Hiring: Police Recruit Company: City of Odessa, Texas Location: Odessa, TX Job Posted Time: 2026-09-17 11:38:19 About the job Experience: •20 years or older. •20 years of age and attain the age of 21 prior to the completion of the next scheduled OPD Academy. •At least 20 years or older. •At least 20 years of age and attain the age of 21 prior to the completion of the next scheduled OPD Academy. Required Skills: •Assists in various department operations. •May work rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays. •Supports the departmental operations with regular and timely attendance. •Supports the relationship between the City of Odessa and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned. Qualifications: •Safe work practices, occupational hazards and safety precautions. •Geography, roads, and landmarks of City and surrounding areas. •Skill In Maintaining academic and professional standards in accordance with OPD policies. •Following verbal and written instruction. •Reading and understanding training materials and completing written, physical, and skills testing. •Learning and applying training materials and training instructions. •Communicating effectively verbally and in writing. •Demonstrated capacity to Read/write and understand oral instruction. •To work rotating shifts, weekends and holidays. •A valid Texas State Driver's License is required. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!