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Job Description
Job Posting Closing on: Thursday, October 31, 2024
The City of Fort Worth is the 12th largest city in the U.S. and the fastest growing among large cities. Fort Worth has received multiple accolades, including number one Downtown (Livability), and the second-best City in the nation for Job Seekers (Forbes). Our employees serve the needs of over 900,000 residents. We are seeking individuals that reflect our values of exceptional customer experience, mutual respect, embracing our diversity, continuous improvement, ethical behavior, and accountability.
THE CITY OF FORT WORTH
POLICE TRAINEE PROGRAM NEEDS YOU!
Earn $4,628 per month (while in Police Academy Training)
Earn $5,549 per month ($67,932 annually upon graduation)
*amounts stated above are approximate
APPLY TODAY!
Online Applications accepted: August 1, 2024, through October 31, 2024
TEST DATES:
January 8, 9, 10, and 11, 2025. Multiple testing times will be offered during that week.
(Inclement Weather/Backup dates: January 13, 14, 15, 16, 2025. These dates will be determined based on severe weather that requires closure of city facilities only. Candidates will be contacted ahead scheduled testing date)
LOCATION:
Bob Bolen Public Safety Bldg., 505 W. Felix, St.,
Fort Worth, TX. 76115
Must provide a valid email address and phone number to receive test notifications.
APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS:
EDUCATION: High school diploma; (or GED Certificate, plus 12 semester hours, with a “C” average, from an accredited college or university).
CITIZENSHIP: Must be a U. S. Citizen at the time of application. (Must be able to read and write the English Language).
AGE: 20 - 44 years of age; (Must be 20 years of age and not be 45 years of age by the last date of the entry-level test - January 11, 2025.
LICENSE: Must present a valid and current driver’s license and possess an acceptable driving record.
ADDITIONAL EXAM POINTS: Additional points up to a maximum of five (5) cumulative points shall be added to a passing exam score as follows:
- CADETS: Two (2) points for graduates of the Fort Worth Police Department’s Cadet Program.
- EDUCATION: Five (5) points for Bachelor’s degree (or higher). Education will be verified by Human Resources after the exam.
- VETERAN: Five (5) points for military veteran candidates with Honorable Discharge per DD-214. In order to receive veteran points, you must email your DD214 showing character of service (Member 4 or equivalent) to CCCTesting@fortworthtexas.gov no later than 9:00 a.m., Tuesday, January 7, 2025. Please include your name and best contact number in the email. DD214s will not be accepted on the day of the examination.
Once your information has been properly submitted online, please expect an email after posting closes (October 31, 2024) from the Fort Worth Police - Background Unit Email: backgroundunit@fortworthtexas.gov
SPECIAL NOTE:
To be selected for a Police Academy Training Class, applicants must successfully pass a written or electronic exam, physical assessment tests, a polygraph examination, an interview board, a medical examination, a psychological examination and an extensive background check.
Following the exam, if you receive a passing score, your name will be added to the Police Trainee Program eligibility list and may remain on the list for one year or until the list is exhausted.
Accommodations:
Applicants who may need an ADA reasonable accommodation must contact the Human Resources Department at (817) 392-7751 or email backgroundunit@fortworthtexas.gov with supporting documentation by December 6, 2024, so that the requested accommodation can be evaluated and arrangements can be made. An accommodation may be provided if the request is supported by appropriate documentation, is reasonable, and does not constitute an undue hardship. If the City does not receive notification and appropriate documentation by December 6, 2024 the City may still provide, but is not obligated to provide, a reasonable accommodation.
For a review of all minimum standards for becoming a Police Officer, please see Chapter 5 of the following link:
- https://www.fortworthtexas.gov/departments/hr/administration/prr/civilservice
PLEASE BE ADVISED: The Civil Service Police Trainee exam will be a live in-person exam. Qualified applicants will be required to report in person on their assigned date and time.
Conditions of Employment
The City of Fort Worth is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is the policy and practice of the City to recruit, hire, train and promote a diverse workforce without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or another non-merit factor.
The City of Fort Worth is committed to full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application or interview process and to perform essential job functions.
Candidates who do not meet the Education requirement, may be considered if they have more relevant work experience than the position requires. Those selected for employment will be required to pass Pre-Employment checks depending on the position requirements. Those could include, but are not limited to: criminal background check, drug screen, education verification, etc. criminal convictions will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Employees are paid by direct deposit only. -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Fort Worth
Show moreThe Community
The City of Cowboys & Culture is known for its Texas hospitality. The stunning and sprawling City of
Fort Worth is one of the fastest-growing cities in the U.S. And it’s no wonder — With great neighborhoods, scenic terrain and a rich history of arts and culture, paired with world-class opportunities for business and education, it’s not only fun to visit Fort Worth, it’s even more rewarding to call it home.Fort Worth truly offers all the benefits and amenities of a bustling metropolitan city, while keeping the small- town charm that keeps it unpretentious and charismatic in all the right ways. Designated as one of America’s “Most Livable Communities” by the Partners for Livable Communities, the city truly offers a melting pot of culture, commerce, community and yes, cowboys.
There are over a dozen remarkable districts full of treasured history among modern luxuries and unique places to have fun, making it the No. 1 tourist destination in Texas and welcoming more than 9.4 million visitors annually.
Being one of the fastest-growing among large cities in the country, Fort Worth has received multiple accolades, including number one downtown (Livability), and the second-best City in the nation for job seekers (Forbes). Our employees serve the needs of over 900,000 residents representing culturally diverse communities.
Exciting Growth & Future Development
One of the most fascinating aspects of the City of Fort Worth is its almost unprecedented growth over the past several years. Both in terms of population and industry, and as the 12th largest city in the United States, Fort Worth is truly booming — which presents both challenges and opportunities to truly develop this city in the right way. Every 30 minutes a new person moves to Fort Worth, so we’re looking for candidates who can embrace an evergrowing and changing environment and improve on it with solutions that work for the entire community of Fort Worth.
Mission
We are working together to build a strong community that others can look to as a pillar of unity and excellence. Through grassroots efforts within the community, and large scale construction and transportation plans that continue to add the infra- structure a growing city like Fort Worth needs, we’ll provide the public services our community requires to continually cultivate the unique city we call home.
Vision
Fort Worth’s vision is to be the most livable and best managed city in the country. We’ll do this by taking care of our citizens, implementing the highest quality standards in our schools, continually improving the neighborhoods we thrive in and the facets of the city that make our town so unique.
Benefits That Are Well Worth It
The City of Fort Worth continues to be dedicated to its employees’ well-being by providing competitive health benefits, a well-rounded wellness program and a Zero Accident Philosophy® workplace. All regular full-time employees and those employees who work 30–39 hours per week are eligible for all City of Fort Worth Benefits. Part-time employees who work 20–29 hours per week are eligible for dental, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, flexible spending accounts, 457 Deferred Compensation plan and other voluntary benefits.
Medical Program
The City offers two plan options through Meritain Health, an Aetna company.
The Health Center Plan – Offers employees and their family’s
primary health care services that are 100% completely free and unlimited. Employees can visit any one of the three City of Fort Worth Employee Health Centers and receive guaranteed same or next day appointments for sick visits. Also, services are available at any one of the five satellite locations that serves employees across the city.
The Consumer Choice Plan – Is offered to employees at no cost or low monthly premiums to cover eligible dependents and provides the financial benefits of a Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Preventative services are covered at 100% on both plans.
• Prescription Drug coverage including mail order pharmacy are also included.Vacation
Eligible for 3 weeks of vacation: After successful completion of probationary period (usually
6 months), employees may take time off for rest, relaxation, vacation, illness, religious observances, and personal business.Holidays
Available on the first day of employment, the city provides employees with paid holidays, including two personal holidays.
Wellness Program
The city’s Healthy Challenge Wellness Program rewards all full-time, benefit-eligible employees on the city’s health insurance. The Healthy Challenge Program utilizes a points system. Participants may earn points throughout the year (Jan. 1-Dec. 15) for completing specific program activities and participants can redeem points at the end of the year for a cash reward. By participating, individuals can earn $150, $200 or $250 by accumulating program points.
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