Police Officer

Summary

Police Officer and Firefighter Civil Service Entrance Exams are conducted on an as needed basis. (Lockhart Police Officer and Firefighter Entrance Exams are governed by the Local Government Code, Chapter 143-Civil Service).

Police Officer Application Packet (PDF)
PD Salary & Benefits (PDF)

There is currently not a Fire Fighter entrance exam scheduled at this time.
Fire Fighter Application (PDF)
Fire Fighter Salary & Benefits (PDF)

City of Lockhart Local Civil Service Rules and Regulations (PDF)

Join the Lockhart Police Department

Duty, Honor, Community

Do you have what it takes to join the ranks of the LPD? The Lockhart Police Department is community focused and operates with honor and respect to our citizens. We are looking for individuals who are duty driven and are career oriented. With focused leadership and the bright future ahead, we need individuals who can answer the high calling of being a Lockhart Police Officer or Dispatcher (Telecommunicator). Ask yourself, are you ready?

We are testing on April 24th, 2026, for certified and non-certified Peace Officer applicants!! Click the link below for details!! Start your career today!!

Testing study guide material is now available (see link below)

*THE NATIONAL (POLICE OFFICER SELECTION TEST) POST EXAMINATION IS USED BY THE DEPARTMENT. THE DEPARTMENT DOES NOT OFFER STUDY OR PRACTICE MATERIAL. THE MANUFACTURER OF THE EXAM DOES HAVE MATERIAL FOR CONSIDERATION. VISIT THE STANARD AND ASSOCIATES WEB SITE FOR MORE INFORMATION.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ON FUTURE CAREER OPPORTUNITIES, CALL 512-398-4401; ext. 292 OR EMAIL DWILLIAMS@PS.LOCKHART-TX.ORG or DHAYES@PS.LOCKHART-TX.ORG.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE WITH OUR VICTIMS ASSISTANCE TEAM. TO FIND OUT HOW YOU CAN HELP: CALL 512-398-4401; ext. 289 OR EMAIL TRAMSEY@PS.LOCKHART-TX.ORG

$10,000 sign on bonus for TCOLE certified officers at the date of hire!

• Competitive pay with step pay scale
• Certification Pay
• Cadet Pay
• Education Pay
• Longevity Pay
• Civil Service benefits
• Assignment Pay for Detectives
• Field Training Officer
• Bailiff Warrant Officer
• K9 Officer
• Shift Differential Pay
• Bilingual Pay
• Uniforms, equipment and firearm provided
• Uniform allowance for Detectives
• 3 weeks vacation leave annually
• 3 weeks sick leave annually
• 13 paid holidays annually
• 1 personal holiday annually
• Retirement
• Life Insurance
• Health Insurance

*Certain conditions apply to be eligible for the outlined above. Please refer to the Application Packet or the Civil Service Director for further information.

If you have any questions, please contact:
Julie Bowermon, Civil Service Director
308 West San Antonio Street, PO Box 239
Lockhart, Texas 78644
512-398-3461

Job Description

Police Officer and Firefighter Civil Service Entrance Exams are conducted on an as needed basis. (Lockhart Police Officer and Firefighter Entrance Exams are governed by the Local Government Code, Chapter 143-Civil Service).

Police Officer Application Packet (PDF)
PD Salary & Benefits (PDF)

There is currently not a Fire Fighter entrance exam scheduled at this time.
Fire Fighter Application (PDF)
Fire Fighter Salary & Benefits (PDF)

City of Lockhart Local Civil Service Rules and Regulations (PDF)

Join the Lockhart Police Department

Duty, Honor, Community

Do you have what it takes to join the ranks of the LPD? The Lockhart Police Department is community focused and operates with honor and respect to our citizens. We are looking for individuals who are duty driven and are career oriented. With focused leadership and the bright future ahead, we need individuals who can answer the high calling of being a Lockhart Police Officer or Dispatcher (Telecommunicator). Ask yourself, are you ready?

We are testing on April 24th, 2026, for certified and non-certified Peace Officer applicants!! Click the link below for details!! Start your career today!!

Testing study guide material is now available (see link below)

*THE NATIONAL (POLICE OFFICER SELECTION TEST) POST EXAMINATION IS USED BY THE DEPARTMENT. THE DEPARTMENT DOES NOT OFFER STUDY OR PRACTICE MATERIAL. THE MANUFACTURER OF THE EXAM DOES HAVE MATERIAL FOR CONSIDERATION. VISIT THE STANARD AND ASSOCIATES WEB SITE FOR MORE INFORMATION.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ON FUTURE CAREER OPPORTUNITIES, CALL 512-398-4401; ext. 292 OR EMAIL DWILLIAMS@PS.LOCKHART-TX.ORG or DHAYES@PS.LOCKHART-TX.ORG.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE WITH OUR VICTIMS ASSISTANCE TEAM. TO FIND OUT HOW YOU CAN HELP: CALL 512-398-4401; ext. 289 OR EMAIL TRAMSEY@PS.LOCKHART-TX.ORG

$10,000 sign on bonus for TCOLE certified officers at the date of hire!

• Competitive pay with step pay scale
• Certification Pay
• Cadet Pay
• Education Pay
• Longevity Pay
• Civil Service benefits
• Assignment Pay for Detectives
• Field Training Officer
• Bailiff Warrant Officer
• K9 Officer
• Shift Differential Pay
• Bilingual Pay
• Uniforms, equipment and firearm provided
• Uniform allowance for Detectives
• 3 weeks vacation leave annually
• 3 weeks sick leave annually
• 13 paid holidays annually
• 1 personal holiday annually
• Retirement
• Life Insurance
• Health Insurance

*Certain conditions apply to be eligible for the outlined above. Please refer to the Application Packet or the Civil Service Director for further information.

If you have any questions, please contact:
Julie Bowermon, Civil Service Director
308 West San Antonio Street, PO Box 239
Lockhart, Texas 78644
512-398-3461