The Selection Process

Phase 1
-Applicant submits on-line application and assigned to a recruiter
OR
-Applicant comes to recruiting office

Phase 2
-Applicant fills out pre-screening questionnaire
-Applicant's height and weight are measured
-Walk-in applicants fill out city application
-Applicant fills out screening checklist, data entry form, then interviewed
-Physical agility test (must have release forms completed before test is given)
-Fingerprints and photos
-Given additional paperwork and list of documents to return
-Applicant completes polygraph questionnaire

Phase 3
-Conditional job offer
-Polygraph examination
-Final interview
-Assigned for background investigation

Phase 4
-Medical Examination & Drug Testing
-Psychological Testing and Evaluation
-Applicant's file forwarded to chief of police for approval

Favorable Applicant Pool. Applicants are selected based on passing all phases of the application process. Your application will be valid for one (1) year.

 

For Inquiries Concerning Status, Contact:
713-308-1300 OR 1-800-252-0473