Employment

The City of Terrell Hills is currently accepting applications for the position(s) listed below. 

The City of Terrell Hills is accepting applications for (1) Police Officer position.

STARTING RATE: $5,443.93 to 6,203.64 monthly, and paid overtime. Education and professional certification pay. Experienced applicants can receive credit for up to 5 years (8%) longevity for past work history.    

BENEFITS: TMRS 7% 2 to 1 City match, 100% employee medical/dental/vision insurance paid, 24 vacation days per year, 8 hours sick time earned per month, and direct deposit. 

POSITION SUMMARY: Enforces federal, state and local laws and ordinances under general direction. Performs various duties to support law enforcement activities as well as provide service to the citizens in an efficient and professional manner. Patrols city streets, parks, commercial and residential areas to preserve the peace and enforce the laws and ordinances. Responds to calls for service; investigates accident scenes, criminal activity reports, civil and domestic disturbances, missing person reports, reports of prowlers and illegal drug activities, etc.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED. Applicant must be certified and licensed in Texas as a Police Officer, hold a basic TCOLE certification, and have a valid Class “C” Texas driver license with an acceptable driving record. Applicants must pass a written examination, background investigation, interview, pre-employment physical, psychological (if required) and pre-employment drug screen tests; also have the ability to work any shift.

To APPLY, click here to download an employment application. The application deadline is 05/05/2025, at 5:00 P.M. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of filling out an application but can be attached to a completed application. Incomplete applications will not be processed.

Applicants who successfully submit their application by the deadline will be notified of the date and time for the written examination.

Submit completed applications by mail or hand delivered to:

Terrell Hills Police Department 5100 N. New Braunfels San Antonio, Texas 78209

Completed applications can also be submitted by email to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

The City of Terrell Hills is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

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