Police Officer

POSTING DATE: , 2012

JOB TITLE: Police Officer/Police Cadet

STARTING SALARY: $36,138/yr Police Officer

BRIEF DESCRIPTION AND QUALIFICATIONS:

THE STEPHENVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT is currently accepting applications for the position of LICENSED POLICE OFFICER to fill one (1) position. Police Officer applicants must be 21 years or older and currently TCLEOSE certified, or certified prior to hire. A high school diploma or GED is required. Completion of an application and testing is required for all applicants.

TESTING: Testing is scheduled for Saturday, , 2012 at 8:00am at 1000 Airport Road, Stephenville, TX 76401. Testing will include completion of a physical fitness test and a written test. Please dress appropriately for the testing. A Study Guide is available for purchase but is not necessary or required to take the test.

Position(s):Closed

CONTACT: Applications will be accepted and are available at City Hall, 298 W. Washington, Stephenville, Texas 76401, or online at www.ci.stephenville.tx.us or www.stephenvillepolice.org. APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 5:00 P.M. WEDNESDAY , 2012.


Reserve/Regular Police Officer Applicant Process:

Phase 1:

  • Complete and return City application.
  • Complete written exam and complete physical agility test
  • Obstacle Course and Dummy Drag
  • Those with passing scores will be provided with Personal History form for Phase 2.

Phase 2:

  • Applicants submit completed Personal History packet and required documents including a hand written autobiography.

Phase 3:

  • Applicants undergo a comprehensive background investigation.

Phase 4:

  • Oral interview with administration staff.

Phase 5:

  • Conditional Job Offer
  • Polygraph
  • Psychological evaluation
  • Medical Evaluation

Benefits*:

  • Salary: $36,138 Officer Monthly Average
  • 100% Employee Paid Medical/Hospitalization/Dental
  • Retirement(20 Years)
  • Vacation(2 weeks per year, 3 weeks after 10 years)
  • Sick Days(10 days)
  • Holidays(11 days per year)
  • Uniforms and leather gear and Firearm provided
  • Limited tuition reimbursement

*The above benefits are those currently offered by the City of Stephenville, and are subject to change. To see a more detailed explanation of benefits visit the City of Stephenville, Texas website.*


© 1997-2012 Sgt. Sha King