What are the responsibilities and job description for the CIVIL SERVICE TESTING ANNOUNCEMENT - Police Entrance Examination - Test Date: Tuesday November 3, 2026 position at cityoflufkin?
CIVIL SERVICE TEST
POLICE ENTRANCE EXAMINATION
RECRUIT PAY: $56,500.00
LPD SALARY RANGE: $64,975.00 to $ $101,670.40 special assignment pays.
No experience required
The results of this examination will establish an eligibility list which will remain in effect for twelve months, or until such time as the list is exhausted.
The City of Lufkin, Texas will be administering an Entrance Examination for Civil Service Police Officer at 9:00 A.M. on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. The location of this examination will be at the Pitser Garrison Convention Center, 601 N. Second St., Lufkin, Texas, 75901.
NO LATE ARRIVALS WILL BE ALLOWED TO ENTER
All individuals who are interested in taking the entrance exam for possible employment with the City of Lufkin Police Department can complete the application process on-line.
You must present a valid driver's license at the time of the test.
Individuals who have served in the military and desire to have an additional five (5) points added to their passing score (70), must provide proof that they have an Honorable Discharge from active-duty service of 180 days or more in the United States Armed Forces. Applicants must submit a copy of their DD214 that states "honorable discharge" from active-duty service along with the City of Lufkin Registration Form by 11:59 PM CST, Tuesday, October 27, 2026.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Age: You must be 21 yrs. of age. There is no upper age limit.
- Education: High School diploma or equivalent
Lateral entry available for experienced officers.
All applicants scoring 70 or above on the examination will be tested for physical agility. Bring appropriate clothing for the agility testing (shorts, tennis shoes, t-shirt, etc.). The physical fitness standards exam consists of one physical exam. The test and its time restrictions is as follows: 2000 Meter Row on Concept 2 Row Machine. Time is based on age and weight and can be determined by using the DPS fitness standard calculator. Times are based on 50% maximum on level 5 of the Concept 2 Rower.
IT IS THE POLICY OF THE CITY OF LUFKIN TO PROVIDE EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY TO ALL INDIVIDUALS WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, MARITAL STATUS, AGE, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, HANDICAP OR VETERAN STATUS.
This position is an essential service position and will require providing services during emergency situations.
Human Resources Department
Lufkin City Hall
300 E. Shepherd Ave.
Lufkin, TX 75901
Salary : $56,500 - $101,670