Police Trainee: Start Earning While You Train

The City of Fort Worth; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 61,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Fort Worth is recruiting for a Police Trainee Program in Fort Worth, TX. The position pays $5,460 per month while in Police Academy Training and $6,725 per month (about $80,709 annually) after graduation.

Online applications run Aug 28, 2026 through Oct 11, 2026, with tests scheduled Nov 4–7, 2026 at the Bob Bolen Public Safety Building. Applicants must have a high school diploma (or GED with college credits), be a U.S.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 12 college hours and a C average.
• Must be U.S. citizen and able to read/write English.
• Age 20–50 years; 20 at entry test, not 51 by entry date.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for Police Academy Training and testing.
• Submit required documents and follow application process.
• Participate in written/electronic exams and background checks.

Skills

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma; GED with 12 semester hours

Job description

The City of Fort Worth is recruiting for a Police Trainee Program in Fort Worth, TX. The position pays $5,460 per month while in Police Academy Training and $6,725 per month (about $80,709 annually) after graduation.

Online applications run Aug 28, 2026 through Oct 11, 2026, with tests scheduled Nov 4–7, 2026 at the Bob Bolen Public Safety Building. Applicants must have a high school diploma (or GED with college credits), be a U.S.