Police Trainee
City of Fort Worth · Fort Worth, TX · 2 days ago
Information Technology$5k/moFull-time
About the role
The City of Fort Worth Police Trainee Program offers a paid training path to become a sworn police officer. Trainees earn approximately $5,460 per month during the Police Academy and approximately $6,725 per month ($80,709 annually) upon graduation.
Requirements
- High school diploma; or GED Certificate plus 12 semester hours with a “C” average from an accredited college or university
- Must be a U.S. citizen at the time of application and able to read and write English
- Age 20–50 (must be at least 20 and not yet 51 by the last date of the entry-level test)
- Valid and current driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
Additional Exam Points
- Veteran: up to 5 points for honorable discharge (DD-214 required by 9:00 a.m., Tuesday, November 3, 2026; email to CCCTesting@fortworthtexas.gov)
- Education: up to 5 points for a bachelor’s degree or higher
- Cadets: 2 points for graduates of the Fort Worth Police Department’s Cadet Program
Selection Process
To be selected for a Police Academy Training Class, applicants must successfully complete:
- Written or electronic exam
- Physical assessment tests
- Polygraph examination
- Interview board
- Medical examination
- Psychological examination
- Extensive background check
Passing candidates are placed on the Police Trainee Program eligibility list for up to one year or until the list is exhausted.
Accommodations
Applicants needing an ADA reasonable accommodation must contact HR_FMLA@fortworthtexas.gov with supporting documentation by October 12, 2026.