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Career Opportunity

City of Bastrop Certified Police Officers

The City of Bastrop is a rapidly growing community 20 miles east of Austin, Texas with a census population of 7,000 and a daytime service population of approximately 20,000. We are seeking professional police officers who are committed and dedicated to public service, possess a willingness and compassion to work together with the citizens of Bastrop to maintain a healthy and safe community. 

Call:    (512) 321-5550 
Fax:    (512) 321-2062
Email: droyal@cityofbastrop.org , Debra Royal,
Chief Board's Administrative Assistant
Visit or Write:  104 Grady Tuck Lane, Bastrop, TX  78602

Application deadline: 

The application process will remain open until all positions are filled.
Minimum Qualifications for Certified Officer:
           U.S Citizen
           Must have attended a Police Academy in Texas and be TCLEOSE Certified or be               certified and licenses in Texas by hire date.
Additional Requirements include:
Valid drivers license with good driving record. Good moral character, stable employment record with no history of any conduct, which may effect suitability for law enforcement work. Pass each step of the application process, which includes oral interview board, thorough background investigation, physical, drug screen and physiological evaluation. 

Application Instructions:
Applicants should first print and read these detailed instructions and requirements before applying for a patrol officer position.
Applicants must submit both the Bastrop Police Department Employment Application and also the City of Bastrop Employment Application.

Complete each on-line application, print off, attach the required documents and mail to: Bastrop Police Department104 Grady Tuck Lane, Bastrop, Texas, 78602.  You may also contact the police department and request a personal history statement and application be mailed to your home address.
Current Salary starting Dec. 1, 2007:
Basic (PO-I)
Intermediate (PO-II)
Advanced (PO-III)
$35,498.73
$37,273.67
$39,137.35
After successful 1-year probationary period hourly salary increases to:
Basic $17.49 per hour, Intermediate $18.36 per hour, and Advanced $19.28 per hour.
Current Benefits Include:
          • 10 paid vacation days each year
          • 12 paid sick days each year
          • 12 paid holidays each year
          • Group, life, medical, and dental
          • Affordable dependant coverage
          • 25 year retirement through TMRS
          • Longevity pay
          • Uniforms, equipment and weapon provided
          • Deferred compensation
          • LCRA Credit Union
          • Take home car
          • 12-hour shifts with every other week-end off

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