Entry-Level Police Cadet

Job overview

The Entry-Level Police Cadet role is onsite in Pearland, TX. The posting lists $27.86 per hour for cadets and $37.07 per hour for police officers; TCOLE-certified applicants may qualify for a $15,000 hiring incentive. The City of Pearland Police Department is recruiting through a civil service examination scheduled for October 10, 2026. The cadet recruitment process identifies candidates who meet the stated qualifications to pursue appointment as a peace officer. Applicants must meet the listed age, education or service alternatives, driver’s license, citizenship, and Texas Commission on Law Enforcement requirements.

What you'll do

• Meet the stated minimum qualifications
• take the entry-level police examination
• provide required documentation for any applicable military service points
• meet legal requirements to become a licensed Texas peace officer.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

police cadet

entry-level

police recruitment

civil service test

pearland tx

city of pearland

$27.86/hr cadet

$37.07/hr officer

tcole

$15,000 incentive

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• TCOLE-certified applicants may qualify for a $15,000 hiring incentive, paid as $576.93 per paycheck for the first 26 pay periods, subject to program terms.

About the employer

City of Pearland, TX is hiring for this role. Industry: Police Protection. Sector: 92.