Police Officer-Entry Level

City of Edinburg • Edinburg, TX

20d • $42,666 - $57,236

About The Position

The City of Edinburg is accepting applications for an entry-level Police Officer and will conduct a civil service written examination. Applications may be completed online from October 22, 2026, through November 6, 2026. The written examination is scheduled for December 1, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. at the Activity Center, 123 Mark S. Pena Dr., Edinburg, Texas. Applicants must submit the required documents by the application deadline for their application to be considered complete. Applicants will undergo a complete background investigation and must pass a pre-employment drug test administered at the City's expense.

Requirements

• Submit a valid Texas driver's license with the application by November 6, 2026; applicants must also present a valid driver's license for photo identification at the examination.
• Applicants who are already peace officer-certified must submit a TCOLE license.
• Veteran applicants must submit a DD214 Member 4 showing an honorable discharge.
• Undergo a complete background investigation; incomplete or inaccurate information, or failure to report information, will result in rejection from consideration.
• Pass a pre-employment drug test administered by the City of Edinburg at the City's expense.

Nice To Haves

• Applicants who hold a valid Peace Officer's license through TCOLE may receive preference regardless of their position on the eligibility list, upon providing evidence of certification.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed