Police Officer - Lateral (Out-of-State)
Apply NowCompany: City of Sugar Land, TX
Location: Sugar Land, TX 77479
Description:
Salary : $82,201.60 Annually
Location : 1200 Highway 6 South Sugar Land, TX
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2400167
Department: Police
Opening Date: 04/04/2025
Closing Date: 5/2/2025 5:00 PM Central
Position Description
The City of Sugar Land is inviting law enforcement professionals who are interested in a full-time position as a Police Officer - Lateral (Out of State) to apply to join our amazing City!
Why Should You Join Our Team?
The City of Sugar Land is located on the southwest side of Houston and is one of the fastest growing communities in the state. With a population of 111,000+, Sugar Land has been repeatedly ranked as one of America's safest cities in the past ten years. Sugar Land boasts a diverse population, entertainment venues and a vibrant business community. The Sugar Land Police Department is a CALEA accredited department of over 180 sworn officers with opportunities for specialized assignments and training.
The City of Sugar Land, a municipality with a population of 111,026, provides the highest quality of affordable services to meet the needs of its residents. And our citizens agree-the most recent Citizen Satisfaction Survey told us that 95% of our residents love calling Sugar Land home and 10% say that nothing would make their lives better than it already is, but we look to the future and work hard to make our community and the world better than we can even imagine.
We have an informal work environment but are serious about what we do. We believe that happy, diverse and talented employees add value to the City. We do our best to hire friendly, professional people who work hard and play well with others. We also promote a healthy work-life balance and personal development.
WE ARE TRAILBLAZERS! Relentless in Our Pursuit of Good so that Our Employees, Residents, and Businesses Can Enjoy a Life Better than They Can Even Imagine.
Our trailblazing culture focuses on our employees, our citizens and the services we provide our community. We are a data driven and innovative full-service municipality located approximately 20 miles southwest of downtown Houston that invests in our team and offers real opportunities for career growth. We pay our Lateral Police Officers a starting salary of $36.35 to $39.52 per hour depending on qualifications, plus a sign-on bonus of $10,000.We also offer great benefits and perks available on your first day of employment, including:City-subsidized health benefits; life and disability insurance; a variety of voluntary benefits; a robust pension plan with TMRS to set you up for a fulfilling retirement; and a positive team-oriented culture stemming from a long-term commitment to innovation and inclusion.
Benefits At-A-Glance:
Our City Mission:WE ARE TRAILBLAZERS! Relentless in Our Pursuit of Good so that Our Employees, Residents, and Businesses Can Enjoy a Life Better than They Can Even Imagine.
Our Employee Values: Our values ignite passion, drive, and a sense of purpose, fostering a thriving and successful organizational culture!
We follow the BLAZE Values:
Bold: We encourage each other to be bold in our ideas, decisions, and actions. We embrace innovation and take risks to drive progress.
Loyal: We are loyal to each other, the City and our Mission and Vision. We support each other to foster a cohesive and collaborative work environment. We celebrate our successes and address the challenges facing us, together.
Adaptable: We are resilient because we adapt to changing landscapes and market dynamics. We are flexible and understand the need for work-life balance. We embrace new technologies and evolving trends.
Zealous: We are committed to excellence in all endeavors. We encourage each other to strive for the highest standards of public service, quality, and performance. We hold ourselves, and each other, accountable for our words and actions.
Empowered: We are empowered with the necessary resources, opportunities, and responsibilities to excel in our roles. We seek out opportunities for development and growth, and help others do the same. We are inclusive, we embrace our differences and recognize the strength that comes from different perspectives and experiences.
We are TrailBLAZErs!
Summary of Duties
Requirements for Police Officer - Lateral (Out of State)
A Police Officer - Lateral (Out of State) is an individual who has attended a Police Academy, or its military equivalent, and is certified and commissioned as a Peace Officer by a governmental entity in the United States or the United States Armed Forces. Police Officer - Lateral (Out of State) applicants will be required to challenge TCOLE and obtain licensure within 180 days of this application.
Minimum Qualifications
Qualified candidates must have:at least three years of service as a sworn peace officer, or equivalent, with one agency. This three years of service must be with their most recent police agency. Note: Officers with less than the required years of service or who do not meet the criteria listed below should apply in a separate job posting as "Police Officer - Certified." It is preferred that lateral experience be obtained at an agency and in a position where the applicant:
The Chief of Police shall make the final determination as to whether an applicant meets the criteria for the Police Lateral Entry Program. The Chief's decision shall be final and non-appealable.
In addition, qualified candidates must be a U.S. Citizen, have a valid driver's license with a good driving record and a stable employment record with no history of any conduct which may affect suitability for law enforcement work. Candidates must pass each step of the selection process, which includes: physical fitness test, oral interview board, polygraph test, and a thorough background investigation. Candidates should be aware that sensitive or confidential aspects of their personal lives will be explored. A job description for a City of Sugar Land Certified Police Officer is posted on-line. Non-smokers are preferred. Police Officer - Lateral (Out of State) applicants will be required to challenge TCOLE and obtain licensure within 180 days of this application. Candidates who have applied with the expectation TCOLE licensure, or TCOLE licensure through Out-of-State or Federal challenges, within the specified time frame who ultimately do not complete that requirement will be discharged from the hiring process unless they meet other requirements allowing them to continue in the hiring process.
Compensation
Recruitment/Selection Process
(You must pass each step of the selection process before you go to the next step.)
Step 1: Complete an Application
Applications will only be accepted during the specified period. Qualified candidates will be notified by e-mail that they are eligible to test and provided available testing dates to schedule. To complete an application, go toclick on "Employment", scroll to the list of open positions and select "Police Officer - Lateral (Out of State)". You must complete the on-line application.
Step 2: Testing (Physical Assessment and Interview Panel -scheduled for same day)A physical assessment will be administered. Applicants will be required to pass the Texas DPS 2000 meter row standard at 40%. An interview will be conducted with those applicants who have passed the physical assessment. This interview is pass or fail, and will consist of 3 parts: getting to know the applicant job knowledge questions situational reasoning questions
Step 3: Oral Review Board
Following the preliminary interview, applicants will be scheduled for an in depth interview with the Oral Review Board. This interview is pass or fail, and will consist of 3 parts, offering a deeper assessment compared to the prior preliminary interview.
1. Getting to know the applicant
2. Job knowledge questions
3. Situational reasoning questions
Step 4: Background Packet Submission and Investigation
Applicants who pass the phases of testing and interview panel will submit their completed personal history statement to the Training Unit. A background investigation will be conducted.
Step 5: Polygraph Examination Applicants who pass the background investigation and are being considered for sworn employment will undergo a polygraph examination.
Related Time Periods and Information:
This process will remain open until positions are filled. If an applicant is rejected for any of the reasons listed in the "Rejection Criteria", they will be required to wait the specified time to apply again.
Final Steps: Eligibility Pool, Conditional Job Offer, Medical and Psychological Testing
Candidates who pass all of the above are placed in an eligibility (applicant) pool. This is not a guarantee of employment; however, the City of Sugar Land does make job offers from the applicant pool. Subsequently, if a conditional job offer is made to a candidate by the Chief of Police, the candidate must successfully complete medical and psychological exams before a final job offer is made by the People & Culture Department.
Additional Information
Candidates should be aware that sensitive or confidential aspects of their personal lives will be explored.
Equal Opportunity Employer - Drug Free Workplace
Posted 04/04/2025
*Sign-On Bonus will be distributed in three phases:
$2,500.00 upon initial start
$2,500 upon completion of Field Training
$5,000 upon completion of 1 year of employment
For detailed information and to apply online please visit our website at and look under "Job
Opportunities". For any other inquiries please contact the Sugar Land Police Department Training Unit at 281-275-2914.
CITY OF SUGAR LAND's OVERVIEW OF EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Employee contribution: 7%
City matches 2:1 with 5-year vesting
Retirement Eligibility:
1) Age 60 + vested; or
2) 20 years of service, any age
The City recognizes 10 Holidays per calendar year, which includes one floating Holiday. In lieu of a floating holiday,
firefighters will receive September 11th, Patriot Day, as a fixed holiday.
0 -2nd Year 10 days per year
3 -10 Years 15 days per year
11+ Years 20 days per year
First Year 10 days per year
2-10 Years 15 days per year
11+ Years 20 days per year
8 hours per month, to a maximum of 1,040 hours
12 hours per month, to a maximum of 1,456 hours
Annual conversion of sick leave to vacation
Sick Days Used from 01/01 to 12/31 Eligible Sick Days for Conversion
1 day or less taken 3 days
Up to 2 days 2 days
More than 2 days and up to 4 days 1 day
More than 4 days 0 day
After one year of employment, employees will receive an annual payment of $4.00 per month of employment with the City for the first 25 years of continuous employment (maximum of $1,200 annually). Qualified employees receive longevity payments each December.
Premium contributions for the medical and dental plans as well as Flexible Spending Accounts and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts are available to all full-time employees through this arrangement.
The City contributes to employee and dependent coverage in the HMO, HDHP and dental plans offered.
Medical HSA KelseyCare Gold KelseyCare Blue Employee Only $101.44 $19.56 $0.00 EE + Spouse $346.60 $144.55 $96.48 EE + Child(ren) $257.51 $106.09 $66.79 EE + Family $454.39 $202.24 $141.00 Dental DPPO DHMO Employee Only $7.35 $3.14 EE + Spouse $18.49 $5.89 EE + Child(ren) $17.90 $8.45 EE + Family $31.41 $10.33 Vision Plan Employee Only $7.35 EE + Spouse $18.49 EE + Child(ren) $17.90 EE + Family $31.41
Employees can voluntarily elect to purchase vision care insurance for themselves and their eligible dependents.
Employees can voluntarily elect to purchase through payroll deduction: Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, and Hospital policies for themselves and their eligible dependents. (Rates are age-banded. Employee must contact representative directly for rates and enrollment.)
The City provides all employees annual salary of life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) coverage of one-time annual salary with a minimum of $50,000.
The City provides employees with Long Term Disability in the amount of 60% of your salary (depending on position category) to a maximum of $7,500 per month. Benefits begin after 90 days of disability and may continue to Social Security Normal Retirement Age (SSNRA) if you qualify. LTD is designed to replace a reasonable portion of your income in case of
serious injury or sickness whether on or off the job. Benefits will be offset by any payments from SS, Workers Comp and other income offsets.
Employees can elect supplemental life insurance and AD&D coverage up to $750,000 for themselves and up to $250,000 for their spouse; as well as $15,000 of life insurance for child(ren).
This optional benefit allows employees to receive 70% of their weekly salary, to a maximum of $1,500 per week (tax free), following either Option A: a 30-calendar day elimination period; or Option B: a 7-calendar (injury) or 14-calendar (illness) elimination period, for a maximum of 90-calendar days from on-set per qualifying incident.
Employees can voluntarily elect to participate in a legal access/assistance plan at a base cost of $7.87 per pay period. Optional plans are also available. (Employee must contact representative directly for rates and enrollment.)
Employees are allowed to contribute to this optional program at a minimum set by the plan administrator and a maximum set annually by the IRS. Currently the City contracts with 2 administrators for this program: Dearborn & Creggs ($50 per month minimum contribution); and ICMA-RC ($1.00 per month min. contribution). The maximum contribution for 2023 is $19,500
and $6,500 for age 50 + catch-up.
Houston Federal Credit Union: (866) OUR-HFCU
Brazos Valley Schools Credit Union: (855) 391-2149
The EAP is designed to provide employees and their dependents with professional, cost-effective assistance in resolving difficult personal problems. Individual, voluntary involvement in the EAP is confidential. The City's EAP administrator is Alliance Work Partners (AWP) at 1-800-343-3822. Registration code: AWP-COSL-3822
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Location : 1200 Highway 6 South Sugar Land, TX
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2400167
Department: Police
Opening Date: 04/04/2025
Closing Date: 5/2/2025 5:00 PM Central
Position Description
The City of Sugar Land is inviting law enforcement professionals who are interested in a full-time position as a Police Officer - Lateral (Out of State) to apply to join our amazing City!
Why Should You Join Our Team?
The City of Sugar Land is located on the southwest side of Houston and is one of the fastest growing communities in the state. With a population of 111,000+, Sugar Land has been repeatedly ranked as one of America's safest cities in the past ten years. Sugar Land boasts a diverse population, entertainment venues and a vibrant business community. The Sugar Land Police Department is a CALEA accredited department of over 180 sworn officers with opportunities for specialized assignments and training.
The City of Sugar Land, a municipality with a population of 111,026, provides the highest quality of affordable services to meet the needs of its residents. And our citizens agree-the most recent Citizen Satisfaction Survey told us that 95% of our residents love calling Sugar Land home and 10% say that nothing would make their lives better than it already is, but we look to the future and work hard to make our community and the world better than we can even imagine.
We have an informal work environment but are serious about what we do. We believe that happy, diverse and talented employees add value to the City. We do our best to hire friendly, professional people who work hard and play well with others. We also promote a healthy work-life balance and personal development.
WE ARE TRAILBLAZERS! Relentless in Our Pursuit of Good so that Our Employees, Residents, and Businesses Can Enjoy a Life Better than They Can Even Imagine.
Our trailblazing culture focuses on our employees, our citizens and the services we provide our community. We are a data driven and innovative full-service municipality located approximately 20 miles southwest of downtown Houston that invests in our team and offers real opportunities for career growth. We pay our Lateral Police Officers a starting salary of $36.35 to $39.52 per hour depending on qualifications, plus a sign-on bonus of $10,000.We also offer great benefits and perks available on your first day of employment, including:City-subsidized health benefits; life and disability insurance; a variety of voluntary benefits; a robust pension plan with TMRS to set you up for a fulfilling retirement; and a positive team-oriented culture stemming from a long-term commitment to innovation and inclusion.
Benefits At-A-Glance:
- City-subsidized Medical and Dental Insurance with a variety of plan options;
- City-paid Basic Life Insurance @ 1x your annual salary and Long-term Disability;
- Voluntary Vision, Supplemental Life Coverage (for you and your family), Aflac indemnity plans such as Accident,
- Cancer, Hospitalization and Critical Illness, Short Term Disability and pre-paid legal benefits through Legal Shield;
- 13 paid holidays;
- A generous vacation package with accruals starting on day 1 (up to 160 hours annually after 11 years of service);
- Paid sick leave accrual of 3.69 hours per pay period;
- Paid Parental Leave - up to 6 weeks;
- A robust pension plan with TMRS includes your 7% contribution with 2:1 match by the City;
- You won't contribute to Social Security, but you can further your retirement income by contributing to a Deferred Compensation (457b) plan;
- Longevity pay for each month of service after your first 13 months of employment;
- On-site Wellness facilities and programming (mind, body spirit & financial preparedness); and
- Access to multiple mental health benefits and resources, including a robust EAP...
Our City Mission:WE ARE TRAILBLAZERS! Relentless in Our Pursuit of Good so that Our Employees, Residents, and Businesses Can Enjoy a Life Better than They Can Even Imagine.
Our Employee Values: Our values ignite passion, drive, and a sense of purpose, fostering a thriving and successful organizational culture!
We follow the BLAZE Values:
Bold: We encourage each other to be bold in our ideas, decisions, and actions. We embrace innovation and take risks to drive progress.
Loyal: We are loyal to each other, the City and our Mission and Vision. We support each other to foster a cohesive and collaborative work environment. We celebrate our successes and address the challenges facing us, together.
Adaptable: We are resilient because we adapt to changing landscapes and market dynamics. We are flexible and understand the need for work-life balance. We embrace new technologies and evolving trends.
Zealous: We are committed to excellence in all endeavors. We encourage each other to strive for the highest standards of public service, quality, and performance. We hold ourselves, and each other, accountable for our words and actions.
Empowered: We are empowered with the necessary resources, opportunities, and responsibilities to excel in our roles. We seek out opportunities for development and growth, and help others do the same. We are inclusive, we embrace our differences and recognize the strength that comes from different perspectives and experiences.
We are TrailBLAZErs!
Summary of Duties
Requirements for Police Officer - Lateral (Out of State)
A Police Officer - Lateral (Out of State) is an individual who has attended a Police Academy, or its military equivalent, and is certified and commissioned as a Peace Officer by a governmental entity in the United States or the United States Armed Forces. Police Officer - Lateral (Out of State) applicants will be required to challenge TCOLE and obtain licensure within 180 days of this application.
Minimum Qualifications
Qualified candidates must have:
- Regularly answers 911 calls for service and
- Has responsibilities and comparable duties to that of an officer with the Sugar Land Police Department, including powers of arrest, in either the Patrol or Investigations Bureau.
- This does not include sworn service in the following roles: communications, detention, or courtrooms.
The Chief of Police shall make the final determination as to whether an applicant meets the criteria for the Police Lateral Entry Program. The Chief's decision shall be final and non-appealable.
Compensation
- Starting Pay: $82,202 Dependent on Experience & Qualifications + $10,000 Sign-On Bonus
- Note: Police Officer - Lateral (Out of State) applicants who are extended an offer of employment and have a start date prior to their TCOLE licensure will be paid as a 1st year Police Officer ($75,605) until their licensure; however, they remain eligible for the sign-on bonus.
- Annual salary increases up to max ($102,107) in Step 10.
- Pay for Performance Awards up to $4,000 per Year.
- Incentive pay for education
- Associate's Degree - $600 annually
- Bachelor's Degree - $1200 annually
- Master's Degree - $1800 annually
- Plus, Incentive pay for TCOLE Certificates
- TCOLE Intermediate Certificate - $600 annually
- TCOLE Advanced Certificate - $1,200 annually
- TCOLE Master Certificate - $1,800 annually
- Additional Incentive Pays
- Field Training Officer ($1,500 annually) or Field Training Coordinator ($3,000 annually)
- SWAT or Crisis Negotiator Assignment ($1,500 annually)
- Longevity Pay - $4/month up to $1,200 annually after 13 months of employment
- Member - Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) - 7% contribution with 2:1 matching funds.
- Excellent health benefits.
- Uniforms, weapons and equipment provided.
- 13 paid holidays annually,
- 80 hours paid vacation annually (up to 160 hours at 11 years with City),
- Paid sick leave accrual of 3.69 hours per pay period;
- Paid Parental Leave - up to 6 weeks;
- Fitness Incentive Program (up to 80 hours Paid Leave Annually)
- Other specialty and assignment pays are available
Recruitment/Selection Process
(You must pass each step of the selection process before you go to the next step.)
Step 1: Complete an Application
Applications will only be accepted during the specified period. Qualified candidates will be notified by e-mail that they are eligible to test and provided available testing dates to schedule. To complete an application, go toclick on "Employment", scroll to the list of open positions and select "Police Officer - Lateral (Out of State)". You must complete the on-line application.
Step 2: Testing (Physical Assessment and Interview Panel -scheduled for same day)
Step 3: Oral Review Board
Following the preliminary interview, applicants will be scheduled for an in depth interview with the Oral Review Board. This interview is pass or fail, and will consist of 3 parts, offering a deeper assessment compared to the prior preliminary interview.
1. Getting to know the applicant
2. Job knowledge questions
3. Situational reasoning questions
Step 4: Background Packet Submission and Investigation
Applicants who pass the phases of testing and interview panel will submit their completed personal history statement to the Training Unit. A background investigation will be conducted.
Step 5: Polygraph Examination Applicants who pass the background investigation and are being considered for sworn employment will undergo a polygraph examination.
Related Time Periods and Information:
This process will remain open until positions are filled. If an applicant is rejected for any of the reasons listed in the "Rejection Criteria", they will be required to wait the specified time to apply again.
Final Steps: Eligibility Pool, Conditional Job Offer, Medical and Psychological Testing
Candidates who pass all of the above are placed in an eligibility (applicant) pool. This is not a guarantee of employment; however, the City of Sugar Land does make job offers from the applicant pool. Subsequently, if a conditional job offer is made to a candidate by the Chief of Police, the candidate must successfully complete medical and psychological exams before a final job offer is made by the People & Culture Department.
Additional Information
Candidates should be aware that sensitive or confidential aspects of their personal lives will be explored.
Equal Opportunity Employer - Drug Free Workplace
Posted 04/04/2025
*Sign-On Bonus will be distributed in three phases:
$2,500.00 upon initial start
$2,500 upon completion of Field Training
$5,000 upon completion of 1 year of employment
For detailed information and to apply online please visit our website at and look under "Job
Opportunities". For any other inquiries please contact the Sugar Land Police Department Training Unit at 281-275-2914.
CITY OF SUGAR LAND's OVERVIEW OF EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
- Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)
Employee contribution: 7%
City matches 2:1 with 5-year vesting
Retirement Eligibility:
1) Age 60 + vested; or
2) 20 years of service, any age
- HOLIDAYS
The City recognizes 10 Holidays per calendar year, which includes one floating Holiday. In lieu of a floating holiday,
firefighters will receive September 11th, Patriot Day, as a fixed holiday.
- VACATION - Other than Public Safety
0 -2nd Year 10 days per year
3 -10 Years 15 days per year
11+ Years 20 days per year
- VACATION - Public Safety
First Year 10 days per year
2-10 Years 15 days per year
11+ Years 20 days per year
- SICK LEAVE - Other than Firefighters
8 hours per month, to a maximum of 1,040 hours
- SICK LEAVE - Shift Firefighters
12 hours per month, to a maximum of 1,456 hours
- SICK LEAVE INCENTIVE PROGRAM
Annual conversion of sick leave to vacation
Sick Days Used from 01/01 to 12/31 Eligible Sick Days for Conversion
1 day or less taken 3 days
Up to 2 days 2 days
More than 2 days and up to 4 days 1 day
More than 4 days 0 day
- LONGEVITY PAY
After one year of employment, employees will receive an annual payment of $4.00 per month of employment with the City for the first 25 years of continuous employment (maximum of $1,200 annually). Qualified employees receive longevity payments each December.
- 125 CAFETERIA PLAN
Premium contributions for the medical and dental plans as well as Flexible Spending Accounts and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts are available to all full-time employees through this arrangement.
- GROUP HEALTH & DENTAL
The City contributes to employee and dependent coverage in the HMO, HDHP and dental plans offered.
Medical HSA KelseyCare Gold KelseyCare Blue Employee Only $101.44 $19.56 $0.00 EE + Spouse $346.60 $144.55 $96.48 EE + Child(ren) $257.51 $106.09 $66.79 EE + Family $454.39 $202.24 $141.00 Dental DPPO DHMO Employee Only $7.35 $3.14 EE + Spouse $18.49 $5.89 EE + Child(ren) $17.90 $8.45 EE + Family $31.41 $10.33 Vision Plan Employee Only $7.35 EE + Spouse $18.49 EE + Child(ren) $17.90 EE + Family $31.41
- VISION CARE PLAN
Employees can voluntarily elect to purchase vision care insurance for themselves and their eligible dependents.
- AFLAC PLANS
Employees can voluntarily elect to purchase through payroll deduction: Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, and Hospital policies for themselves and their eligible dependents. (Rates are age-banded. Employee must contact representative directly for rates and enrollment.)
- BASIC LIFE and AD&D
The City provides all employees annual salary of life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) coverage of one-time annual salary with a minimum of $50,000.
- LONG TERM DISABILITY
The City provides employees with Long Term Disability in the amount of 60% of your salary (depending on position category) to a maximum of $7,500 per month. Benefits begin after 90 days of disability and may continue to Social Security Normal Retirement Age (SSNRA) if you qualify. LTD is designed to replace a reasonable portion of your income in case of
serious injury or sickness whether on or off the job. Benefits will be offset by any payments from SS, Workers Comp and other income offsets.
- SUPPLEMENTAL LIFE and AD&D
Employees can elect supplemental life insurance and AD&D coverage up to $750,000 for themselves and up to $250,000 for their spouse; as well as $15,000 of life insurance for child(ren).
- SHORT TERM DISABILITY
This optional benefit allows employees to receive 70% of their weekly salary, to a maximum of $1,500 per week (tax free), following either Option A: a 30-calendar day elimination period; or Option B: a 7-calendar (injury) or 14-calendar (illness) elimination period, for a maximum of 90-calendar days from on-set per qualifying incident.
- PRE-PAID LEGAL PLAN
Employees can voluntarily elect to participate in a legal access/assistance plan at a base cost of $7.87 per pay period. Optional plans are also available. (Employee must contact representative directly for rates and enrollment.)
- DEFERRED COMPENSATION
Employees are allowed to contribute to this optional program at a minimum set by the plan administrator and a maximum set annually by the IRS. Currently the City contracts with 2 administrators for this program: Dearborn & Creggs ($50 per month minimum contribution); and ICMA-RC ($1.00 per month min. contribution). The maximum contribution for 2023 is $19,500
and $6,500 for age 50 + catch-up.
- CREDIT UNIONS
Houston Federal Credit Union: (866) OUR-HFCU
Brazos Valley Schools Credit Union: (855) 391-2149
- EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE
The EAP is designed to provide employees and their dependents with professional, cost-effective assistance in resolving difficult personal problems. Individual, voluntary involvement in the EAP is confidential. The City's EAP administrator is Alliance Work Partners (AWP) at 1-800-343-3822. Registration code: AWP-COSL-3822
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If currently in Police Academy, what is your expected graduation date?
02
If currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree, what is your expected graduation date?
03
If currently serving in the military, what is your expected discharge date or expected completion of military obligation date?
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