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:

Starting Salary based on a 12-hour shift:                                                                                                                            

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.***