Police Officer - Lateral (In-State)

City of Sugar Land•1200 Highway 6 South Sugar Land, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Sugar Land is seeking experienced law enforcement professionals for a full-time Police Officer – Lateral (In State) position. Sugar Land, located southwest of Houston, is a rapidly growing community known for its safety, diversity, and vibrant business environment. The Sugar Land Police Department is CALEA accredited, with 180 sworn officers and opportunities for specialized assignments and training. The City is committed to providing high-quality services and fostering a positive work-life balance and personal development for its employees. The department operates with a trailblazing culture focused on employees, citizens, and community services, utilizing data-driven innovation and investing in team growth.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. Citizen.
Must have a valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
Must have a stable employment record with no history of any conduct which may affect suitability for law enforcement work.
Must have attended a Police Academy and be certified and commissioned as a Peace Officer by TCOLE (Texas Commission on Law Enforcement).
Must have at least three years of service as a sworn peace officer in the State of Texas with one agency.
The three years of service must be with their most recent police agency.
Pass the physical fitness test (Texas DPS 2000 meter row standard at 50%).
Pass the oral interview board.
Pass the polygraph test.
Pass a thorough background investigation.
Successfully complete medical and psychological exams.

Nice To Haves

Lateral experience obtained at an agency and in a position where the applicant regularly answers 911 calls for service and has responsibilities and comparable duties to that of an officer with the Sugar Land Police Department, including powers of arrest, in either the Patrol or Investigations Bureau.
Non-smokers are preferred.

Responsibilities

Attend a Police Academy and be certified and commissioned as a Peace Officer by TCOLE (Texas Commission on Law Enforcement).
Regularly answer 911 calls for service.
Perform duties comparable to those of an officer with the Sugar Land Police Department, including powers of arrest, in either the Patrol or Investigations Bureau.

Benefits

Starting salary of $40.90 per hour depending on qualifications.
$10,000 sign-on bonus.
Annual salary increases up to max ($105,685) in Step 10.
Pay for Performance Awards up to $4,000 per Year.
Incentive pay for education (Associate’s Degree - $600 annually, Bachelor’s Degree - $1200 annually, Master’s Degree - $1800 annually).
Incentive pay for TCOLE Certificates (Intermediate Certificate - $600 annually, Advanced Certificate - $1,200 annually, Master Certificate - $1,800 annually).
Additional Incentive Pays: Field Training Officer ($1,500 annually) or Field Training Coordinator ($3,000 annually), SWAT or Crisis Negotiator Assignment ($1,500 annually).
Longevity pay for each month of service after your first 13 months of employment ($4/month up to $1,200 annually).
City-subsidized health benefits.
Life and disability insurance.
A variety of voluntary benefits.
A robust pension plan with TMRS (7% contribution with 2:1 match by the City).
Deferred Compensation (457b) plan.
13 paid holidays.
A generous vacation package with accruals starting on day 1 (up to 160 hours annually after 11 years of service).
Paid sick leave accrual of 3.69 hours per pay period.
Paid Parental Leave – up to 6 weeks.
On-site Wellness facilities and programming.
Access to multiple mental health benefits and resources, including a robust EAP.
Uniforms, weapons and equipment provided.
Fitness Incentive Program (up to 80 hours Paid Leave Annually).