The City of Dumas Police Department desires quality, progressive team players to meet the challenges of an ever-changing and expanding community-oriented policing environment. Successful candidates will join our group of dedicated, well-trained, and enthusiastic professionals who take pride in improving the quality of life for all citizens of Dumas.

Requirements:

Texas Peace Officer License
Minimum age 21
Valid Texas Driver's License, with good driving record
No DWI arrests within the last 5 years
High School Graduate, G.E.D., or 12 College Hours
U.S. Citizen
No felony convictions or on probation for other crimes
No criminal convictions resulting from family violence
Honorable Military Discharge, if applicable
Must pass physical agility, medical and psychological exam
Background investigation and oral interview

Benefits:

Medical, Dental and Prescription Drug Insurance (employee premium paid by City)
Retirement (TMRS) 6% employee contribution 2:1 City Contribution; 5-year vesting; 20-year retirement; military service credit; restricted service credit
Paid Vacation (1 week available after 6 month of employment); Paid Sick Leave - available after 3 months of employment; 11 Paid Holidays (includes Employee's Birthday)
Uniforms and Duty Gear Provided
Starting pay of $27.15/hour ($59,295.60 annual)
Pay for Experience
Phone Stipend
12-hour Shifts
Overtime Pay
Certificate Pay
Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability (paid by City)
College Tuition Reimbursement - Available after 1 year of employment
Take home vehicle (Fleet Program) Must live within a 30-mile radius of Dumas
Continuing Education and Training Opportunities
Sign-On/Relocation Allowance - $1,500 when hired, $1,500 at 1 year (available only to officers hired for first time, rehires not eligible)

Interested applicants can apply by downloading and completing the forms below.

Employment Application: https://cms8.revize.com/revize/cityofdumas/Employment%20App%202020.pdf
Authorization For release of Information: https://cms8.revize.com/revize/cityofdumas/Auth%20to%20Release%20Information%20pdf.pdf
Personal History Statement: https://cms8.revize.com/revize/cityofdumas/Personal-History-Statement_TCOLE_08-12-2020.pdf

Questions? Contact:

Lieutenant Joe Morales

Dumas Patrol Division
806-935-3998
jmorales@dumastx.gov

Learn more about the Dumas Police Department here: https://www.dumastx.gov/government/departments/police/index.php

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