| Location | Prosper, TX |
| Salary | $84,494.27–$92,329.17 Per Year |
Sworn Police Officer (Certified)
Salary
$84,494.27 - $92,329.17 Annually
Location
Prosper Police Station, 801 Safety Way, Prosper, TX 75078, TX
Job Type
Full-Time Regular
Job Number
2026-00253
Department
Police Department
Division
Police Dept. Dispatch
Opening Date
10/02/2026
JOB SUMMARY
The Town of Prosper is currently accepting applications for:
CERTIFIED POLICE OFFICER
Entry Salary Range: $84,494.27 - $92,329.17
Lateral Entry available depending on qualifications up to step 4.
Step 1: $84,494.27
Step 2: $87,029.10
Step 3: $89,369.97
Step 4: $92,329.17
Step 5: $95,099.05
Step 6: $97,952.02
Step 7: $101,870.10
Step 8: $104,926.20
Annual Step Increases
Night Shift Differential Pay
Retirement Benefits (TMRS), 2-to-1 Match
Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits Effective Within the First 35 days of Employment
Tuition Reimbursement
Wellness Benefits
Training & Continuing Education Opportunities
Qualifications:
Acting under the general supervision of a police sergeant. This position performs law enforcement and crime prevention work; to control traffic flow and enforce State and local traffic regulations; to perform investigative work and other special assignments; and to perform a variety of technical and administrative tasks in support of the Department. This is a sworn position.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Please follow this link to review the COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Town Council has exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.
The intent of this position description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this position. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description and incumbent(s) may be required to perform position-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description.
The Town of Prosper, Texas, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Town will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with Human Resources and/or the Town Manager.
PROSPERS PURPOSE - PROSPER IS A PLACE WHERE EVERYONE MATTERS
Town of Prosper Employee Benefits
01
The following questions are relevant to the application process for Police Officer and may ask about your education, work history, military experience, criminal records, etc. Please be aware that submitting a resume in lieu of a fully completed application may deem your application as "incomplete" and may not be accepted. Any intentional falsification, misrepresentation or omissions of any information (applications, personal history statement or other department forms) will disqualify you from the process. Timely responses to background investigations is required to remain eligible in the process. Do you voluntarily accept and agree to these terms?
02
Are you a citizen of the United States of America?
03
Do you have a high school diploma or GED equivalent?
04
Are you currently 21 years of age or older?
05
Do you currently hold an active and current TCOLE Peace Officer certification? (Please list your certifications(s) on the employment application in the License/Certification section).
06
If you are not currently certified, are you in the process of receiving a TCOLE Basic Peace Officer certification?
07
If you are or were previously TCOLE certified, please enter your P.I.D. number below:
08
If you are in the process, when will you be receiving your TCOLE Peace Offer Certification?
09
Have you been convicted of a Class B or above offense within the last 10 years?
10
Have you used marijuana within the past 2 years?
11
Do you currently hold a valid Texas drivers license or are you able to obtain one by date of employment?
12
What is your highest level of education?
13
Have you ever served in the military?
14
If you served in the military, did you receive a DD214 or other military discharge document with honorable discharge or other discharge that would not bar future enlistment?
15
Do you have any criminal charges pending?
16
Have you ever been convicted of family violence?
17
Have you illegally consumed a felony grade drug within the last five years?
18
Have you ever been terminated or asked to resign from employment?
19
If you answered yes to Question #18, can you explain?
20
Are you able and willing to work evenings, weekends, and holidays?
21
Have you taken the Town of Prosper written entrance exam for the Town of Prosper within the last 12 months?
22
If previously employed in public safety - Police, Fire, or Emergency Medical Services (paid or volunteer) - have you been subject of an internal investigation related to a complaint or misconduct?
23
If you answered Yes to question #22, please explain below and disclose if you were disciplined as a result of the investigation.
Required Question
Employer Prosper, Town of (TX)
Address 250 W. First Street
Prosper, Texas, 75078
Phone 972-569-1161
972-346-2640
Website http://www.prospertx.gov