The Crandall Police Department is recruiting officers who already hold Texas Commission on Law Enforcement certification, according to a department hiring announcement posted Sept. 12.
The starting salary is $68,270 beginning Oct. 1, 2026. Certified officers with qualifying experience may enter the pay scale at up to $78,270 at Step 5.
The department advertises a 12-year salary progression that tops out at $92,270. Lateral entry pay depends on experience; the maximum is not guaranteed to every applicant.
The recruitment lists 144 hours of paid time off, two weeks of vacation, an optional 457 retirement plan, and city-paid health and dental insurance. It also lists an 8% employee contribution to the Texas Municipal Retirement System with a two-to-one city match, and “16 paid holidays” figure appears to include 14 holidays and two floating holidays, as described in the job listing.
Applicants must have current TCOLE certification and a valid Texas driver’s license. The job listing says candidates must pass a background check, drug screening, and medical and psychological evaluations. Officers must be available for shifts that include weekends and holidays. Municipal police experience is preferred.
The department’s directs applicants to send a résumé to info@crandallpolice.com. Candidates should confirm the application process and current opening with the department at 972-427-3767 before applying.
