One City * One Team

 


Welcome — You've come to the right place.

 

On behalf of the dedicated men and women of the Dallas Police Department, thank you for taking the time to visit us. Established in 1881, we’re not just one of the largest police departments in Texas — we’re one of the largest in the nation. We serve more than one million residents across 385 square miles, and we take pride in building a team that reflects the diverse, dynamic communities we protect. 


We don’t just hire anyone — we recruit top-tier talent, and we invest in them. With over 100 specialized units and more advancement opportunities than most agencies can offer, this isn’t just a job — it’s a career. A big one. Think you have what it takes? Start by exploring our site. You'll find everything you need to know about our hiring process, training, and what it really means to be part of a high-performing police force. 

 

This is where your future in law enforcement begins.

 

Daniel C. Comeaux

Chief of Police


"To any women thinking about joining, just do it!"

Recruiting Schedule


Aug 12
10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Copperas Cover Regional Hiring Event

10AM-2PM – Copperas Cove Civic Center, 1206 W. Ave. B, Copperas Cove, TX 76522

Camp Mabry, Bldg. 8 Drill Hall

2200 W. 35th St., Austin, TX 78703

Aug 12
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Fitness Connection

4:00PM-7:00PM, 3888 Irving Mall, Irving, TX 75062

Irving Mall

3888 Irving Mall, Irving, TX 75062

Aug 20
10:00 am - 5:00 pm

South Area Job Fair

10:00AM-5:00PM, 625 E, Hopkins Street, San Marcos, TX 78666

South Area

625 E, Hopkins Street, San Marcos, TX 78666

Aug 20
10:00 am - 3:00 pm

San Diego Recruiting Trip

10:00AM-3:00PM, San Diego Naval Base, NBSD Career Center Bldg. 263, 3755 Brinser St, Ste. 1, San Diego, CA 92136

San Diego Naval Base

3755 Brinser St, Ste. 1, San Diego, CA 92136

Aug 21
8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Dallas Police On-Site Hiring Event

8AM-4PM - Must Apply Online and Pass Civil Service to Attend. Dallas Police Headquarters, 1400 Botham Jean Blvd., Dallas, TX 75215 - Click here to contact a recruiter

Dallas Police Headquarters

1400 Botham Jean Blvd., Dallas, TX 75215

Aug 21
11:00 am - 3:00 pm

San Diego Recruiting Trip

11:00AM-3:00PM, Military Community Hiring Event, 202850 San Jacinto Rd., Camp Pendleton, CA 92055

Camp Pendleton

202850 San Jacinto Rd., Camp Pendleton, CA 92055

Aug 21
11:00 am - 3:00 pm

San Antonio Recruiting Military Job Fair

11:00AM-3:00Pm, San Antonio Shrine Auditorium Ballroom, 901 N. Loop 1604 W, San Antonio, TX 78232

San Antonio Shrine Auditorium Ballroom

901 N. Loop 1604 W., San Antonio, TX 78232

Aug 21
11:00 am - 5:00 pm

Dallas Career Fair

11:00AM-5:00PM, Double Tree Hotel, 2015 Market Center Blvd, Dallas, TX 75207

Double Tree Hotel

2015 Market Center Blvd., Dallas, TX 75207

Aug 22
11:00 am - 12:30 pm

San Diego Recruiting Trip

11:00AM-12:30PM, MCCS Mini Career Expo, 202850 San Jacinto Rd., Camp Pendleton, CA 92055

Camp Pendleton

202850 San Jacinto Rd., Camp Pendleton, CA 92055

Aug 26
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Palo Alto Career Fair

1:00PM-3:00PM, 1400 W. Villaret Blvd., San Antonio, TX 78224

Brazos Hall

1400 W. Villaret Blvd., San Antonio, TX 78224


To Become A Dallas Police Officer
Please Apply Here