The Garland Police Department is accepting online applications for police officer recruits through 5 p.m. Friday, June 10.
The next entrance exam will be held at 8 a.m. Saturday, June 25. To view a job description, see a complete list of qualifications or to submit an application, go to GarlandTx.gov.
For questions about becoming a police officer, contact Officer Jones at 972-487-7358 or visit GarlandPolice.com.
NOTE:
Persons who have served in the U.S. military, received an honorable discharge, and pass the examination may have five (5) points added to their test score if candidate submits a legible copy of a United States of America government issued form documenting at least 180 days of active duty military service with an honorable discharge (i.e. DD 214-MEMBER 4 FORM). Documentation must be received or postmarked by Friday, June 10, 2016 at 5:00 p.m. (CST) for consideration.
Copy of Honorable Discharge Form (i.e. DD 214-MEMBER 4 FORM) may be:
Mailed to the Human Resources Department, City of Garland, P.O. 469002, Garland, Texas, 75046-9002,
Delivered to the Human Resources Department, city of Garland, 200 North Fifth Street, Garland, Texas, 75040,
Faxed to 972-205-2706
Academy pay: Newly appointed police officer recruits receive a starting annual salary of $54,668.