Reserve Police Officers

Jamaica Beach Police

Jamaica Beach Reserve Police Officers

Reports To: Chief of Police

General Description

  • Reserves are state certified peace officers authorized by Texas Local Government Code 341.012 who serve without pay and volunteer to assist the regular police officers when patrol shifts need to be filled, beach patrol assignment, and in times of disaster or emergencies.
  • Reserves have the same authority and responsibility as regular police officers.
  • Reserves supplement regular police officers to provide cost-effective professional law enforcement and crime prevention for the citizens of Jamaica Beach.
  • Reserves may serve in many capacities within the police department, including recruitment liaison, but their primary function is to provide auxiliary staffing to Patrol.
  • Depending on their level of training and experience, Reserves may be assigned to work with a regular police officer, another Reserve, or function in a solo status.
  • Reserves are expected to complete a minimum of 16 volunteer hours per month, special events and call outs.

Qualifications

  • The Jamaica Beach Police Department is seeking qualified applicants who meet the standards necessary to become a Jamaica Beach Police Reserve Officer.
  • Applicants must possess and maintain a valid Texas Peace Officer License.
  • Selection of eligible applicants to serve as Reserve Police Officers is subject to state and local rules (city policy) for appointment of peace officers.
  • Causes for disqualification are the same as for regular police officers.

Special Requirements

  • Must have a High School diploma/GED and Basic TCOLE license.
  • If there is over a 180-day break in service, a new Psychological and Physical exam will be required.  
  • Valid Texas driver's license with a good driving history.  
  • All candidates must be able to pass a background investigation.

If interested in applying, print and fill out the Personal History Statement and call or email Lieutenant Mark Posey to set an appointment to be interviewed, mposey@jamaicabeachtx.gov or 409-737-1142.