Police Officer

Police Officer

City of Forney NOTICE OF CIVIL SERVICE TESTING FOR Police Officers TESTING DATE: Saturday, July 18, 2026 Preference given to TCOLE Certified Officers Annual Salary (police officer, TCOLE certified): $81,681.51 Salary after a one-year probationary period (police officer, TCOLE certified): $85,765.59 Study Guide Available for purchase at:

This position performs police work involving the protection of life and property, the enforcement of laws, the investigation of crime, and other duties related to crime, disorder, and quality of life issues.

• Answers calls for service, to include: disturbances, burglaries, suspicious circumstances, traffic crashes, etc.
• Patrols are assigned geographical areas of the city in order to respond to calls for service, proactively patrol, enforce laws, and address problems.
• When assigned to specialized positions or duties, they fulfill all duties required of that specialized position as directed. For example, officers may be assigned to:
• Conduct Internal Affairs Investigations
• Perform Crime Prevention duties such as home and building security surveys, attend community meetings and represent the Department, and provide educational presentations to the public
• Prepare operational plans for City-wide and Special events
• Partner with representatives from faith-based organizations and the private sector to improve Hometown Security (e.g. review and assist in developing emergency response plans for facilities)
• Using the Department's social media platforms, interact with the public through posts, messaging, and educational information
• Writes reports and completes forms, including incident and accident reports.
• Conducts traffic enforcement; directs traffic in congested areas as needed.
• Renders medical aid to persons as able.
• Testifies in judicial proceedings when necessary.
• Conducts crime scene investigations to identify and gather important evidence; secures evidence for processing.
• Investigates assigned cases; interviews victims, witnesses, and suspects; prepares required reports.
• Secures and executes search warrants; conducts searches.
• Secures and executes arrest warrants.
• Assists with internal affairs investigations as assigned.
• Assists other departmental units and other law enforcement agencies as requested.
• Performs public service duties, such as assisting lost and stranded motorists, entering locked cars, providing transportation to citizens in need, etc.
• Arrests and takes prisoners into custody; processes persons arrested.
• Inspects all issued equipment, including weapons and patrol cars; monitors patrol car maintenance.
• Attends training required by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement, the Department, or the supervisor.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Meet all requirements to be eligible for certification as a peace officer from the Texas Commission On Law Enforcement (TCOLE); preference may be given to TX licensed peace officers for lateral entry.
• High School Diploma or GED
• Possession of a valid Class "C" Driver's License issued by the State of Texas.
• Copy of DD214 showing the type of discharge, if applicable
• Must be at least 21 years of age.

Preferences

Preference given to TCOLE Certified Officers Study Guide Available for purchase at:

Employee Benefits

Medical Insurance The city is self-insured and offers a choice of four medical plans through United Healthcare:

• $6,000 Deductible HSA Plan (up to a $3,000 HRA reimbursement + HSA City Contributions)
• $2,500 Deductible EPO Plan

Employee health coverage goes into effect the first day of the month following 30 days of employment. Coverage is available to all full-time employees at group rates.

Dental Insurance The city offers a dental plan through United Healthcare Dental:

• UHC DPPO

Coverage is available to all full-time employees at group rates.

Life Insurance Basic group life insurance protection is provided to eligible full-time employees in the amount of two times the annual salary as recorded at the beginning of each year. Voluntary products are also available to full-time employees and include supplemental life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, cancer insurance, and critical care.

Other City Paid Plans

• Teladoc -All full-time employees have access to TELADOC
• Short Term Disability – Provided to all full-time employees at no cost through NY Life.
• Long Term Disability – Provided to all full-time employees at no cost through NY Life.

Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) All employees appointed to positions designated to work 1,000 hours or more per year must participate in the Texas Municipal Retirement System. TMRS is a qualified tax deferred retirement plan under Section 401 of the IRS. Seven percent of gross earnings are deducted each payroll as a pre-tax deduction and deposited into the member account. When an employee becomes vested and retires, the city provides 2-to-1 matching contributions.

Additional Group Benefits Other benefits are:

• Deferred Compensation plan
• Direct deposit
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Personal leave
• Sick leave
• Social Security
• Health Savings Account
• Employee Assistance Program