Posting number: 202300311
Department: Police
Job classification: POLICE OFFICER
Posting type: Open
Categories: Miscellaneous
It’s an exciting time to work for the City of Celina! We’re growing rapidly and looking for dedicated, collaborative people to join our team of talented and valued employees.
At the City of Celina, our Values of Excellence, Community, Integrity, and Service are more than just words—they guide our decisions, shape our culture, and inspire the work we do every day.
Our employees are our greatest asset and the driving force behind our commitment to serve our growing community. We create a workplace where challenging projects, empowered decision-making, and purposeful work are celebrated.
As the Police Officer – Certified Lateral Officer, you will: enforce Federal, State, and City laws, rules, regulations, ordinances, and codes by performing various law enforcement tasks that support law enforcement and crime prevention activities. Perform investigative work and other special assignments; perform a variety of technical and administrative tasks in support of the Celina Police Department. Maintain high visibility in the community to deter and prevent criminal activity and educates the public in ways to protect themselves from criminal activity and/or prevent accidents and injuries. Actively promote the department’s community policing philosophy by involving the community as partners.
For the full Police Officer – Certified Later Officer job description, click here.
The City of Celina operates on a 4-day work week.

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As one of the fastest-growing cities in the State of Texas, the secret is out that the City of Celina is a great place to live, work, and raise a family. Settled near the turn of the last century in northern Collin County, the City of Celina has transformed from a small farming community into a hotspot for commercial and residential expansion.
As we continue to grow so do the opportunities to work and grow within our charming City. The City of Celina is ranked as one of the Top Workplaces for Great Leadership and Top Workplaces for Purpose & Values.
You will come to find out that "Life Connected." is so much more than a tagline for our City. It represents the genuine connection from the City to all of our residents and businesses. We pride ourselves on our authentic relationships. Living "Life Connected." is how we, as the City, bring life to our Core Values of Excellence, Community, Integrity, and Service.
We welcome you to our page and look forward to you finding your opportunity to be a part of pioneering our exciting future. The City of Celina - come here, stay here, grow here!