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Qualifications
| AGE | EDUCATION | CITIZENSHIP | BACKGROUND |
|---|---|---|---|
| At least 20 years of age at the time of application and 21 years of age by police academy graduation. | Graduation from U.S. high school, G.E.D. or equivalent from a U.S. institution. A two-year or a four-year college degree from an accredited U.S. or foreign institution may be substituted for the high school requirement. |
The City of Castle Hills requires that a Police Officer candidate be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law. RESIDENCY You must have Citizenship or permanent resident status to apply for or work as a CHPD Officer. This status is necessary to obtain a firearm permit |
Castle Hills Police Department Officers are entrusted with responsibility to keep our city safe from crime and corruption. |
SALARY & BENEFITS
| Police Officer | Patrol Sergeant | Communications Officer: | Traffic Enforcement Officer |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Year: $61,443.75* Second Year: $67,377.69* Third Year: $71,155.27* Fourth Year: $73,453.93* Fifth Year: $76,528.87* Pay increases are available for the first five years of employment. Pay benefits also include: Certificate and educational pay up to $3000 annually, night shift differential $7500 annually, uniform allowance, military leave, and unlimited overtime (STEP). $3000 incentive pay (paid incrementally, once hired for certified). Non- certified cadet pay is $56,443.75 while in the academy. This is in addition to full sponsorship. |
Starting Pay: $85,104.01 Pay benefits also include: Certificate and educational pay, night shift differential, uniform allowance, military leave, and unlimited overtime (STEP).
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First Year: $46,346.07 Second Year: $49,781.36 Pay benefits also include: Certificate and educational pay up to $3000 annually, night shift differential, uniform allowance, and military leave. $1500 incentive pay once hired. Part- Time/ Communication Officer pay is $22-$27 (DOQ) and must be able to work at least 16 hours weekly. $750 incentive pay once hired. |
Starting Pay: $78,245.10 Pay benefits also include: Certificate and educational pay, night shift differential, uniform allowance, military leave, and unlimited overtime (STEP).
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