Police Trainee: Earn While You Train in Fort Worth

The City of Fort Worth; Police; On-site; PLN 226,000 - 279,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Fort Worth is hiring for a Police Trainee Program. Earn $5,460 per month while in Police Academy training and $6,725 per month ($80,709 annually) upon graduation. Test dates are Nov 4–7, 2026, with in-person testing at the Bob Bolen Public Safety Building, Fort Worth, TX.

Applicants must be US citizens, 20–50 years old, with a valid driver's license. Educational requirements include a high school diploma or GED with college credits; exam points may be added for veterans, education,

Qualifications

• Education requirement: High school diploma or GED with college credits as specified.
• Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to read/write English.
• Age: 20–50 years old; not be 51 by the last date of entry-level test.
• License: Must have a valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Police Trainee will undergo Academy training and related testing.
• Additional exam points may be awarded for veteran status, education, and cadet program completion.
• In-person exam, physical assessments, polygraph, interview, medical and background checks will be conducted.

Education

High school diploma; (or GED Certificate, plus 12 semester hours, with a "C" average, from an accredited college or university)

Job description

The City of Fort Worth is hiring for a Police Trainee Program. Earn $5,460 per month while in Police Academy training and $6,725 per month ($80,709 annually) upon graduation. Test dates are Nov 4–7, 2026, with in-person testing at the Bob Bolen Public Safety Building, Fort Worth, TX.

Applicants must be US citizens, 20–50 years old, with a valid driver's license. Educational requirements include a high school diploma or GED with college credits; exam points may be added for veterans, education,