

    Must be a United States citizen or is a legal permanent resident of the United States, if the person is an honorably discharged veteran of the armed forces of the United States with at least two years of service before discharge and presents evidence satisfactory to the commission that the person has applied for United States citizenship.

     

     

    Knowledge of:

  • Radio-telephone operations and procedures.

     

  • Procedures used in operating Computer Aided Dispatch and 911 Systems.

     

  • Policies and procedures of receiving and processing emergency calls.

     

  • Specialized computer systems/software currently used in the Communications Center.

     

  • Geographical features and directional information.

     

  • Policies and procedures of warrant and NCIC/TCIC functions.

     

  • Call screening techniques and phone etiquette.

     

  • Standard office practices and procedures, including records management.

     

  • Communications effectively in oral and written forms.

     

  • Techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals for various socio-economical, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, in person and over the phone.

     

    Skill in:

     

  • Performing technical, specialized, complex, difficult, or technical office support work.

     

  • Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team work or division goals, objectives and activities.

     

  • Working under pressure, exercising good judgement and making sound timely decisions in emergency and non-emergency situations.

     

  • Understanding and following oral and written instructions.

     

  • Communicating clearly and concisely in writing during emergency and non-emergency situations.

     

  • Recalling, identifying, and categorizing information.

     

  • Performing the full range of public safety dispatching and 911 duties.

     

  • Effectively listening to, communicating with, and eliciting information with upset, emotional, and irate individuals. 

   

  Essential Behavioral Expectations:

                                     

  City of Brookshire employees are expected to use professional courtesy, discretion and sound judgment when engaging in any contact with co-workers, customers, vendors, visitors and/or other City employees. Employees are also responsible for but not limited to, the following behavioral expectations: maintaining confidentiality of business knowledge and employee information, maintaining professional relations while engaging in job related tasks, cooperating with others to resolve conflict and achieve goals, maintaining a pleasant attitude while leaving personal business or issues/problems outside of the work place.

   

  Contacts:

                                     

  Daily contact with co-workers, department employees, employees of other law enforcement agencies at the Federal, State and local level, as well as the public and regulatory agencies; Contacts may be in writing, in person or electronic means to provide service and/or information, exchange information, interpret or explain complicated information and provide instructions, and obtain information.

   

  Supervision Required:

                                     

  Works under broadly defined guidelines; uses independent judgment to determine standards to

  apply or adjust.

   

  Physical Demands:

   

  Daily use of hands and or fingers to grasp, handle, pick-up, pinch, type or feel: Reaching with hands or arms, talking and listening; frequent reaching with hands or arms; occasional climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling and lifting objects up to 50 pounds; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person, over the phone, and over the radio; stamina to remain seated for long period of time.

   

  Work Environment:

   

  Work is performed primarily in a climate-controlled open work area shared with other employees; high call volume emergency dispatch environment, where there can be limited opportunity for physical movement and the dispatcher must remain alert and responsive while observing computer screen for uninterrupted period of time; may be subject to extended work periods without relief, and stressful situations. Noise level is moderate.

   

  Physical demands and work environment characteristics described are representative of those that must be met or are encountered by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

   

  The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and

  requirements of the job change.

   

  
  Starting Pay: $47,403 (No Experience)
  
  Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance.
  Paid vacation, sick, and holiday.
  No experience necessary, but welcomed.
  Requirements:
  Must be at least 18 years of age.
  High School Diploma or GED.
  Must be able to pass thorough background check.
  Must be able to meet all requirements set by TCOLE for licensing.
  
  All applications can be submitted in person or emailed to: nrendon@brookshiretx.gov
  
  Brookshire Police Department 281-375-5000
  Attn:Nikki Rendon
  5100 Highway 90E
  Brookshire, TX 77423

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• Grant Writer ▲

   

  Job Title: Grant Writer

  Department: Administration

  Reports To: City Secretary and Mayor

  Location: Brookshire, Texas

  Position Type: Full-Time, Salaried, with Benefits

  Starting salary: $52,000

   

  Job Summary:

  City of Brookshire Government is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Grant Writer to join our team. The Grant Writer role will be responsible for researching, drafting, and submitting grant proposals on behalf of the city of Brookshire and its various departments. This role is crucial in securing funding to support the city’s development initiatives and community projects. The Grant Writer will work closely with the Mayor and Council, and the administration to identify funding opportunities and ensure successful grant applications. This professional position requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Knowledge of and adherence to the policies and procedures is required. Occasional travel may be required at the assignment of the Mayor and Council.

  Key Responsibilities:

  • Research Funding Opportunities: Identify and research potential grant opportunities from government agencies, foundations, and other funding sources that align with the city’s needs and priorities.

  • Draft Grant Proposals: Write clear, compelling, and comprehensive grant proposals, including narratives, budgets, and supporting documentation to government, foundations, and other grantmaking organizations to earn grant revenue. 

  • Coordinate Grant Applications: Collaborate with city departments and external partners to gather necessary information, letters of support, and other materials required for grant submissions. This will require the study and understanding of the City of Brookshire history, structure, objectives, programs, and financial needs. 

  • Grant Management: Track the status of submitted grants, maintain a database of funding sources and grant outcomes, and manage reporting requirements for awarded grants.

  • Liaison: Serve as a point of contact between the city and funding agencies, maintaining strong relationships and ensuring compliance with grant requirements.

  • Support Development Projects: Assist with other economic and community development projects as assigned by the Mayor and Council.

  • Other Duties: Perform additional tasks and responsibilities as directed by the Mayor and Council.

  Qualifications:

  • Education: High School Diploma Required; Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Public Administration, or a related field preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted. 

  • Experience: Experience in government or nonprofit sectors or experience in grant writing, proposal development, and fundraising is preferred. Development of budgets is a plus.

  • Skills: o Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills. o Strong research and analytical abilities. o Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and grant management software.

  • Attributes: Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and capable of working both independently and as part of a team.

  Benefits:

  • Competitive salary with experience.

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance.

  • Retirement plan.

  • Paid time off and holidays.

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