Police Recruiting Frequently Asked Questions

Is the City an equal opportunity employer?

Yes, the City of Arlington, TX is an equal opportunity employer. To view the department's latest Equal Employment Opportunity Utilization Report(PDF, 17KB).

How many times do I have to come to Arlington during the hiring process?

We do our best to work with out of state applicants, however; you should count on making three trips to Arlington to complete Phases I, II, and IV of the hiring process. To learn more about each phase, visit the Apply Today page and select the Hiring Process tab.

Why are your testing dates not listed on the website?

We are not a civil service agency and therefore, we do not administer a written test as part of the hiring process.

Once I submit my application, how long does it take to be contacted?

It can take 1 to 2 weeks to be contacted by someone in the Personnel Office. We appreciate your patience.

Who do I contact to participate in a Ride Along?

If you are a police applicant or college student interested in applying you may contact the Personnel Office at 817-459-5387.

How long does the hiring process take?

Your application is good for one year from your assigned Screening date. The timeframe in which you are assigned to a Background Investigator varies anywhere from 3 days to a year. Once you have been assigned to a Background Investigator it will take approximately 4 weeks to complete the background.

Contact a Recruiter

Officer Bryan Graham
817-459-5314 (phone)
Bryan.Graham@ArlingtonTX.gov

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