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Pay & Benefits at Teague Police Department

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Competitive Compensation. Strong Benefits.

The pay and benefits information on this page applies to eligible paid positions with the Teague Police Department. Reserve Police Officer positions are volunteer positions and do not receive employee pay or benefits, except for any applicable coverage provided by the City for duty-related injuries or authorized service activities.

Effective FY 2025–2026 Unless otherwise noted
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Taking Care of Our Team

Benefits designed to support employees on duty, off duty, and into retirement.

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HEALTH BENEFITS

Medical, Dental & Vision

100% Employee Premiums Paid
  • For FY 2025–2026, the City pays 100% of all employee medical, dental, and vision premiums.
  • The City pays 50% of dependent medical premiums.
  • The City pays 100% of dependent dental and vision premiums.
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RETIREMENT

Texas Municipal Retirement System

2 : 1 City Match
  • 7% employee contribution
  • 2:1 City matching ratio
  • 5-year vesting
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SERVICE RECOGNITION

Longevity Pay

$10 Per Month of Service

After completing one full fiscal year of service, eligible employees receive $10 per month of service, paid each December.

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PAID TIME OFF

Paid Holidays

15.5 Paid Holidays Annually

Eligible full-time employees receive 15.5 paid holidays annually.

View City-Observed Holidays

New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, President’s Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth (Observed), Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, the Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, ½-day New Year’s Eve, and a Floating Holiday for your birthday after completing one full year of employment.

PAID LEAVE

Time Away From Work

VACATION

Vacation Leave

Full-time employees earn paid vacation leave based on length of service.

  • First Year: 80 hours granted on anniversary date. Vacation is eligible for use after completing one full year of employment.
  • 2–4 Years: 3.08 hours per pay period
  • 5–9 Years: 4.62 hours per pay period
  • 10+ Years: 6.15 hours per pay period
  • Maximum Accrual: 30 days
SICK LEAVE

Paid Sick Leave

Full-time employees earn paid sick leave in accordance with City policy.

8 Hours Per Month of Continuous Service
  • Full-Time: 8 hours per month of continuous service
  • Maximum Accrual: 30 days
ADDITIONAL COVERAGE

Optional Employee-Paid Benefits

Employees may elect additional benefits based on their individual and family needs.

LegalShield
American Fidelity supplemental coverage, including short-term disability, long-term disability, cancer policies, and other available plans
Texas Life Insurance
PAY & INCENTIVES

Compensation & Career Growth

Rates effective October 1, 2025.

POLICE CADET

Paid Academy Opportunity

Qualified Police Cadet applicants may receive paid academy sponsorship while completing required Texas peace officer training.

$15.76 Per Hour While Attending the Academy
Upon successful completion of academy training, TCOLE licensing requirements, and all other requirements for appointment, the employee transitions to the applicable Police Officer pay scale.
SWORN PERSONNEL

Police Officer Pay Scale

Placement within the pay scale is based on applicable job-related experience and qualifications.

Entry-Level / New Hire $21.08 / $22.06
Successful Completion of 6-Month Evaluation $21.58 / $22.56
Year 1–4 $22.58 / $23.68
Year 5–8 $23.63 / $24.68
Year 9–12 $25.75 / $26.79
Year 13+ $27.84 / $28.89
SUPERVISORY

Police Sergeant Pay Scale

Placement within the pay scale is based on applicable job-related experience and qualifications.

Promotion / New Hire $22.00 / $23.50
Year 1–4 $23.00 / $24.50
Year 5–8 $24.50 / $25.50
Year 9–12 $26.00 / $27.00
Year 13+ $28.50 / $29.50
COMMAND

Police Lieutenant Pay Scale

Placement within the pay scale is based on applicable job-related experience and qualifications.

Promotion / New Hire $23.00 / $24.00
Year 1–4 $24.50 / $25.50
Year 5–8 $26.00 / $27.50
Year 9–12 $27.80 / $28.00
Year 13+ $28.50 / $29.50
CIVILIAN PERSONNEL

Administrative Assistant / Court Clerk

Placement within the pay scale is based on applicable job-related experience and qualifications.

New Hire $14.70 / $15.75
Year 1–4 $15.75 / $16.80
Year 5–8 $16.80 / $17.85
Year 9–12 $18.90 / $19.95
Year 13+ $21.00 / $22.05
ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER

Pay Structure Under Review

Animal Control Officer pay structure is currently under review.

CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER

$20.00/hour

Starting pay for the Code Enforcement Officer position.

ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION

Certification & Incentive Pay

Eligible employees may receive additional compensation for qualifying certifications, education, bilingual skills, and assigned duties in accordance with City policy.

Intermediate Peace Officer $40.00
Advanced Peace Officer $50.00
Master Peace Officer $60.00
TCOLE Instructor Certification $40.00
Mental Health Peace Officer Certification $40.00
Associate Degree $40.00
Bachelor’s or Higher $50.00
Bilingual $0.50/hour
FTO — When Trainer Assigned $1.00/hour

Civilian employees may also receive job-related certification pay for qualifying certifications applicable to their assigned position, in accordance with City policy.

QUESTIONS ABOUT PAY OR BENEFITS?

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