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Police Officer Trainee FY26
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City of Dallas Position Purpose This is a temporary trainee classification used to qualify and train candidates under-filling permanent Police Officer positions. Participates in a Qualifying Training Program to learn, through formal classroom instruction, the basic police procedures, techniques, and laws required to perform the duties of a Dallas Police Officer. Responsibilities
Attends a 32-week Basic Training Course at the Dallas Police Academy, which will provide classroom and field instruction in basic police procedures, techniques, and laws. After passing the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Basic Peace Officer Licensing Examination, will receive additional training in Dallas Police Department specific courses including Dallas City Code (city ordinances), and other real life police situations and functions. Performs other related duties, including special projects, as requested or required. Regular, reliable and punctual attendance is an essential function of the job. Minimum Qualifications Applicants for trainee police officer must:
be at least 19.5 years of age and not have reached 45 years of age on the date the civil service written examination is given; have demonstrated safe driving habits and be qualified to drive a motor vehicle in Texas; for any completed military service, a designation of honorable discharge as indicated on separation documents provided by the military; and meet one of the following qualifications: a minimum of 45 semester hours college credit with a C average or better from an accredited college or university; a minimum of 36 months of full time certified law enforcement experience (from date of receipt of license) with a city, county, or state law enforcement agency and be currently employed or separated from the agency for no more than four months prior to the date of application; an active, valid Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Basic Peace Officer license; or a minimum of 36 months active service in the Armed Forces of the United States with an honorable discharge as indicated on separation documents provided by the military. Additional Department Requirements
No felony or class A misdemeanor convictions No class B misdemeanor convictions within the last ten (10) years Must have valid driver's license with good driving record. Must possess the physical/medical health to adequately perform the duties of a Police Officer Exam Description Exam covers map reading, reading comprehension, prioritization, probability, vocabulary and word use, mathematics, sentence clarity, and character comparison. Time Limit Three (3) hours Practice Test https://neogov.testgenius.com/application/user-registration.html?dallas-DPD%20Police%20Officer%20Trainee%20Practice%20Exam Supplemental Information Dallas Police Department Process Phase I Once candidates pass the Civil Service process, they will be contacted and referred to the Dallas Police Department Recruiting Unit to continue the process (Physical readiness test, Document completion/verification, Polygraph, Applicant Interview Board) In-Person Testing Once you have been notified that you have passed the Civil Service process, you will be scheduled for in-person testing. In-person testing consists of the following steps:
Physical Readiness Test Document completion/verification Polygraph Applicant Interview Board Physical Readiness Test Applicants must bring appropriate athletic training clothes (no tank tops), running shoes, small towel, snacks, and drinking water in a small bag to testing. Background Investigation Applicants who pass all the previous steps proceed to the background investigation. Applicants must submit a complete, detailed, and accurate Personal History Statement.
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Police Officer Trainee FY26
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City of Dallas Position Purpose This is a temporary trainee classification used to qualify and train candidates under-filling permanent Police Officer positions. Participates in a Qualifying Training Program to learn, through formal classroom instruction, the basic police procedures, techniques, and laws required to perform the duties of a Dallas Police Officer. Responsibilities
Attends a 32-week Basic Training Course at the Dallas Police Academy, which will provide classroom and field instruction in basic police procedures, techniques, and laws. After passing the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Basic Peace Officer Licensing Examination, will receive additional training in Dallas Police Department specific courses including Dallas City Code (city ordinances), and other real life police situations and functions. Performs other related duties, including special projects, as requested or required. Regular, reliable and punctual attendance is an essential function of the job. Minimum Qualifications Applicants for trainee police officer must:
be at least 19.5 years of age and not have reached 45 years of age on the date the civil service written examination is given; have demonstrated safe driving habits and be qualified to drive a motor vehicle in Texas; for any completed military service, a designation of honorable discharge as indicated on separation documents provided by the military; and meet one of the following qualifications: a minimum of 45 semester hours college credit with a C average or better from an accredited college or university; a minimum of 36 months of full time certified law enforcement experience (from date of receipt of license) with a city, county, or state law enforcement agency and be currently employed or separated from the agency for no more than four months prior to the date of application; an active, valid Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Basic Peace Officer license; or a minimum of 36 months active service in the Armed Forces of the United States with an honorable discharge as indicated on separation documents provided by the military. Additional Department Requirements
No felony or class A misdemeanor convictions No class B misdemeanor convictions within the last ten (10) years Must have valid driver's license with good driving record. Must possess the physical/medical health to adequately perform the duties of a Police Officer Exam Description Exam covers map reading, reading comprehension, prioritization, probability, vocabulary and word use, mathematics, sentence clarity, and character comparison. Time Limit Three (3) hours Practice Test https://neogov.testgenius.com/application/user-registration.html?dallas-DPD%20Police%20Officer%20Trainee%20Practice%20Exam Supplemental Information Dallas Police Department Process Phase I Once candidates pass the Civil Service process, they will be contacted and referred to the Dallas Police Department Recruiting Unit to continue the process (Physical readiness test, Document completion/verification, Polygraph, Applicant Interview Board) In-Person Testing Once you have been notified that you have passed the Civil Service process, you will be scheduled for in-person testing. In-person testing consists of the following steps:
Physical Readiness Test Document completion/verification Polygraph Applicant Interview Board Physical Readiness Test Applicants must bring appropriate athletic training clothes (no tank tops), running shoes, small towel, snacks, and drinking water in a small bag to testing. Background Investigation Applicants who pass all the previous steps proceed to the background investigation. Applicants must submit a complete, detailed, and accurate Personal History Statement.
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