Employment Opportunities

The Town currently has the following positions open:

  Development Coordinator

​Pay Range: $45,031.56 to $54,037.87
Under general direction of the Community Development Director, the incumbent is responsible for receiving, processing and reviewing development applications and researching property records relating to the permitting and development process. Position is highly visible involving constant contact with the general public. Contact may deal with sensitive and confidential issues or matters that are the subject of conflict and/or disagreement thus requiring considerable judgment and tactfulness. 

Public Works Maintenance Worker


​Pay Range: $16.00 to $18.19 per hour

The hours for this position is Monday-Friday from 6:30am - 3:00pm and on-call as needed.  Overtime is possible. 

Responsible for performing assigned tasks necessary to maintain and repair Town infrastructure and improvements including streets, roads, bridges, medians, right of ways, gutters, sidewalks, alleys, parks, open space, drainage and wastewater collection system.  Must perform shop work, small equipment repair and storage, light construction, and operation of tools and light equipment and preforms other duties and responsibilities as assigned and as directed by the Public Works Crew Leader and/or Public Works Director.  

Public Works Equipment Operator


​Pay Range: $18.00 to $21.13 per hour

The hours for this position is Monday-Friday from 6:30am - 3:00pm and on-call as needed. Overtime is possible.

Responsible for operating equipment and providing maintenance, repairs and construction of Town streets, wastewater collection system, storm drainage, parks, right-of-ways signage and preforms other duties and responsibilities as assigned and as directed by the Public Works Crew Leader and/or Public Works Director.

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Argyle Police Department Positions


Patrol Officer

The mission of the Argyle Police Department is to work with the citizens of Argyle to effectively and efficiently provide for the protection of lives and property, preserve the public peace, and promote individual responsibility and community commitment with the highest level of professionalism and ethical standards.

Under general direction of the Police Sergeant, the Patrol Officer is to perform law enforcement and crime prevention duties to maintain citizen safety, protect life and property, and comply with Town, State, and Federal laws.

Compensation & Benefits

(Benefit Summary)
The Town of Argyle offers a starting salary of $56,563 for licensed officers and $50,171 for recruits, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes: TMRS 2:1 7%, health insurance with partial dependent coverage, dental, vision and life insurance, short term and long term disability, paid holidays and personal days, uniform allowance, weapons, longevity pay, STEP and certification pay.

The Argyle Police Department values your experience. For experienced officers, beginning October 1st 2018 the starting Lateral Pay will be as follows: 2-3 years of experience, $57,694; 4-7 years of experience, $60,025; 8+ years of experience, $62,450. Please see our application packet for more details regarding our Lateral Entry Program.

Requirements 

 
At this time we are accepting applications from individuals who are TCOLE licensed and those that are interested in obtaining TCOLE certification. You may find more information on requirements to be eligible for TCOLE certification here. Applicants must posses a valid Texas driver's license with favorable driving history, have no arrest record, and the ability to work all shifts. Preference will be given to candidates that have verifiable law enforcement patrol experience.

How to Apply for Argyle Police Department positions:


  1. Complete our Police Application Information Packet.  Police Applicant Information Packets include important instructions and can be obtained through the Town of Argyle, the Argyle Police Department, online or by calling (940)464-7254.
  2. Return the application, a professional resume, and all required documents.  Applicant information may be mailed or hand-delivered to: the Argyle Police Department located at PO Box 609/506 N. US Hwy 377 Argyle, TX 76226 or emailed to Cindy Hess.
  3. We'll contact you to schedule a test date.  Testing will consist of a general knowledge written exam (National Police Officer Selection Test, Stanard & Associates).