Entry Level Police Officer Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $50,772.80 Annually
Location : Kingsville, TX
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202600075
Department: Police
Opening Date: 08/13/2026
Closing Date: 9/22/2026 5:00 AM Central
Description
Entry-Level Police Officer Testing
Date Saturday, September 26th, 2026 @ 8:30 a.m.
400 W. King Avenue Kingsville Texas 78363 (City Hall)
APPLICATION DEADLINE - Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at 5pm
Thank you for your interest in the Kingsville Police Department. The City of Kingsville Police Department is a civil service department consisting of 50 officers. Information concerning the City's hiring process is enclosed. Please read the information carefully. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as set forth by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) the Texas Local Government Code Chapter 143 and have not disqualifying events under any of the listed "Reasons for Disqualification". Responds to calls and other requests from the public for emergency assistance. Patrols community and assigned areas for any traffic and other types of violations.
Essential Job Functions Applicants are required to completely fill out an application for employment (online) and enclose copies of requested documents to the Human Resource (HR) Office. Also, applicants must keep the HR Office informed of any changes in contact information (address; phone #; etc.) and employment status. Failure to do so may result in disqualification.
Performance Measurement The application process is in six (6) phases. Listed below is a brief overview of each phase. Each phase must be successfully completed to progress to the next phase of the hiring process. The applicant may be disqualified from consideration during any phase.
APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS - ALTERNATE HIREThe application process is in six (6) phases. Listed below is a brief overview of each phase. Each phase must be successfully completed to progress to the next phase of the hiring process. The applicant may be disqualified from consideration during any phase.
PHASE 1 WRITTEN EXAMINATION - - NOT APPLICABLE FOR ALTERNATE HIRE APPLICANTS.
PHASE 2 BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION - Applicant successfully submitting application are required to complete a detailed Personal History Statement (same document from the TCOLE website). The completed statement must be returned to the HR Office by the specified date. A thorough background investigation is conducted by the Police Department.
PHASE 3 PHYSICAL AGILITY TEST - Applicants are required to complete a physical agility test when scheduled. Applicants successfully passing the physical agility test move to Phase 4 of the hiring process.
Phase 2 - Physical Agility Test
Entry- Level and Alternate Level Applicants
MalesAge:20-2930-3940-4950-5960+1.5 mile run15:1015:5216:2817.2919:151 min. push ups18139641 min. sit-ups3026221510300-meter run1:24.21:24.21:24.21:24.21:24.2
FemalesAge:20-2930-3940-4950-5960+1.5 mile run17:2118:0018:3119:3020:041 min. push ups1282101 min. sit-ups21151061300-meter run1:24.21:24.21:24.21:24.21:24.2PHASE 4 INTERVIEWS - When a vacancy exists; applicants successfully completing Phase 3 go before an Interview Board consisting of four to six members.
PHASE 5 PRE-EMPLOYMENT PHYSICAL EXAMINATION - Applicants completing all previous phases are scheduled for a physical examination conducted by a City of Kingsville authorized medical physician when a vacancy occurs in the department.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS
AGE REQUIREMENTS
Entry Level: Must be at least eighteen (18) to register to test for an entry-level police officer position. Be eligible for certification as a peace officer as established by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) by completion of the police academy. (Note: Age requirements are subject to Texas Local Government Code Chapter 143.)
EDUCATION
High School Diploma
OR
G.E.D. and completion of 12 hours at an institution of higher education with at least a 2.0 grade point average on a 4.0 scale.
OR
An honorable discharge from the United States armed forces after at least 24 months of active-duty service.
LICENSE
You must have a valid Driver's License prior to submitting your application for employment.
MILITARY SERVICE POINTS: Candidates with an "Honorable" discharge from U.S. military service are eligible for an additional 5 points added to a passing score of 70% or better on the entry-level exam. All candidates eligible for veteran's credit must provide proof of military service. A DD-214 must be submitted prior to taking exam to be eligible for points. A "General" discharge "under honorable conditions" does allow applicants to test but no military service points will be awarded.
Additional InformationREASONS FOR DISQUALIFICATION Any of the following will disqualify an applicant from further consideration at any stage of the hiring process.
1.Conviction for being under indictment for or currently charged with any felony offense.
2.Conviction for any Class "B" or above misdemeanor offense within the last 10 years preceding the date of application.
3.Conviction of any family violence offense.
4.Conviction for driving under the influence (SWI and/or DUI) within 3 years preceding the date of application.
5.Currently being on probation for any offense. For the purpose of these requirements a person is convicted for an offense with adjudication of guilt on the offense is entered against the person by a court of a competent jurisdiction or a plea of guilt is entered including situations where: a. The sentence is subsequently probated, and the person is discharged from probation b. Deferred adjudication is granted.
6.Illegal use of any controlled substance or dangerous drug other than marijuana within 2 years preceding the date of application.
7.Having illegally furnished any controlled substance or dangerous drug to another.
8.Having excessive record of traffic convictions or negligent traffic collisions within a 3-year period prior to application.
This is defined as: a.3 or more moving violations; b. Driver's license suspension for driving while intoxicated; c. A series of negligent collisions what would indicate poor driving behavior or habits whether citations were issued.
9.Having a history of failing to maintain financial responsibility without extenuating circumstances.
10.Having been discharged from any military service under less than honorable conditions including specifically a. Under other than honorable conditions b. Bad conduct c. Dishonorable or d. Any other characterization of service indicting bad character
11.Having been rejected as a witness by a criminal prosecutor for Brady violation and/or being placed on a Brady Disclosure list.
12.Having resigned or been terminated from the Kingsville Police Department within the 24 months preceding the date of application for disciplinary reason resigning to avoid suspension or discharge for having resigned during a disciplinary investigation without a final judgement being rendered.
13.Failing to cooperate fully with and keep all scheduled appointments with the Kingsville Police Department personnel involved in the hiring process; failing to provide additional personal information as needed or failing to submit information updates/changes within ten (10) days of notification; refusal to submit if requested to a polygraph exam to resolve any conflict which might arise during the hiring process.
For any questions contact HR at 400 W. King Avenue Kingsville Texas 78363; Phone (361) 595-8017 Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. e-mail us at hradmin@cityofkingsville.com or visit www.cityofkingsville.com
Advertisement The City of Kingsville offers many employee benefits to include: Health Insurance Retirement: Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) Employer matches on a ratio of 2 to 1 at retirement (20 years of service or 5 years and age 60) Deferred Comp: Nationwide and ICMA programs available for additional pre-tax contributions Vacation Leave: 120 hrs. per year Sick Leave: 120 hrs. per year Sick Leave Buyback Program Holiday Leave: 15 Holidays Longevity: $10.00 per month per year of service Uniforms: Employer provided uniforms and laundry service Certification Pay: Monthly: Intermediate PO - $40; Advanced PO - $62; Master PO - $110 Education Pay: Monthly: Associate's - $50; Bachelor's - $100; Master's - $200
Essential Job FunctionsApplicants are required to completely fill out an application for employment (online) and enclose copies of requested documents to the Human Resource (HR) Office. Also, applicants must keep the HR Office informed of any changes in contact information (address; phone #; etc.) and employment status. Failure to do so may result in disqualification.
Application Special Instructions Texas Commission on Law Enforcement - Best Practices
Authority to Release Information Waiver City of Kingsville Police Department (Name of Law Enforcement Agency) AUTHORITY TO RELEASE INFORMATION
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN:
I hereby authorize the and its authorized representatives bearing this release, or a copy thereof, within one year of its date, to obtain any information in your files pertaining to my employment, military, credit, education or medical records, including not limited to academic, achievement, attendance, athletic, personal history, and disciplinary records, medical records, and credit records..
I hereby direct you to release such information upon request of the bearer. This release is executed with full knowledge and understanding that the information is for official use. Consent is granted to all parties to furnish such information, as described above, to third parties in the course of fulfilling its official responsibilities. I hereby release you, as custodian of such records, and any school, college, university, or other educations institution, hospital, or other repository of medical records, credit bureau, lending institution, consumer reporting agency, or retail business establishment including its officers, employees, or related personnel, both individually and collectively, from any and all liability for damages of whatever kind, which may at any time result to me, my heirs, family or associates because of compliance with this authorization and request to release information, or attempt to comply with it.
I am furnishing my Social Security Account Number on a voluntary basis with the understanding such is not required by any law or regulation. I have been advised that all parties will utilize this number only to facilitate the location of employment, military, credit, and educational records concerning me in connection with this application. Should there be any question as to the validity of this release, you may contact me as indicated below:
Applicant's Printed Full Name: Address: Telephone Number: Applicant's Notarized Signature:
Sworn to and signed before me on this the _______ day of ________________in and for __________________ county in the state of ___________________. Signature of Notary Public:
NOTARY SEAL
Printed Name of Notary Public: My Commission Expires:
Disclaimer The information listed above reflects minimum standards and illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific job functions requirements or tasks does not exclude them from the job if the work is similar related or a logical extension of the work assigned.
The City of Kingsville offers AWESOME BENEFITS for Full-Time Employees....
Health Insurance - In-Network - 80% co-insurance after deductible, variable plans.
Benefits for classified Police and Fire are designated per collective bargaining agreement including the following benefits and options:
Longevity - $ 10 monthly per completed year of service
Vacation - 120 hrs. annually
Sick Leave - 80 hrs. annually & Sick Leave Pool available after 1 year
Flex Leave - accrued 4 hours added on birthday month
Holidays - 16 days annually
Retirement - TMRS City Matching 2;1 and TMRS Prior Service Credit
Life Insurance = 1 year salary to maximum of 50K
Deferred Compensation - Nationwide and Mission Square
Voluntary Insurances with AFLAC, Ameritas and Dearborn National
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