Police Officer

Essential DutiesPolice Officers are responsible for protecting life and property by:Patrolling assigned areas by foot or vehicleResponding to emergency and non-emergency callsPreventing crime and enforcing state and local lawsInvestigating incidents and assisting with criminal investigationsMaking arrests and securing crime scenesDirecting traffic and assisting during accidents or emergenciesProviding first aid when necessaryMaintaining positive relationships with the communityReporting suspicious activity and public hazardsAssisting with crowd control and public eventsPreferred QualificationsPreference may be given to applicants who are:Bilingual (English and Spanish)Currently licensed peace officersIf you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career dedicated to public service, we encourage you to apply and become part of the City of Pharr Police Department. (Noon) on Friday, August 28, 2026.Required Uploads:Valid Texas Driver License (to verify minimum age requirement)DD-214 showing an Honorable Discharge (if requesting military preference points)For assistance with uploading documents, contact the Police Department Recruitment Team at (956) 402-4700, Option 9.Study Guide:Once your online application is complete and your Driver License has been uploaded, you may request a study guide by emailing civilservice@pharr-tx.gov.

PLEASE READ ALL THE INFORMATION BELOWCity of Pharr Police DepartmentEntry-Level Peace Officer ExaminationThe City of Pharr Civil Service Commission will administer an Entry-Level Peace Officer Written Examination on:Date: Thursday, September 3, 2026Time: 10:00 a.m.Registration: Begins at 9:15 a.m.Location:Pharr ONE Complex1121 E. Nolana LoopPharr, TX 78577Application DeadlineApplications and all required documents must be submitted online by 12:00 p.m. (Noon) on Friday, August 28, 2026.Required Uploads:Valid Texas Driver License (to verify minimum age requirement)DD-214 showing an Honorable Discharge (if requesting military preference points)For assistance with uploading documents, contact the Police Department Recruitment Team at (956) 402-4700, Option 9.Study Guide:Once your online application is complete and your Driver License has been uploaded, you may request a study guide by emailing civilservice@pharr-tx.gov.Applications received after the deadline may be accepted only if testing capacity is available.Join the City of Pharr Police DepartmentStart a rewarding career serving and protecting the City of Pharr. As a Contract Police Officer, you'll work alongside dedicated professionals committed to keeping our community safe through proactive policing and exceptional public service.Salary: $37,500.00 - $61,033.73 annuallyExcellent Benefits Include:MedicalDentalVisionPaid Time OffRetirementMinimum QualificationsApplicants must:Be a U.S. citizen by birth or naturalization.Be at least 18 years of age.Have a High School Diploma or a GED with at least 12 college credit hours and a minimum 2.0 GPA.Possess a valid Texas Driver License.Be eligible for licensing by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE).Be proficient in reading and writing English.Meet all required physical agility standards.Eligibility RequirementsApplicants must also:Have no felony convictions.Have no convictions for family violence offenses.Have no Class A or Class B misdemeanor convictions within the past 10 years.Meet all legal requirements for future TCOLE licensing.Be subject to disqualification if arrested on felony charges that affect TCOLE eligibility.May be disqualified for two or more moving traffic violations within the previous two years.Essential DutiesPolice Officers are responsible for protecting life and property by:Patrolling assigned areas by foot or vehicleResponding to emergency and non-emergency callsPreventing crime and enforcing state and local lawsInvestigating incidents and assisting with criminal investigationsMaking arrests and securing crime scenesDirecting traffic and assisting during accidents or emergenciesProviding first aid when necessaryMaintaining positive relationships with the communityReporting suspicious activity and public hazardsAssisting with crowd control and public eventsPreferred QualificationsPreference may be given to applicants who are:Bilingual (English and Spanish)Currently licensed peace officersIf you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career dedicated to public service, we encourage you to apply and become part of the City of Pharr Police Department. Must pass a thorough criminal background check due to the sensitivity of the information handled by this position.

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