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GoLawEnforcement.com

Police Officer (Lateral)

Pay: $80,649–$90,771/yr

Posted: 4 weeks ago

Location: Burleson, TX (Onsite)

Last Updated: 6 hours ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/16/2026

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A Law Enforcement Officer enforces jurisdictional laws, maintains public safety, and protects property and people in the community. Patrols neighborhoods, responds to emergency calls and crime scenes, watches for traffic and driving violations. Authorized to arrest criminals; prepares cases and testifies in court.

$64,419 / year median in Texas

+5% projected growth

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Job Description

Police Officer (Lateral)

Job Type:

Full Time Burleson, TX Burleson Police Department Salary:

$ 80,649-90,771.16 per year

Position Summary:

Responsible for the performance of routine preventive patrol, law enforcement, traffic enforcement and control and other related law enforcement duties as needed. This position is assigned mainly to Patrol, but may be assigned to Detective as necessary. Applicants who are currently TCOLE certified and currently employed by another Texas Police Department will be allowed to be exempt from the entrance exam. Applicants will immediately move onto the next step in the hiring process with the completion of the background packet (personal history statement) and the polygraph packet.

Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent. TCOLE certification for Police Officer. Valid Class C Texas driver's license with a good driving record. DD214 for prior military service, if applicable https://burlesontx.applicantpro.com/jobs/4164231 Get More Information/Apply View All Jobs Prep for Exam