Texarkana Texas Police Department Recruiting

POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Texarkana, Texas Police Department is responsible for enforcing all state and local laws and providing for the safety of the citizens we serve. Our police officers carry out numerous law enforcement tasks including patrolling assigned areas, responding to calls for police service, investigating motor vehicle crashes, enforcing traffic laws, investigating crimes, and arresting offenders. Our officers are expected to be proactive and to build positive relationships within the community. Working in a spirit of cooperation with citizens, our officers suppress crime and resolve problems in the community, thereby making Texarkana a safer place to live, work and play.

Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must be 21 years of age or under special circumstances, 20 years of age at the time of appointment. Applicants also must possess a valid driver's license from their current state of residence, and they must possess a high school diploma or a general equivalency development certificate (GED). Applicants must be a citizen of the United States, be of good moral character, and be able to perform the essential job functions of a police officer. Other requirements and information may be found on the employment application, but each applicant must pass the Civil Service Examination and meet minimum standards relating to any criminal history, traffic violations, and previous usage of illicit drugs. A thorough background investigation will be conducted on each applicant to determine their suitability for employment.

Application Process
The Texarkana, Texas Police Department is a Civil Service employer and complies with Chapter 143 of the Texas Local Government Code. All applicants will be screened according to the following procedures:

Applications may be obtained from the City of Texarkana, Texas Personnel Office at 220 Texas Boulevard (first floor of City Hall), the Texarkana, Texas Police Department's Office of Professional Standards (on the third floor of the Bi-State Justice Building) at 100 North State Line Avenue, #16 or use the link at the right. For more information, telephone (903) 798-3116 and ask for the Office of Professional Standards or Email JOBS@texarkanapolice.net.