Exam notices will be posted at least ten days prior to the examination date, and pre-registrations will be opened at least ten days prior to the examination date and will be accepted online at www.hursttx.gov/openpositions. You can also subscribe to receive Notification of a Police Civil Service Entry Examination.

The City of Hurst uses the “Concept2 Rower” for the physical assessment. The test is designed to determine your overall fitness level specifically for the position of Police Officer. The test parameters are set based on gender, age and weight of the applicant:

Rowing Matrix

Learn about the Concept2 Rower by visiting http://www.concept2.com/indoor-rowers/training/technique-videos. The damper setting on the rower will be set at “5” at the time of the physical assessment. Many local gyms, recreation centers, and fitness facilities use the Concept2Rower, and it is highly recommended applicants take the opportunity to prepare for the physical assessment.

On the day of the exam, bring

1) Valid personal identification with a photo
2) DD form 214 (if applicable)
3) Personal History Statement, and
4) All official college transcripts. Five veteran points will be given on the written test for individuals who have passed the written exam and received an Honorable Discharge from the United States Military. A copy of the DD form 214 (showing type of discharge) MUST be presented at the time of written test to receive five additional points on a passing test score.

• United States Citizen
• At least age 21 at the time of testing
• High school diploma or GED and completion of 30 hours from an accredited school, college or university with a grade point average of 2.0 or better. Hours must be completed by appointment and accreditation must be from a postsecondary institution accredited either by the United States Department of Education or by an accrediting association that has been recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. The 30 college hours may be waived for those who have completed at least two years as a sworn peace officer or those who have been honorable discharged from the United States military. Proof of honorable discharge must be presented at the time of the test. A copy of the DD form 214 (showing type of discharge) MUST be presented at the time of written test to receive five additional points on a passing test score.
• Vision correctable to 20/20 - no color blindness
• Normal hearing
• Must be licensable by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement
• Good moral character
• Stable employment history
• Valid Texas Driver's License (or able to obtain one)
• Pass:
  Physical assessment test
  Written examination
  Psychological examination
  Medical examination with drug screen
  Background investigation
  Oral interview
  Polygraph test
  Typing test

Exemptions:

Yes. The 30 college hours may be waived for those who have completed at least two years as a sworn peace officer or those who have been honorably discharged from the United States military. Proof of honorable discharge must be presented at the time of the test. “At the time of appointment, applicant must have thirty (30) hours of college credit with a minimum 2.0 GPA from a postsecondary institution accredited either by the United States Department of Education or by an accrediting association that has been recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation, or an honorable discharge from the United States Military, or two years of experience as a licensed peace officer.”

Do I have to be a Police Officer:

No, you do not have to be a Police Officer to be eligible to take the City of Hurst entry-level Police examination.

Study materials:

Click the link for study guide options: 

https://crc.cpshr.us/default.aspx?ID=LAW204105

Calculator:

No. The use of electronic devices, including a calculator, is not permitted during the exam. All materials needed for the examination will be provided.