POLICE OFFICER (TCOLE CERTIFIED)

Summary

Salary: $79,173.49 - $94,033.27 Annually
Location : Anna, TX
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: REQ00067
Department: POLICE DEPARTMENT
Opening Date: 06/23/2025
FLSA: Non-Exempt

The City of Anna, Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
DESCRIPTION
Why work for the City of Anna?

The City of Anna is seeking qualified candidates interested in a future career with the Pay commensurate with experience. Lateral Entry is offered to out-of-state officers and in-state TCOLE certified officers. For more information, our team.

If you're passionate about law enforcement and ready to serve a growing, supportive community, we encourage you to apply and take the first step toward becoming part of the Anna Police Department. A strong emphasis is placed on building positive relationships with Anna neighbors and promoting a sense of trust and partnership within the community.

In-State TCOLE Certified Officers laterals shall enter the pay scale based on their years of fulltime Police Officer experience. Time spent in an academy, correctional service, or time as a military police officer, will not qualify as time in service for our lateral entry program.

• Applicants with three (3) or more years of fulltime paid experience may qualify to start at STEP-2.
• Applicants with five (5) or more years of fulltime paid experience may qualify to start at STEP-3.
• Applicants wishing to be considered for lateral entry may be asked to provide copies of their performance evaluations for their last three (3) years of fulltime experience.

Out-of-State Police Officers lateral must meet all TCOLE requirements. to make sure you meet their requirements. DO NOT start the process with TCOLE or apply with us until you are sure you're ready to move to Texas. Candidate must complete all required coursework and pass TCOLE exam within90 days* subject to course availability.

• Applicants with three (3) or more years of fulltime paid experience may qualify to start at STEP-2.
• Applicants with five (5) or more years of fulltime paid experience may qualify to start at STEP-3.
• Applicants wishing to be considered for lateral entry may be asked to provide copies of their performance evaluations for their last three (3) years of fulltime experience.

Consideration of lateral entry will be granted on a case-by-case basis following a review of the candidate's application, Personal History Statement and supplied performance evaluations for the fulltime service experience. Passing all stages of the hiring process is mandatory. A determination to grant or deny lateral entry will be determined prior to a conditional job offer.
TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must be a United States citizen.
• Must pass a drug screen, criminal background check, MVR check and any other verification required by the Anna Police Department.

Disqualifiers
License or Certification

• Must possess a current and valid Driver's License
• Must possess a valid TCOLE license

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

The Anna Police Department follows a hiring process designed to identify individuals who are committed to integrity, service, and community partnership. Candidates can expect multiple steps including application review, interviews, testing, background investigation, and pre-employment evaluations. To learn more, visit
Explore our benefits of working for the City of Anna!

To view our compensation package, visit our

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

To learn more details, visit our

Join a team that values your health, wellness, and future. Apply now and build a career with lasting impact.

Job Description

Salary: $79,173.49 - $94,033.27 Annually
Location : Anna, TX
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: REQ00067
Department: POLICE DEPARTMENT
Opening Date: 06/23/2025
FLSA: Non-Exempt

The City of Anna, Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
DESCRIPTION
Why work for the City of Anna?

The City of Anna is seeking qualified candidates interested in a future career with the Pay commensurate with experience. Lateral Entry is offered to out-of-state officers and in-state TCOLE certified officers. For more information, our team.

If you're passionate about law enforcement and ready to serve a growing, supportive community, we encourage you to apply and take the first step toward becoming part of the Anna Police Department. A strong emphasis is placed on building positive relationships with Anna neighbors and promoting a sense of trust and partnership within the community.

In-State TCOLE Certified Officers laterals shall enter the pay scale based on their years of fulltime Police Officer experience. Time spent in an academy, correctional service, or time as a military police officer, will not qualify as time in service for our lateral entry program.

• Applicants with three (3) or more years of fulltime paid experience may qualify to start at STEP-2.
• Applicants with five (5) or more years of fulltime paid experience may qualify to start at STEP-3.
• Applicants wishing to be considered for lateral entry may be asked to provide copies of their performance evaluations for their last three (3) years of fulltime experience.

Out-of-State Police Officers lateral must meet all TCOLE requirements. to make sure you meet their requirements. DO NOT start the process with TCOLE or apply with us until you are sure you're ready to move to Texas. Candidate must complete all required coursework and pass TCOLE exam within90 days* subject to course availability.

• Applicants with three (3) or more years of fulltime paid experience may qualify to start at STEP-2.
• Applicants with five (5) or more years of fulltime paid experience may qualify to start at STEP-3.
• Applicants wishing to be considered for lateral entry may be asked to provide copies of their performance evaluations for their last three (3) years of fulltime experience.

Consideration of lateral entry will be granted on a case-by-case basis following a review of the candidate's application, Personal History Statement and supplied performance evaluations for the fulltime service experience. Passing all stages of the hiring process is mandatory. A determination to grant or deny lateral entry will be determined prior to a conditional job offer.
TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must be a United States citizen.
• Must pass a drug screen, criminal background check, MVR check and any other verification required by the Anna Police Department.

Disqualifiers
License or Certification

• Must possess a current and valid Driver's License
• Must possess a valid TCOLE license

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

The Anna Police Department follows a hiring process designed to identify individuals who are committed to integrity, service, and community partnership. Candidates can expect multiple steps including application review, interviews, testing, background investigation, and pre-employment evaluations. To learn more, visit
Explore our benefits of working for the City of Anna!

To view our compensation package, visit our

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

To learn more details, visit our

Join a team that values your health, wellness, and future. Apply now and build a career with lasting impact.