Police Officer Recruit

Police Officer

Under general direction, enforces Federal, State, and Local laws and ordinances and performs various duties to support law enforcement activities as well as provides service to the citizens in an efficient and professional manner.

An individual in the position of Police Officer may be required to perform any or all of the following duties :

• Patrols assigned district and receives dispatched calls for service to help prevent crime, aid citizens needing assistance and arrest violators of the law.
• Enforces traffic laws, monitors school crossings and provides escorts to insure safe motor vehicle operation throughout the City.
• Prepares written reports as required by specific assignment.
• Answers, screens and refers calls from citizens requesting Police services.
• Investigates reports of criminal activity, interviews victims and witnesses, seeks, gathers and submits evidence for processing, interrogates suspects, and arrests suspected offenders.
• Testifies in court as required.
• Instructs citizens, businesses, schools and civic organizations about methods and techniques that may help prevent one from becoming a victim of crime.
• Develops and implements community-based policing strategies and programs.
• Perform related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications :

To be eligible for employment at Arlington PD, you must :

Background Required

Candidates are required to pass :

Physical Agility Assessment

Candidates who apply to be an Arlington Police officer must pass a Physical Agility Assessment, which consists of a rowing test on a Concept 2 Rowing machine. This test is designed to determine the overall fitness level of the applicant.

The minimum standard for all applicants is to complete a 2,000 meter row at or above the 25th percentile for their age, weight, and gender.

To calculate that standard using your specific information, visit the Texas Department of Public Safety website and follow the steps below :

1. Select your gender and age range, then enter your weight Under the "Desired Results" section, type in "25" Select Calculate

2. Applicants are reminded this is a competitive process and are encouraged to put forth their best effort.

3. To familiarize yourself with the Concept 2 Rower and to learn more about the testing process, watch the video above.

Phase II : EyeDetect Examination

Each applicant must successfully complete a Converus EyeDetect examination. The applicant will discuss their personal history in the areas of credit, theft, illegal drugs, criminal convictions, serious crimes committed, work history, and any excessive use of force complaints (former police officers). A polygraph may be administered in lieu of EyeDetect in limited situations and at the discretion of the Personnel & Recruiting Sergeant.

Psychological Examination

The applicant is assessed for his / her psychological suitability for the law enforcement profession through a licensed psychologist or psychiatrist, provided by the City of Arlington.

Medical Examination

A licensed physician, provided by the City of Arlington, will give the applicant a complete medical examination

Phase III - Background Investigation

The Department will conduct an extensive background investigation. The areas of concern include, but will not be limited to, current employment, any previous law enforcement experience, any criminal history, any thefts, any drug usage, financial or credit history and driving / accident history.

Phase IV - Oral Interview Board

Senior command staff members of the Arlington Police Department will interview applicants. The applicant will be questioned about their background as it relates to dependability, command presence, situational reasoning ability, interpersonal skills, oral / written communication skills and integrity.

Command Staff members will evaluate information from the applicant's background and their responses to interview questions to ensure that their personal and professional values are in line with those of the department. Arlington PD is an Equal Opportunity Employer M / F D / V. City of Arlington is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that is free from discrimination. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.