BENEFITS

Incentive Pay (Paid Bi-weekly after completion of the probationary period)

• $2,002 Equipment Allowance
• $2,600 Shift Differential
• $1,300 One-Day Weekend Premium
• $2,600 Two-Day Weekend Premium

Training Assignments (Paid Bi-weekly)

• Field Training Evaluator – $150
• Field Training Supervisor – $70
• Training Sergeant – $70
• Field Training Admin Officer – $120
• Field Training Admin Sergeant – $70
• Special Division Training Officer – $70

Specialty Pays

These incentive payments vary based on assignment, skills, years of service and/or experience, most are paid Bi-weekly.

• Bilingual pay
• Patrol and investigator pay
• Clothing allowance
• Physical fitness and agility
• Education Pay (see education incentive tab for details)

Annual Leave

• 20 Days - PTO (Paid Time Off increases up to 40 days based on years of service)
• 15 Personal Days
• 13 Paid Holidays (includes floating holiday)
• 15 Paid Military Leave Days
• 5 Days - PAT (Physical Agility days may be taken for $1,000 pay instead of paid time off)
• Compensatory Time (earned at 1.5 rate/max of 480 hours, may be available based on budget and needs of the department)

Health & Well-being

• Comprehensive Medical, Mental Health, Prescription Drug, Dental and Vision Insurance for Officers and Families (multiple plans offered)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Family Medical Leave (FMLA)
• Employee Assistance Program including Counseling
• Wellness Program (participation may decrease cost of health premiums)

For detailed benefits, visit https://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

A career with the Houston Police Department is more than a job-it’s a long-term investment in your future.

Retire After 20 Years of Service

HPD Officers are eligible for retirement through the Houston Police Officers’ Pension System (HPOPS) after 20 years of credited service. This allows you to build a full career and begin receiving pension benefits significantly earlier than most professions.

Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP)

Eligible classified officers may participate in the Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP) which is a powerful financial benefit that allows you to continue working while your retirement benefits accumulate in a separate account.

This means that you can:

• Continue earning your regular salary
• Accumulate retirement payments simultaneously
• Build substantial financial reserves before officially retiring

A Pension You Can Count On

HPD offers a defined benefit pension plan, meaning your retirement income is predictable based on:

• Years of service
• Final average pay
• Plan provisions at the time of retirement

This provides long-term financial security for you and your family. Your contribution is automatically deducted on a pre-tax basis, and the City of Houston also contributes to your retirement-helping you build a secure financial future from day one.

Additional Retirement Benefits include:

• Early retirement options
• Phase Down options
• Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA)
• Additional insurance benefit to off-set cost
• Deferred Compensation Plan with Multiple Investment Options

For additional details visit:

Houston Police Officer’s Pension
City of Houston Deferred Comp Plan
PHOU Deferred Comp Plan

The Houston Police Department offers a generous education incentive plan for classified officers who choose to further their formal education. Not only does the department reimburses tuition for higher education, but officers also receive bi-weekly incentive pay after completing their degree.

An officer who has or is awarded a degree by an accredited college or university will receive a bi-weekly incentive pay as listed in the table below. This incentive pay will begin upon graduation from the academy when applicable:

Officers who wish to obtain a degree after completing their probationary period are entitled to receive tuition reimbursement for the successful completion of credit hours at an accredited college or university. Tuition reimbursement will be based on a flat rate following the guidelines below:

For details on the payment structure and rules please review the Meet & Confer Agreement.

In addition to these education benefits, the Department also has the following incentives:

Training

• Military: Tuition Assistance through Veterans Affair (GI Bill® and Hazlewood Legacy Act - http://www.va.txstate.edu/benefits.html).
• College Credits for Academy Training (up to 12 credit hours)
• Paid and on-duty law enforcement training to satisfy licensing requirements
• Continued on-duty advanced training opportunities throughout career

The City of Houston has an exceptional Pre-Natal, Parental, and Infant leave plan that allows parents to take leave for healthcare appointments, child wellness, and child bonding. Available leave includes:

• 160 hours for prenatal wellness healthcare appointments and other absences related to pregnancy
• 480 hours of prenatal leave to bond and care for a child after their birth, adoption, or foster care placement within the child’s first year of life or placement
• 40 hours of infant wellness to use during the first year of a child’s birth or after adoption or placement

These options are offered to all employees regardless of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or marital status and available whether both parents are employed by the City of Houston or the Houston Police Department. For details and rules about the PPI Program, visit the City of Houston website .

In addition, an officer working for the Houston Police Department could also enjoy quality of life benefits including:

• Free Metro Transportation (for downtown work locations; includes bus/rail/car pool or park and ride)
• Free Parking at Primary Duty Assignment (at city owned/leased parking facility)
• Houston Police Credit Union Membership (optional)
• Paid Overtime or Compensatory Time (may be available based on budget and needs of the department)
• Off-Duty Employment Opportunities
• Career Advancement and Specialized Opportunities in over 45 Divisions