Request Off-Duty APD Officers for Security

Off-duty APD officers can be hired to provide security for private events and businesses / organizations within the City of Arlington. 

To submit your request, contact the APD Personnel & Recruiting Unit via email by clicking here or by calling (817) 459-5733. We ask that you give as much advance notice as possible. Short turnarounds may not be able to be fulfilled.

Jobs must be a minimum of three hours. Once you submit your request, APD personnel will follow up with you and provide information about cost and payment options.

When making your request, please provide the following information:

  • The date / time / location you need officers
  • Anticipated attendance at the event
  • Will alcohol be served at the event?
  • A point of contact

Please note that festivals and other large-scale, outdoor events may require a city-issued Special Event Permit. To learn more about that process visit the City of Arlington's Planning & Development site. 

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