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Job Title: Motorcycle Officer

Reports to: Traffic Sergeant

Department: Police

Police Motorcycle Officers serve the community by patrolling assigned areas to prevent crime, enforce state and local laws, protect life and property, make arrests, respond to calls for service, and conduct preliminary investigations. Officers assigned to the Motorcycle Unit perform specialized duties, including high visibility traffic enforcement, traffic crash investigation, dignitary and funeral escorts, special event operations, and proactive patrol activities.

Motorcycle Officers are expected to operate independently, exercise a high degree of judgment and discretion, and represent the Police Department in a professional manner. Frequent interaction with the public requires these officers to serve as ambassadors of the department while promoting traffic safety, community trust, and public confidence.

The following physical activities and approximate percentages of time required are representative of the position:

• Sitting: up to 75%
• Walking: up to 75%
• Bending: up to 75%
• Standing: up to 50%
• Reaching: up to 50%
• Running: up to 10%
• Lifting, carrying, or moving objects weighing up to fifty (50) pounds: up to 10%
• Pushing or pulling heavy objects, including but not limited to restrained or resisting individuals: up to 10%

The Police Motorcycle Officer must be able to perform the following essential job duties effectively and professionally, with or without reasonable accommodation.

1. Meet the Essential Job Duties of a Police Officer.
2. Be available to work all hours of the day, including call-out hours and specialized assignments.
3. Conduct high-visibility traffic enforcement and proactive patrol operations.
4. Enforce traffic laws and municipal ordinances to reduce crashes and enhance roadway safety.
5. Investigate traffic crashes, including serious injury and fatality collisions.
6. Perform escort duties for funerals, parades, and dignitary movements.
7. Support special events, community functions, and public safety initiatives.
8. Prepare detailed reports, citations, and related documentation.
9. Maintain assigned motorcycle, safety equipment, and uniforms in accordance with departmental standards.
10. Represent the department professionally during public contacts and community engagements.

1. Must be a citizen of the United States.
2. Must possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
3. Must be currently licensed as a peace officer by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) and meet all applicable local ordinance requirements.
4. Must have a minimum of two (2) years of full-time law enforcement experience with a municipality of comparable size and call volume, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
5. Must successfully complete and maintain satisfactory results from all required background investigations and pre-employment screenings, including but not limited to a physical examination, psychological evaluation, and drug screening.
6. Must possess and maintain a valid Texas Class C or higher driver’s license with a Motorcycle (M) endorsement and maintain an acceptable driving record throughout employment.

1. Ability to meet established performance standards and competently perform all essential duties and responsibilities of a patrol officer.
2. Ability to function effectively in emergency and high-stress situations; to analyze rapidly evolving circumstances; and to respond quickly, calmly, and appropriately with due regard for safety, hazards, and prevailing conditions.
3. Ability to maintain punctual and regular attendance and to work weekends, holidays, rotating shifts, and overtime as required, including the ability to respond in person to emergency incidents.
4. Effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear, accurate, and thorough reports and documentation.
5. Ability to speak, read, write, and comprehend the English language, including the ability to communicate effectively with the public and deliver presentations when required.
6. Ability to establish and maintain effective, cooperative, and professional working relationships with City employees, elected officials, and representatives of local, state, and federal agencies.
7. Demonstrated working knowledge of the department’s patrol areas and surrounding jurisdictions.
8. Working knowledge of department-issued equipment, including the ability to conduct inspections and perform light routine maintenance as required.
9. Ability to understand, interpret, and comply with all Department and City policies, procedures, and directives, including adherence to the established chain of command.
10. Ability to accurately maintain logs, activity reports, and other required records in a timely and organized manner.
11. Ability to promote and maintain a professional work environment that fosters inclusiveness, teamwork, camaraderie, and mutual respect.

1. Ability to transition efficiently from extended seated positions to standing, walking, or running as required during law enforcement operations.
2. Ability to maintain composure and effectively perform assigned duties when exposed to traumatic or critical incidents.
3. Ability to work extended or irregular hours, including prolonged periods without scheduled breaks, as operational needs require.
4. Ability to perform duties in extreme weather conditions while wearing required duty uniforms and protective equipment.
5. Sufficient visual acuity, including close, distant, and peripheral vision; depth perception; and the ability to adjust focus, to safely and effectively perform job duties.
6. Ability to perform essential job functions effectively under high levels of stress and emergency conditions.