Description
POLICE OFFICER
Sansom Park Police Department
Starting Salary: $61,152
Lateral Entry Salary: $64,886.64
Officer Top-Out: $79,781.52
Additional certification and education pay available
WHO SHOULD APPLY?
SPPD welcomes applications from:
Experienced peace officers
Individuals who have completed a TCOLE-approved Basic Peace Officer Course
Individuals currently enrolled in a TCOLE-approved police academy
Whether you are preparing to begin your law enforcement career or looking for a department where your experience can make a difference, we encourage you to apply.
HELP BUILD SANSOM PARK’S NEXT CHAPTER
The Sansom Park Police Department is looking for officers who want to do police work, serve their community, and be part of a team focused department moving forward.
SPPD is a small agency where officers have the opportunity to make an immediate impact. Our officers are not just answering calls. They are expected to be proactive, develop relationships within the community, support one another, and take ownership of the city they serve.
We are building a culture centered on professionalism, accountability, officer development, proactive policing, and treating people with dignity and respect.
If you want to be part of a department where your work matters and where you can help shape what comes next, we want to hear from you.
WHY SANSOM PARK?
TPCA Accredited Department
12-hour patrol shifts
Small-agency environment where officers can make an impact
Opportunities for specialized assignments and professional development
Beards and tattoos are welcome within department standards
Certification and education incentive pay
TMRS retirement
Employee health insurance premium paid by the City
Modern policing programs and technology
Supportive community and city leadership
POSITION SUMMARY
Police Officers enforce local, state, and federal laws within the City of Sansom Park and respond to emergency and non-emergency calls for service.
Officers conduct proactive patrol, investigate criminal activity and traffic crashes, make arrests, issue citations, conduct traffic enforcement, investigate crime scenes, prepare reports, transport prisoners, and perform other law-enforcement duties necessary to protect the community.
Patrol Officers work varied 12-hour shifts that include days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Because Sansom Park is a smaller department, officers may also have opportunities to assist with specialized functions and assignments based upon department needs, training, experience, and interest.
Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must:
Be a United States citizen
Be at least 21 years of age
Possess a High School Diploma or GED
Be currently enrolled in, or have successfully completed, a TCOLE-approved Basic Peace Officer Course, or currently serve as a licensed Texas peace officer
Be eligible to obtain and maintain the TCOLE license and appointment required for the position
Possess a valid Texas Driver License
Have an acceptable driving history
Be of good moral character
Have an acceptable school and employment history
Successfully complete a comprehensive background investigation
Successfully complete an oral board interview
Successfully complete required physical and psychological examinations
Meet all applicable TCOLE and City of Sansom Park employment requirements
Applicants may not have:
A felony conviction
A Class A misdemeanor conviction
A misdemeanor conviction or deferred adjudication above a Class C misdemeanor within the preceding 10 years
A DWI conviction within the preceding 10 years
Current court-ordered community supervision or probation
Monthly Certification Pay
Intermediate Peace Officer: $50
Advanced Peace Officer: $100
Master Peace Officer: $150
Monthly Education Pay
Associate's Degree: $50
Bachelor's Degree: $100
Master's Degree: $150
Come do meaningful police work and help us build what comes next in Sansom Park.
