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The next LCPD Civil Service exam will be on Friday, January 10, 2020 at 7 p.m. Click here to Register for the exam Today!
Overview
Thank you for your interest in becoming a League City Police Officer. A career with the League City Police Department is both exciting and personally fulfilling. We serve the largest city in Galveston County and are experiencing tremendous growth both within our community and our department.
With this growth comes the opportunity to make a real difference in people’s lives. We are looking for role models who are committed to serving their community with professionalism, respect, integrity, dedication, and excellence. Only a few will have the privilege to wear the badge of a League City Police Officer. Do you have what it takes? View the following for more information:
A Great Place to Work
League City Police Officers enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package including educational incentive pay, bilingual pay, paid vacations, and paid sick leave. Officers who are certified with at least three years experience are eligible for a $5000 signing bonus. In addition, we have comprehensive medical, dental, and retirement plans.
The Selection Process
The selection process is thorough and may take several weeks. All applicants must successfully pass each of the following phases in order to qualify for a position:
- Applicants meet all City of League City eligibility requirements
- Applicants take and pass Nelson-Denny civil service exam (Nelson-Denny practice exams are available online)
- Applicants take a physical/functional capacity test
- Applicants are interviewed by an oral review board
- A background investigation is conducted
- A polygraph examination is administered
- A medical examination and drug testing is done
- A psychological test and evaluation is performed
- The applicant is hired
Civil Service Test Registration
Registration for the next Civil Service Entrance Exam is now open. The exam will be administered on the evening of Friday, January 10, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. at the Johnnie Arolfo Civic Center, 400 W. Walker St., League City. The physical assessment will be administered the following morning on Saturday, January 11, 2020 at 8:00 a.m. for applicants who pass the written exam.
Click on the following link to register for the exam: League City Police Department Civil Service Applicant Registration
Recruiting Night at LCPD
The League City Police Department will be offering an open Recruiting event at League City Police Department on Wednesday December 18, 2019 @ 6 p.m.
We will also have another Recruiting Night at LCPD in December. Please check back for update on date and time.
Those who are thinking about a career in Law Enforcement will be introduced to our recruiting team and will be able to ask questions. Following the Q&A session, attendees can either take a tour of the station or you can take a practice physical assessment test (minus the 1.5 mile run), which is the same standards as the official test given after the civil service exam. For those who wish to participate in the practice physical assessment test, you can practice all or any part of the test (minus 1.5 mile run). There will also be another station tour afterwards for those who practice the physical assessment test.
This is an informal event, and we welcome all who are interested in the hiring process. Register for recruiting event.
All applicants must successfully pass each of the following steps in order to be considered for employment with the League City Police Department. The process is thorough and will take between 80-180 days.
Personal History Packet
Anyone who passes the civil service exam and the physical assessment test is required to submit a personal history packet to continue with the hiring process. The deadline to submit the packet will be announced on the day of the exam. No packets will be accepted until after testing is completed.
The packet should be completed fully and accurately. To ensure that the packet is submitted by the deadline, it is recommended that you begin completing the packet now. The Personal History Packet (PDF) and applicable required documents (listed on page 47) should be submitted to the Human Resources Department located at 300 West Walker by scheduling an appointment for drop-off at 281-554-1010. Note: If you have trouble opening the Personal History Statement packet, you will need to do one of the following:
- Try using a different browser: Safari, Firefox, Mozilla, Chrome, or Internet Explorer
- Right click on the link and save the file to your desktop. Open the file, complete the forms, and print.
- Install the proper Adobe add-on for the browser you are using to open the packet.
Benefits
- Full health care and dental coverage
- 10 paid holidays per year
- 15 paid sick days per year
- Paid vacation
- Take home care program
- Department provides equipment, uniforms, and uniform cleaning
- Tuition reimbursement for college
- Retirement with Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)
League City Civil Service 2019 Step Pay Chart | ||||
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Non-Certified Civil Service/Probationary - Non-Certified | ||||
Grade | Position | Hourly | Monthly | Annually |
PN1 | Entry | $21.34 | $3,699.69 | $44,395.54 |
PN2 | Six Months | $25.90 | $4,488.88 | $53,866.58 |
PN3 | Nine Months | $28.75 | $4,983.53 | $59,802.39 |
PN4 | Twelve Months | $30.68 | $5,318.62 | $63,823.46 |
Certified Civil Service/Probationary - Certified | ||||
PC1 | Entry | $28.34 | $4,911.96 | $58,943.56 |
PC2 | Six Months | $29.76 | $5,169.22 | $61,910.62 |
Police Officer | ||||
P1 | 1 Year | $30.68 | $5,318.62 | $63,823.46 |
P2 | 2 Years | $31.45 | $5,451.70 | $65,420.38 |
P3 | 3 Years | $32.22 | $5,584.79 | $67,017.53 |
P4 | 4 Years | $32.99 | $5,717.96 | $68,615.51 |
P5 | 5 Years | $33.76 | $5,851.05 | $70,212.65 |
P6 | 6 Years | $34.53 | $5,984.64 | $71,815.74 |
P7 | 7 Years | $35.30 | $6,118.45 | $73,421.36 |
P8 | 8 Years | $36.07 | $6,252.11 | $75,025.29 |
P9 | 9 Years | $36.84 | $6,385.80 | $76,629.65 |
P10 | 10-11 Years | $37.63 | $6,522.36 | $78,268.37 |
P12 | 12+ Years | $38.43 | $6,661.79 | $79,941.46 |
After Hiring
- Certified applicants enter the field training program.
- Non-certified applicants are sent to a local police academy. The academy will be chosen and paid for by the department. The cadet will be paid while going through the academy (See Pay Scale PN1). Upon completion of the academy, cadets will enter the field training program.
Our Department also offers the following career opportunities:
- Combined Area Response Team (SWAT)
- Commercial Motor Vehicle Enforcement
- Crime Analyst Officer
- Community Outreach
- Crime Prevention
- Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Task Force
- Detective
- Field Training Officer
- Hostage Negotiator
- Motorcycle Officer
- Traffic Enforcement Officer
- Training Officer
- Bicycle Officer
- K-9 Officer
- Recruiting
Detention Officer (Accepting Applications)
The League City Police Department is NOT currently accepting applications for the position of Detention Officer. Please check back for hiring announcements.This position is responsible for the supervision of inmates, property, and booking. The position reports to the Jail Supervisor. The current schedule is 12-hour shift work (3 days on - 4 days off, 4 days on - 3 days off).
Hiring Process
- Applicants are also required to complete a Personal History Packet (PDF) submit the completed packet to the records division located at 555 West Walker, League City, Texas. In addition, you must fill out an Application for the position. Choose the application for the appropriate employment position.
- Note: If you have trouble opening the Personal History Statement packet, you will need to do one of the following:
- Try using a different browser: Safari, Firefox, Mozilla, Chrome, or Internet Explorer
- Right click on the link and save the file to your desktop. Open the file, complete the forms, and print.
- Install the proper Adobe add-on for the browser you are using to open the packet.
- The Jail Supervisor will review completed Personal History Packet for eligibility requirements and schedule interviews accordingly.
- Applicants chosen to move forward in the hiring process must successfully complete background investigation, polygraph examination, and drug/medical screening.
Salary
$18.66 Hourly (Starting Rate)
Example of Duties
- Provide information and directions to the public.
- Write reports pertaining to complaints received.
- Answer the telephones and take messages. Disseminate information to field officers as necessary.
- Provide meals, clothing, mattresses, blankets, and personal items to prisoners.
- Conduct searches of prisoners and cells.
- Maintain physical control of prisoners by using minimal restraint techniques.
- Accurately type all prisoner, property, medical, court data into Jail Management System.
- Assists with the cleaning and maintenance of the facility as needed; identifies maintenance and mechanical problems.
- Manages trustees.
- Perform all other related duties as assigned.
- Fingerprint and photograph prisoners and citizens electronically using the AFIS machine (Automated Fingerprint Identification System) or manually using black ink.
- Collect breath/alcohol specimens from citizens suspected of driving while intoxicated
- Using an intoxilyzer instrument.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- A current Jail Certification standing preferred.
- Able to pass all pre-employment screening such as clerical typing testing at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school completion of high school or equivalent, personal interview by department staff, background investigation, polygraph.
- Possess or easily obtain a Texas Driver's License.
- Must be able to obtain Intoxilyzer certification in one year.
Supplemental Information
- Ability to deal courteously with the public.
- Some knowledge of the methods and techniques used in the control and custody of prisoners.
- Ability to act rapidly and calmly in emergencies.
- Good physical condition, strength, agility, normal vision, and hearing.
- Ability to operate office/computer equipment includes typing.
- Working knowledge of business, English and spelling.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of information.
- Ability to understand and follow moderately complex oral and written instruction.
Telecommunication Operator - Now Hiring
Overview
Thank you for your interest in becoming a League City Police Department Communications Operator. A career with the League City Police Department is both exciting and personally fulfilling. We serve the largest city in Galveston County and are experiencing tremendous growth both within our community and our department. With this growth comes the opportunity to make a real difference in people’s lives. We are looking for role models who are committed to serving their community with professionalism, respect, integrity, dedication, and excellence. A Great Place to WorkLeague City Police Officers enjoy a very competitive salary and benefits package, including educational incentive pay, bilingual pay, paid vacations, and paid sick leave. In addition, we have comprehensive medical, dental, and retirement plans.
The Selection Process
The selection process is thorough and may take several weeks. All applicants must successfully pass each of the following phases in order to qualify for a position:
- Applicants meet all City of League City eligibility requirements;
- Registration is held;
- Applicants take a computer generated exam simulating dispatch skills;
- Applicants are interviewed by a Oral Review Board;
- A background investigation is conducted;
- A Polygraph Examination is administered;
- Psychological Evaluation;
- A Medical Examination & Drug Testing is done;
- The applicant is hired;
- Probationary Employee's was successfully complete a field training program;
- Probationary Employee's must demonstrate job proficiency in order to pass a one year probationary period.
Telecommunicator Testing Information
Applicant testing for the position of communication operator will be held at the League City Public Safety Building located at:
555 W Walker Street
League City, Texas 77573
Communications Manager Kim Hera is contacting all applicants on file to arrange test dates. If you have submitted an application and have not yet been contacted you may contact Kim Hera at 281-338-4171 for assistance.
Test Information
The League City Police Department utilizes a computer administered dispatch simulation testing software called CritiCall. The test generally takes approximately 2 1/2 hours to complete as applicants are assessed in multiple areas that include:
- Call summarization
- Character comparison
- Cross referencing
- Data entry
- Map reading
- Memory recall
- Prioritization
- Probability
- Reading comprehension
- Sentence clarity
- Spelling
Applicants are required to bring a photo ID for test admission. Applicants with visible tattoos will not be eligible for employment.
Post Test Procedures
Applicants with a passing score listed above are to complete and return a Personal History Packet (PDF) to the League City Police Department Communication Center:
Attn: Kim Hera, Communication Manager
555 West Walker Street
League City Texas 77573
Note: If you have trouble opening the Personal History Statement packet, you will need to do one of the following:
- Try using a different browser: Safari, Firefox, Mozilla, Chrome, or Internet Explorer
- Right click on the link and save the file to your desktop. Open the file, complete the forms, and print.
- Install the proper Adobe add-on for the browser you are using to open the packet.
In addition to the personal history packet, you must also fill out and submit an application. Choose the application for the appropriate employment position.