The City of Bastrop is a rapidly growing community located 20 miles east of Austin, Texas with a census population of approximately 10,000 and daytime service population of approximately 20,000. The City of Bastrop Police Department has a full-time staff of 26 sworn police officers, 3 civilian support staff and 1 Code Enforcement/Animal Control Officer. Our department is a cohesive, collaborative team of professionals dedicated to providing our community exceptional public service and possess a willingness and compassion to work together with the citizens of Bastrop to maintain a healthy and safe community.
Recruitment
Sergeant:
Bastrop Police Department is accepting applications for the position of Sergeant. To apply, please visit the City's job link, https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/bastrop. If you have specific questions regarding the positions, please contact Traci Chavez, Executive Administrative Assistant to the Police Chief at tchavez@cityofbastrop.org or call 512-332-8600.
Police Officer:
Bastrop Police Department is currently accepting applications for the position of Police Officer. To apply, please visit the City's job link, https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/bastrop. If you have specific questions regarding the positions, please contact Traci Chavez, Executive Administrative Assistant to the Police Chief at tchavez@cityofbastrop.org or call 512-332-8600.
Current Salary & Benefits
Starting Salary based on a 12-hour shift:
Police Officer, less than 5 years of police experience $58,815 annually |
Senior Police Officer, 5 years or more of police experience $64,777 annually |
Additional Pay:
Intermediate Peace Officer License $ 600 annually |
Advanced Peace Officer License $1200 annually |
Master Peace Officer License $1800 annually |
Sign-on Bonus of $5,000 after completing 3-years of continuous service / additional $5,000 after completing 6-years of continuous service.
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The City of Bastrop ONLY accepts job applications for positions that are officially open. Applications must be submitted prior to the closing date to be considered.
***The City of Bastrop is an equal opportunity employer. Employment is contingent on passing post-offer, pre-employment drug testing and criminal background investigations.***