Does the City of Fort Worth offer benefits, and if so, who are the providers?
The City offers Blue Cross/Blue Shield PPO medical coverage, including the option to participate in a Health Savings Account, and MetLife Dental coverage. The City of Fort Worth owns its own defined benefit retirement system, but additionally offers officers the opportunity to invest pre-tax dollars with TIAA-CREF in a 457(b) deferred compensation plan.
Does the City offer retirees medical benefits?
The City currently offers retirees health, dental, and vision coverage with applicable premiums paid by the retiree.
Does the Department offer take home vehicles?
Take-home vehicles are typically assigned to officers in specialized units with significant after-hours responsibilities.
Does the City require officers to live within city limits?
No, the Police Department does not require officers to live in the City of Fort Worth.
How long do you have to wait to promote or apply for a specialized unit?
Officers are eligible to take the promotional exam after 2 years of service. Each specialized unit sets their own requirements for experience, which are listed in the vacancy announcement for each specialized unit position.
Is riding two person mandatory or can you choose?
The Department utilizes one-person units, though officers are allowed to ride two person with supervisory permission.
Does the Department assign patrol vehicles?
Beat officers drive the patrol car assigned to their beat. Relief officers drive other vehicles on a first-come first-serve basis.
How long is the Academy?
The Police academy is 34 weeks.
Are Police Trainees paid during the Academy?
Yes, Police Trainees are paid $65,520 with benefits during the police academy.
What are the hours of the Academy?
6:30 AM to 3:30 PM, but those hours can vary depending on the training scheduled.