The Hawkins Police Department is currently accepting applications for Certified Police Officers.

The City of Hawkins a small, close-knit community of approximately 1500 people located in East texas near Beautiful Lake Hawkins.

The Hawkins Police Department partners with our community to prevent crime, maintain peace, and protect life and property. We endeavor to serve our citizens with integrity, respect and always mindful of their rights afforded to them under our Constitution.

Establish and maintain effective public relations between the Police Department and the community

Follow proper procedures set forth by the Department regarding police investigations, reports, evidence handling , and other police processes.

Preserve order, protect life and property, enforce laws and municipal ordinances, investigate and prevent crime.

Obey departmental rules, regulations, policies , and propcedures, and maintain al departmental records, books, files , property, evidence and equipment.

Function within the chain of command with clearly defined communications channels.

Be able to provide credible testimonty in a court of of law 

Support and uphold the city's community policing philosophy

Demonstrate professionalism and teamwork

Must be TCOLE certified 

Be a United States Citizen

High School Diploma or GED 

Valid texa Driver's License

Be at least 21 years of age

Not convicted of a felony offense 

Not have been convicted of any offense involving family violence

The chance to be a part of our small town family and not just another employee number

Vacation Provided 

Sick Leave Provided 

TMRS Retirement 

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage 

Certification pay 

Longevity Pay 

Uniforms

Leather Gear 

Duty Weapon

Rifle

Body Armor