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Recruiting

RECRUITING

JOIN TEAGUE PD

Serve. Grow. Belong.

Teague Police Department is seeking motivated, professional applicants who want to serve in a department where initiative, sound judgment, and community relationships matter.

Experienced Texas Peace Officers are encouraged to apply, and paid Police Cadet sponsorship opportunities are available for qualified applicants.

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Police Officer

Licensed Texas Peace Officers

Experience preferred

Competitive step-pay plan

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Police Cadet

Paid academy sponsorship

$15.76/hour during academy

Transition to officer pay after licensing

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Reserve Officer

Licensed peace officers

Volunteer service opportunity

Support patrol and department operations

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Teague is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants without regard to color, age, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender expression, disability, national origin, veteran status, or marital status.


WHY CHOOSE TEAGUE PD

Build Your Career Where Your Work Matters

Make a Difference

Serve a community where your work is visible, valued, and directly impacts public safety and quality of life.

Family-Oriented Culture

Join a smaller department where officers know one another, command staff is accessible, and teamwork matters.

Investment in You

Department-provided uniforms, equipment, weapons, training, and professional development support your success.

Take-Home Vehicle Program

Eligible officers may participate in the Department’s take-home vehicle program, supporting readiness and response.

Long-Term Growth

Build experience across a broad range of municipal law-enforcement duties while developing professionally.

Professional Standards

Work in a department that values initiative, sound judgment, accountability, integrity, and quality police service.


WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Professional People Who Want to Serve

Experienced Police Officers Licensed Texas Peace Officers who bring sound judgment, initiative, professionalism, and a strong commitment to public service.
Police Cadet Applicants Motivated applicants who meet TCOLE and Department hiring standards and are prepared to successfully complete academy training and peace-officer licensing requirements.
Reserve Police Officers Qualified licensed peace officers interested in serving the community in a volunteer law-enforcement capacity.
Team-Oriented Professionals People who communicate effectively, work well with others, and contribute positively to the Department.
Community-Minded Applicants People who value service, accountability, professionalism, and building strong relationships with the community.
POLICE OFFICER

Minimum Requirements

  • United States citizen
  • At least 21 years of age
  • High school diploma or GED equivalent
  • Valid Texas Driver License
  • Current Texas Peace Officer License issued by TCOLE
  • Meet all City of Teague and Teague Police Department hiring requirements
  • Possess the knowledge, skills, abilities, and physical capability necessary to perform the essential functions of a Police Officer

READY TO SERVE?

Take the Next Step With Teague PD

Whether you are a licensed Texas Peace Officer, a qualified applicant interested in the Police Cadet Program, or a licensed officer seeking to serve in a Reserve capacity, we encourage you to learn more about current opportunities with the Teague Police Department.

Teague Police Department • 315 Main Street • Teague, Texas 75860 • (254) 739-2553
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