Careers

Georgetown is located 20 minutes north of Austin on IH-35 and serves as the county seat of government for Williamson County. Georgetown is called home to more than 47,000 residents that have discovered its rich heritage and flourishing economic growth and development. Georgetown is on the edge of the Central Texas Hill Country and the banks of the beautiful North and South San Gabriel Rivers. It is surrounded by many lakes and recreational areas. Georgetown's Park and Recreation Department is nationally recognized for its parks and miles of hike and bike trails. Georgetown is a community that is perfect for work, play, and raising a family.

Starting Salary: $38,783 per year ($33,500 per year Cadets) The City of Georgetown Police Department recruits to establish an eligibility list for the Civil Service position of Police Officer (eligibility list will remain active for up to 1 year). Applicants must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age and not be forty-five (45) years of age or older at the time of hire, have a valid Texas Driver's License & be a high school graduate or its equivalent. Applicant must be licensed as a peace officer, or the ability to be licensed at time of appointment as established by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Standards and Education. Non-licensed applicants may be considered and sent to an academy. The City of Georgetown offers a step plan with the current annual range for the Police Officer position of $38,783-$57,720. This range is constantly reviewed for competitiveness. The City also offers a comprehensive benefits plan. Upon completion of the Field Training Program, officers can receive incentive pay for college degrees or T.C.L.E.O.S.E. Certificate and bilingual speaking. Officers can take on additional duties, once off probationary status, on the Crisis Intervention Team, Emergency Response Team, K-9 Officer and Field Training Officer. Additional career paths at the Officer level are Detective, IMPACT Team, School Resource Officer, Warrant Officer and Community Resource Officer. In addition, the City of Georgetown offers a take home car for our sworn officers who live up to 2 miles outside the city limits of Georgetown. The City of Georgetown also provides all uniforms and equipment (except duty weapon) for our sworn officers. Come join one of the fastest growing agencies in central Texas. Visit our website at http://www.georgetown.org Applicants who hold a current Texas peace officer's license at the time of hire will be eligible for a $4,000 sign-on bonus after the successful completion of the Field Training Program. An application packet is required to apply for this position. To request the packet or if you have questions regarding the application process, please call (512) 930-8133 & leave a message to include your name, complete address, contact number & your question, if applicable. Application packets may be downloaded from the City of Georgetown website at http://www.georgetown.org/departments/hr/opportunities.php. Packets may also be picked up at 113 E. 8th Street, Georgetown, TX. EOE 

** We currently are not accepting applications for this position.  Please contact Detective Laurie Chron at 512-930-8410 for future postings.

Starting Salary: $27,062 to $34,978 (D.O.E.) Deadline: 5:00 p.m. on June 20, 2008 Communications Operators receive, assess, prioritize and classify calls for service on a variety of emergency and non-emergency lines, including E911 telephone lines. This position is also responsible for radio communications with Police & Fire personnel. Other responsibilities include simultaneous operation of multiple computers, radio console, telephone, 911 console, & TDD phone. Applicants must have the ability to handle stressful situations & be available to work shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays. High school graduation or equivalent required. Applicants must pass a typing test (45 WPM), a hearing test, drug screening test, a comprehensive criminal history background check, and possess a valid State of Texas driver's license. Preference will be given to those candidates with prior public safety dispatch and call taking experience. An application packet is required to apply for this position. To request the packet or if you have questions regarding the application process, please call (512) 930-8133 & leave a message to include your name, complete address, contact number & your question, if applicable. Packets may be picked up at 113 E. 8th Street, Georgetown, TX. Application packets may be downloaded from the City of Georgetown website at http://www.georgetown.org/departments/hr/opportunities.php. EOE paragraph[3.0]

NON-COMMISSIONED POSITIONS In order to be considered for a Communications Operator, Records Specialist, Administrative Assistant, etc., you must be:

These positions have varying degrees of qualifications and will be considered on a case by case basis. Responsive to the needs of our people, the City of Georgetown is pleased to provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet our employees' needs and the needs of their families, today and in the future. Benefits include: