Police Officer - CERTIFIED Job Rowlett area,Texas USA,Government

Position: Police Officer - CERTIFIED ONLY

Description

The Rowlett Police Department is now accepting applications for the position of Certified Police Officer. Must be TCOLE certified at the time of application.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance
Life insurance (2x salary up to $150,000)
Long-term and short-term disability
Flexible spending account
20-year retirement plan with the Texas Municipal Retirement System
5-year vesting and a 2:1 City match
Vacation – 2 weeks during the first year, 3 weeks after the first year
Sick leave – 2 weeks per year
Employee Assistance Program
Longevity pay

Step Pay Plan (FY2026)

Entry: $82,950.00
Step 1: $86,135.54
Step 2: $90,413.99
Step 3: $94,655.63
Step 4: $98,897.27
Step 5: $
Step 6: $

Lateral pay up to step 3 ($94,655.63) will be considered for those with qualifying experience.

Position Overview

Under supervision, performs a variety of duties to an assigned area of responsibility such as identifying and apprehending criminal violators; controls and maintains public order and safety; performs related duties as required.

Minimum Requirements

Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) certification required at the time of application.

Successful completion of a TCOLE Basic Course in Applied Police Science (Police Academy) AND
Passing score on the TCOLE Peace Officer licensing exam AND
Passing score as outlined by the City of Rowlett standards on physical assessment (18 push-ups, 25 sit-ups, a 1.5-mile run in 16 minutes or less, and a 300-meter run in 77 seconds or less.)

Other Requirements

Valid Texas Class "C" Driver's License; maintain a good driving record per City standards; report traffic citations within two working days of receipt.
Vision 20/20, correctable to 20/20.
Must pass a background investigation, psychological exam (if required under TCOLE standards), oral interview by Interviewing Board, physical exam, and physical assessment.
Must be able to work rotating shifts including weekends.

Work Schedule

Offering a 4-day work week with standard business hours of 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., depending on departmental schedules.

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