Police Officer - Positions Available
The City of Seagoville Police Department is seeking dedicated individuals ready to take on a challenging and rewarding career in public safety. In this role, no two days are the same, and every shift provides an opportunity to make a meaningful impact. If you are committed to protecting your community, upholding the law with integrity, and serving with professionalism, we encourage you to apply.
Lateral Entry Opportunities
The City of Seagoville Police Department welcomes applications from currently licensed and experienced peace officers. Lateral-entry candidates may be eligible for an adjusted starting salary commensurate with verified years of full-time sworn law enforcement experience, in accordance with City pay plans and policies. All candidates must meet the standards established by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement.
Selection Process
Qualified applicants who meet minimum requirements will be invited to participate in a written examination and physical assessment. Candidates who successfully advance will complete a comprehensive selection process, which includes:
- Background investigation
- Oral review board
- Medical and drug screening
- Psychological evaluation
- Polygraph examination
How to Apply
To be considered, all applicants must complete the Certified Police Officer Application (required for both certified and non-certified candidates).
Completed applications must be submitted by one of the following methods:
- Email: [email protected]
- Fax: 469-319-5044
- Mail or In Person:
Human Resources Department
City of Seagoville
702 N. US Highway 175
Seagoville, Texas 75159
Important: Applications will not be accepted at the Police Department. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- High school diploma or GED required
- Valid Texas driver’s license
- Ability to successfully pass:
- Written examination
- Physical assessment
- Oral interview(s)
- Polygraph examination
- Comprehensive background investigation
- Pre-employment physical, psychological evaluation, and drug screening
Additional Requirements
Selected candidates must demonstrate strong moral character and meet all standards established by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement, as well as applicable laws and departmental policies.
Required Documents
Applicants must submit the following with their application:
- Birth certificate
- Driver’s license
- High school diploma/transcript or GED certificate
- College transcripts (if applicable)
- DD-214 (if applicable)
Make an Impact
At the Seagoville Police Department, you’ll do more than enforce the law you’ll build trust, strengthen community relationships, and help keep Seagoville a safe place to live and work. If you’re ready to take on a rewarding and challenging career, we want to hear from you.
Serve with Purpose. Grow with Pride. Apply Today!
Must be at least 21 years of age; High school graduate or GED required Possess a valid Texas Driver’s License Pass a written test and physical assessment Pass a comprehensive background investigation Pass oral interview(s) Pass Polygraph exam Pass a pre-employment physical exam, psychological screening & drug test.
Selected candidates must demonstrate strong moral character and meet all standards established by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement, as well as applicable laws and departmental policies.
Applicants must submit the following with their application: • Birth certificate • Driver’s license • High school diploma/transcript or GED certificate • College transcripts (if applicable) • DD-214 (if applicable)
