Police Recruit

About the role

The City of Allen is currently accepting applications for Police Officer - Recruit. This recruitment cycle is being conducted for an examination scheduled on September 19, 2026. Applicants must review all eligibility requirements and ensure availability on the designated testing date. If you can not attend testing on September 19, 2026, wait for the next opening.

Responsibilities

• Promotes a secure environment by patrolling, on car, by foot and on bike, the City and assigned districts, deterring crime by presence, assisting in high risk situations, providing special surveillance operations, taking reports, operating Police equipment, enforcing State and local laws and City ordinances, subduing combative or uncooperative citizens, making lawful arrests and keeping the peace on civil scenes.
• Enforces traffic laws by patrolling roadways, responding to calls from Dispatch Center, observing violations and making traffic stops, searching vehicles in probable cause is found, issuing citations or verbal warnings and filing reports.
• Reports on motor vehicle accidents by responding to accidents, clearing the road way, interviewing involved parties, observing and recording evidence at the scene, interpreting and drawing conclusions from evidence, making an overall assessment of the incident, taking appropriate actions, issuing citations and filing reports.
• Investigates crimes by responding to calls for service, interviewing witnesses, victims and suspects, gathering and documenting evidence, submitting evidence, filing reports, issuing citations, taking suspects into custody, and filing charges through the District Attorney's office.
• Maintains positive community relations by answering citizens' questions and providing various other forms of civic service and assistance for citizens, by surveying the public to evaluate problem areas and specific needs and questioning citizens for their opinions on Police matters.

Requirements

• Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree with a GPA of 2.0 or higher OR At least 4 years of active-duty Military with an honorable discharge OR Current Allen PD employee with at least 2 years civilian experience with 30 college credits and GPA of 2.0 or higher.
• Certification & Other Requirements: Must possess a current and valid Driver's License and/or be able to obtain a Texas Driver's License before employment. Must be eligible for certification from TCOLE (Texas Commission on Law Enforcement).
• Special Requirements: Must be at least 21 years of age. Must be able to pass required pre-employment screenings, CJIS and fingerprint check, and have the ability to comply with state and federal requirements for Criminal Justice Information Security standards.

Qualifications

• Must be a citizen of the United States.
• Must read, write, and fluently speak the English language.
• Must meet one of the educational requirements: Bachelor’s degree with a GPA of 2.0 or higher, 4 years of active-duty Military experience with an honorable discharge, or Current Allen PD employee with at least 2 years civilian experience with 30 college credits and GPA of 2.0 or higher.
• Must have a bachelor’s degree with a GPA of 2.0 or higher or 4 years of active-duty Military experience with an honorable discharge or Current Allen PD employee with at least 2 years civilian experience with 30 college credits and GPA of 2.0 or higher.
• Must have been honorably discharged from any and all active duty military service or provide proof of acceptable military re-enlistment eligibility if prior service is uncharacterized.
• Must have current and valid motor vehicle operator's license.
• Must not have been convicted of or received deferred adjudication for any offense of family violence.
• Must not have been on court-ordered community supervision or probation for any criminal offense above the grade of a Class B misdemeanor or a Class B misdemeanor within the last ten years from the date of the court order.
• Must not have ever been convicted of an offense above the grade of a Class B misdemeanor.
• Must not have been convicted of a Class B misdemeanor within the last ten years.
• Must not have any criminal charges pending or under indictment for any criminal offense.
• Must not be currently on court-ordered community service or probation for any criminal offense.
• Must not have excessive traffic tickets or accidents.
• Must not have had a license issued by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement revoked or suspended.
• Must be of good moral character.
• Must be able to work shift work, holidays and weekends.
• Must have the ability to read and comprehend training materials, departmental policy, rules, regulations, laws and ordinances.
• Must have the ability to establish effective working relationships with other employees, law enforcement, and the public.

Skills

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Physical fitness and stamina to perform the job requirements.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Retirement plan with employer contributions.
• Flexible work schedule.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Employee assistance program.

Pay

FULL SALARY RANGE: $3,504.08 BIWEEKLY

Schedule

Shift work, holidays and weekends.