SERVICE WITH RESPECT. DEDICATED TO PROTECT.
Join one of the most respected law enforcement agencies in the nation.
Why Choose FWPD?
Mission-Driven Team
Competitive Pay & Incentives
Community Support
Proudly Protecting Fort Worth
for Over 150 Years
1,700+
Sworn Officers
$76K
Entry Salary
60+
Specialized Units
100%
City-Paid Training
WHAT WE OFFER
Serve with purpose in a city that stands behind its officers. No matter where you start, there’s a path forward at FWPD.
Lower Cost of Living: Make your salary go
further compared to LA, Chicago, or Seattle.
Promotions Built In: Take your Corporal exam
after just two years of active service.
Endless Opportunity: Explore 60+ specialties
units, including SWAT and Cyber Crimes.
Community Support: Join a department
that’s backed by the city and its residents.
Entry-Level: Launch your law enforcement career
with expert training and guidance.
Lateral Entry: Step into a higher-paying role if
you’re already certified to serve.
Academy Life: Experience hands-on learning in a
structured, full-time academy.
Promotion Paths: Grow your career through clear
milestones and leadership roles.
HOW TO JOIN FWPD
From application to academy, here’s what to expect
at each stage.
Becoming a Fort Worth police officer is a step-by-step journey — and we’re here to guide you through it. From your initial application to your first day at the academy, each phase is designed to help us find the best candidates and prepare them for success in the field.
- Submit Application via Greenhouse
- Written Exam
- Physical Agility Test
- Background Investigation
- Oral Interview
- Psychological & Medical Exam
- Academy Start
MEET YOUR RECRUITERS
Your first connection to a career with purpose.
Our dedicated recruiting team is here to guide you
through every step of the hiring process. Whether you’re
just starting out or bringing years of experience, our
officers are ready to answer your questions, share insight
from the field, and help you take the next step toward
joining the Fort Worth Police Department.