NOTICE OF CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATION.
ENTRY-LEVEL POLICE OFFICER
City of Cedar Park, Texas
 
EXAMINATION INFO:
Date: Thursday, September 10, 2020 and Friday, September 11, 2020

Time: 8:30 AM and 1:30 PM

Place: Cedar Park Recreation Center - Gym
           1435 Main Street       
           Cedar Park, Texas 78613

EXAM ASSIGNMENT:
Applicant will be notified by August 28, 2020 of the date and time of their examination.

EACH APPLICANT WILL BE ASSIGNED TO ONE (1) EXAM DATE AND TIME. APPLICANTS WILL BE ADMITTED ONLY TO THIER ASSIGNED EXAM. THERE WILL BE NO TRADING OF EXAM ASSIGNMENTS OR ADMITTANCE TO ANOTHER EXAM. 

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Monday, August 24, 2020 at 12:00 pm

ELIGIBILITY LIST: The Eligibility List established through this testing will be effective for 180 days from the date of the test or until the list is exhausted, whichever comes first.

APPLICATION PROCESS: The Cedar Park Application for Employment must be submitted through the Human Resources on-line application system no later than, Monday, August 24, 2020, at 12:00 pm. It is important that your application show all the education and experience you possess. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. Resume, cover letters, and/or any other documentation submitted will not be accepted in lieu of the online application, you must include your duties (do not input "See Resume") in the Work History section of the online application.
Applicants who possess military discharge papers (DD-214) must provide a full and clear copy of the document (make sure that important information is not cut off by the copier. i.e., the disposition or status details) no later then September 3, 2020.
Five points shall be added to the examination grade of an applicant who served in the United States Armed Forces, received an honorable discharge and makes a passing grade on the examination.
Upon completion of the online application, you will receive an automatic response
indicating that your application has been received. The Human Resources Department will then review your application for completeness and will verify all necessary documents have been attached by the application deadline (see Entry-Level Police Examination Informational Packet),  Applicants that have a complete application by the application deadline and meet the minimum requirements will be emailed an invitation to take the Civil Service Entry examination along details to include date and time of your examination, check-in procedures, examination procedures/standards, physical fitness/physical ability test information and study guide information.
Please note: even if you have previously applied for a position with the City of Cedar Park Police Department, you must submit a new application through our online application process to be considered in this hiring process.

Failure to follow the directions given in this notification may disqualify you from further consideration for employment. The on-line application must be answered in its entirety. Deliberate misstatements or omissions can and often will result in your application being rejected, regardless of the nature or reason for the misstatements/omissions.

Acceptable Experience, Training, Certifications and Licenses

The City of Cedar Park has adopted Civil Service for Public Safety and all hiring processes are conducted in accordance with established Civil Service Rules and Chapter 143 of the Local Government Code. Applicants for police officer shall meet the following criteria in order to be considered for any entry-level position:

• Achieve a minimum passing score of seventy (70) percent on the written examination
• Pass a comprehensive background investigation; which may include a polygraph or similar investigative/evaluation tool per discretion of the Department head;
• Successfully complete the physical fitness/physical ability test;
• Successfully complete the other situational reasoning testing and assessment;
• Pass oral interviews;
• Successfully complete a post-job offer psychological examination and medical examination that includes passing a visual acuity test, and physician certification that the applicant is not dependent on and does not use illegal drugs. An applicant for police officer must posses an uncorrected visual acuity of 20/100 or better in each eye with both eyes correctable to at least 20/20 binocular vision with contact lenses; and the ability to distinguish basic color groups;
• Be at least twenty-one (21) years of age at the time of hire;
• Be a graduate of an accredited high school or have an equivalency certificate;
• Have a valid Texas driver's license at the date of hire;
• Be a citizen of the United States by birth or naturalization;
• Be able to read, write, and speak the English language;
• Be of good moral character;
• Shall not be prohibited from carrying a firearm or possessing ammunition;
• Be certified as a peace officer as established by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) at time of appointment as an Entry-Level Police Officer; and
• Meet all requirements as established in Texas Civil Service law in accordance with the Texas Local Government Code, Cedar Park Local Civil Service Rules, and any amended articles agreed upon through the established Meet and Confer process.

*Applicants not certified as a Peace Officer as established by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) are eligible to take the entrance exam. Applicants without a TCOLE Certification may be hired as a Non-Civil Service cadet and compensated at $23.50.     As a Non-Civil Service cadet you must be able to meet all legal requirements for future licensing and certification required by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE). For a complete list of the state's licensing requirements please visit TCOLE at www.tcole.texas.gov
 

Supplemental Information

IMPORTANT NOTICE ABOUT COVID-19The City of Cedar Park participates in social distancing to prevent the spread of Covid-19. Please stay home if you have symptoms, are awaiting the results of a COVID-19 test or have been advised to self-quarantine. Candidates will adhere to social distancing guidance before, during, and after the written examination. Visit https://www.cedarparktexas.gov/departments/homeland-security-emergency-management/covid-19-coronavirus-information    For the most up to date City information.

Officer Pay Plan FY 20 click here

Entry-Level Police Examination Informational Packet click here.

FAQ

• Do I need to attach my Military Discharge Document (DD214, Form 4)?
  • Yes, to receive Military Service credit for a passing score of 70%, or better. A DD214, Form 4; must be attached to application or received by Human Resources no later than September 3, 2020.
• Tattoos?
  • Click here to view the Police Department Standard Operations Guide (SOG).
• What not to bring to the testing site?
  • Hats, smart watches, cell phones, weapons, calculators, purses and bags.
• Where do I find the Study Guide Material?
  • Study material can be purchased through Industrial/Organizational Solutions - https://iosolutions.com/shop/?swoof=1&pa_examination=lst
• Will face masks be required?
  • Yes, face masks need to be worn at all times.
• Is there a dress attire to test?
  • No, there is no certain dress attire to test.