The City of Duncanville is a beautiful suburb community that boarders the southwest part of Dallas Texas. Duncanville PD is a Civil Service Department and will be hosting a civil service test on August 1st, 2026 at the Duncanville Recreation Center located at 201 James Collins Boulevard. Duncanville, Texas 75116. Doors open at 7:00 AM and close at 8:00 AM. THE ONLINE APPLICATION MUST be submitted prior to test date. The link is provided below
:https://www.duncanvilletx.gov/residents/public_safety/police_department/recruitment
Job description:
Overview
The Police Officer plays a crucial role in maintaining public safety and enforcing the law within the community. This position requires a dedicated individual who is committed to serving and protecting citizens while upholding the values of integrity, professionalism, and respect. As a Police Officer, you will engage with the community, respond to emergencies, conduct investigations, and ensure compliance with local laws.Duties
- Patrol assigned areas to deter and detect criminal activity.
- Respond promptly to calls for service and emergencies.
- Conduct thorough investigations of incidents, including gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.
- Prepare detailed reports documenting incidents, arrests, and other relevant information.
- Enforce traffic laws and regulations; issue citations as necessary.
- Manage conflicts effectively to de-escalate potentially volatile situations.
- Provide first aid and CPR when necessary; assist in emergency medical situations.
- Handle animals in distress or involved in incidents, ensuring their safety and welfare.
- Utilize surveillance techniques to monitor suspicious activities within the community.
- Collaborate with other law enforcement agencies as needed.
New officers with no experience will receive $2,500.00 bonus upon completion of field training. Officers who hold a current Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Peace Officer Certification will receive the following after completion of field training based on years of service as a licensed peace officer:
Less than 2 years: $5,000
2 years to less than 5 years: $10,000
5 years and above: $20,000
Qualifications:
- Must possess a high school diploma or G.E.D. certificate.
- Must possess a valid Texas driver's license and have a good driving record.
- Must not have been convicted of a felony at any time or a Class B misdemeanor or above in the last 10 years.
- Must be a United States citizen.
- Must have an honorable discharge from the Armed Forces, if applicable.
- Must have vision correctable to 20/20.
Employment Procedures:Application Form
Civil Service exam (scheduled on an as-needed basis)
Physical performance test
Thorough and extensive background investigation
Interviews with the police review board and chief of police
Polygraph and psychological test
Physical examination by a physicianBackground Investigation:
A thorough background investigation is conducted on all eligible applicants. Any misrepresentation or omission in the application or other forms will be grounds for rejection or dismissal.Job Type: Full-timeBenefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- 457(b)
- Dental insurance
- Dependent health insurance coverage
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Military leave
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- On call
- Overnight shift
- Overtime
- Rotating shift
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Relocate:
- Duncanville, TX: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Pay: $75,387.90 - $101,267.33 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- 457(b)
- Dental insurance
- Dependent health insurance coverage
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Military leave
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
