Police Hiring
These are the qualifications for eligibility as a Southlake Police Officer. The site includes information on testing requirements and job benefits.
Southlake Police Officers perform a variety of duties in the enforcement of laws, the protection of persons and property, and the prevention of crimes. They also perform specialized police work for assigned areas of responsibility.
Officers have advancement opportunities to corporal, sergeant, and lieutenant; they can also work in specialty areas such as Traffic Enforcement, Criminal Investigations, School Resource, and Community Services.
Officers may also compete to enter the Public Safety Officer program. This program offers cross-training in Emergency Medical services, firefighting, and law enforcement. When accepted into the program, officers receive the necessary training to be tri-trained; the responsibility and pay are increased for PSOs.
Starting salary is $3,356.34 per month plus benefits and annual increases are typical up to $4,379.27 per month after 10 years. Southlake is a member of the Texas Municipal Retirement System and the city matches the officers 7% contribution by 2 to 1.
- Be at least 21 years old
- Have a High School Diploma or GED
- Be able to be immediately licensed by Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education (TCLEOSE) at time of hire
- Possess a valid Texas driver's license
- Pass a physical agility, written test, oral review board, background check, medical exam, and polygraph.
There are a number of other disqualifiers such as a criminal record, narcotics use, or DWI convictions. For more specific information on these requirements, contact Officer Roderick Page at 817-748-8281.