How do I confirm that you received my registration form?
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Applicants will be notified within 5-7 business days via e-mail whether or not they are eligible to sit for the exam. If eligible, the entrance slip will be sent via e-mail; if disqualified, a letter will be sent via e-mail. As unknown e-mail reverts to "junk" it is the responsibility of the applicant to check both their "inbox" and "junk". Do not call to verify if your fax was received but rather rely on your confirmation sheet.
Do you have a study guide for the police entrance exam?
(Please wait to wait to hear if you are eligible to sit for the exam before purchasing the study guide).
What type of questions are on the police entrance exam?
- The Civil Service Test is a general aptitude test. The City of Plano Human Resources Department is responsible for creating the test questions.
When is the next Civil Service Test?
Our next test has not yet been announced but we anticipate that it will occur in the summer of 2012.
If you are interested in taking a future Civil Service Examination for the position of Police Officer,
click here to submit your name into an upcoming employment opportunity database with the City of
Plano Police Department.
How do I sign up for the Civil Service Test?
Please visit the employment webpage for instructions on registering for the Civil Service Test.
What are the educational requirements to be a recruit police officer with the City of Plano?
- Applicants must have a Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university by hire date.
- In lieu of a college degree, we will accept applicants who have earned at least 60 college semester hours from an accredited institution by hire date in addition to having three (3) years active military service, or two (2) years full-time, paid sworn law enforcement experience.
What is the current salary for officers?
- Recruit Officers earn $53,523 annually.
- TCLEOSE Certified Officers earn $57,763 and after 36 months earn $72,285.
- Please see our link to benefits and salaries for a current copy of the Compensation Plan.
What are the requirements for a lateral transfer?
- Civil Service rules and regulations prohibit lateral transfer to the Plano Police Department from other agencies.
Visit the Texas Commission on Law Enforcements Officer Standards and Education (TCLEOSE) website: http://www.tcleose.state.tx.us/ for more information about challenging the exam if you are not currently a licensed Peace Officer in Texas.
Do I have to be a U.S. citizen?
How old do you have to be to become a police officer?
- Applicants must be at least 21 years of age at the time of testing.
Persons age 45 or older are not eligible to test with the Plano Police Department.
How do I find out about other jobs within the police department?
- Call the 24-Hour INFORMATION HOTLINE: Career (972) 941-7116