Summary
City of San Marcos announces a Civil Service Examination to establish an eligibility list for hiring Police Officers. The list remains valid for one year or until exhausted. Deadline to apply is December 28, 2026, with test date January 8, 2027 at the San Marcos Activity Center.Starting salaries vary by certification: Cadet $64,821; TCOLE Sworn Officer $73,734.83; Lateral Entry up to $96,617.55. A $5,000 hiring incentive is offered for certified TCOLE officers.#J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Description
City of San Marcos announces a Civil Service Examination to establish an eligibility list for hiring Police Officers. The list remains valid for one year or until exhausted. Deadline to apply is December 28, 2026, with test date January 8, 2027 at the San Marcos Activity Center.Starting salaries vary by certification: Cadet $64,821; TCOLE Sworn Officer $73,734.83; Lateral Entry up to $96,617.55. A $5,000 hiring incentive is offered for certified TCOLE officers.#J-18808-Ljbffr
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