Police Officer

Police Officer – Non-Certified (Recruit)

The City of Sugar Land is inviting professionals who are interested in a full‑time law enforcement position as a Police Officer – Non-Certified (Recruit) to apply to join our amazing City!

The City of Sugar Land is located on the southwest side of Houston and is one of the fastest growing communities in the state. With a population of 111,000+, Sugar Land has been repeatedly ranked as one of America’s safest cities in the past ten years. Sugar Land boasts a diverse population, entertainment venues and a vibrant business community. The Sugar Land Police Department is a CALEA accredited department of 180 sworn officers with opportunities for specialized assignments and training.

We have an informal work environment but are serious about what we do. We believe that happy, diverse and talented employees add value to the City. We do our best to hire friendly, professional people who work hard and play well with others. We also promote a healthy work‑life balance and personal development.

• City‑subsidized Medical and Dental Insurance with a variety of plan options
• City‑paid Basic Life Insurance @ 1x your annual salary and Long‑term Disability
• Voluntary Vision, Supplemental Life Coverage (for you and your family), Aflac indemnity plans such as Accident, Cancer, Hospitalization and Critical Illness, Short Term Disability and pre‑paid legal benefits through Legal Shield
• 13 paid holidays
• A generous vacation package with accruals starting on day 1 (up to 160 hours annually after 11 years of service)
• Paid sick leave accrual of 3.69 hours per pay period
• Paid Parental Leave – up to 6 weeks
• A robust pension plan with TMRS includes your 7% contribution with 2:1 match by the City
• You won’t contribute to Social Security, but you can further your retirement income by contributing to a Deferred Compensation (457b) plan
• Longevity pay for each month of service after your first 13 months of employment
• On‑site Wellness facilities and programming (mind, body spirit & financial preparedness)
• Access to multiple mental health benefits and resources, including a robust EAP

• Starting Pay: $64,314 ($30.92 per hour)
• Recruit pay is increased to Certified Officer Pay ($78,250) upon successful completion of the academy. Recruits will continue to progress through the Police Officer pay scale once certified. Officers earn up to $105,685 in Step 10.
• Pay for Performance Awards up to $4,000 per year
• Incentive pay for education:
  - Associate’s Degree - $600 annually
  - Bachelor’s Degree - $1,200 annually
  - Master’s Degree - $1,800 annually
• Plus, incentive pay for TCOLE Certificates:
  - TCOLE Intermediate Certificate - $600 annually
  - TCOLE Advanced Certificate - $1,200 annually
  - TCOLE Master Certificate - $1,800 annually
• Additional Incentive Pays:
  - Field Training Officer ($1,500 annually) or Field Training Coordinator ($3,000 annually)
  - SWAT or Crisis Negotiator Assignment ($1,500 annually)
• Longevity Pay - $4/month up to $1,200 annually after 13 months of employment
• Member – Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) – 7% contribution with 2:1 matching funds
• Excellent health benefits
• Uniforms, weapons and equipment provided
• 13 paid holidays annually
• 80 hours paid vacation annually (up to 160 hours at 11 years with City)
• Paid sick leave accrual of 3.69 hours per pay period
• Paid Parental Leave – up to 6 weeks
• Fitness Incentive Program (up to 80 hours Paid Leave Annually)
• Other specialty and assignment pays are available

• A Bachelor’s Degree, or an expected graduation within 180 days of submission of application, from an accredited school or university with a GPA of 2.0 or higher. The institution/program must be recognized as accredited through the U.S. Department of Education – Office of Postsecondary Education.
• OR Two years active United States Armed Forces Military Experience with an Honorable Discharge or an expected discharge within 180 days of application.
• OR The completion, or expected completion within 180 days, of a military obligation of at least 6 years (US Military Reservists).
• OR A stable job history of 5 or more years at a single employer or while…