NOTE: The following information applies to the application process for police officers. Non-sworn positions, such as communications specialists for Police Dispatch, are listed here under the "Police" category.

Police Officer Salary: $48,641 - $66,821 (estimated minimum annual rate)
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Click here to print the Background Packet which must be completed and turned in at time of testing: Background Packet

All applicants must provide the following documentation at time of application:

• College Transcript (college transcripts must be originals or certified copies)
• Birth Certificate (original or certified copy)
• Form DD-214 - Applicants with military service will have 5 points added to their raw test score provided they submit a DD-214 stating an Honorable discharge

The Grand Prairie Police Department has two full-time personnel officers assigned to the recruiting and background investigation functions.

They are responsible for recruiting qualified candidates for the positions of Police Officer, Detention Officer and Emergency 911 Dispatchers. This mission is achieved by attending career fairs, community events, military bases and college campuses.

The personnel officer guides the Police Officer candidate through each step of the testing process; from the initial written exam, to the final interview with the Chief of Police. During the selection process the personnel officer will be the most important person in the department to the applicant. The personnel officer will set appointments for review boards, psychological testing, polygraph examination, medical examination, and conduct the extensive background investigation into the applicants past.

The personnel officer is fair but thorough, making sure that only the most qualified men and women are commissioned as Grand Prairie Police Officers.

Kind of Examination:

• Screening for minimum qualifications
• Civil Service Examination (multiple choice)
• Character/background investigation including photography and finger printing
• Panel interview
• Polygraph examination
• Psychological evaluation
• Drug testing
• Medical examination
• 1RM bench press (push 70% of body weight)
• Leg press (2.1 X body weight)
• 1.5 mile run (15.20)

Applicants who are not certified as peace officers in the state of Texas are required to complete a 21-week police academy. Upon successful completion, police recruits will be assigned to the patrol division for 17 weeks of field training.

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