Now Hiring Police Officer and Cadet Positions
Test Date: October 10, 2026
To sign up click the link below:
pearlandtx.gov/departments/p…
NOW HIRING: POLICE OFFICERS and POLICE CADETS
Next New Hire Test: October 10
Learn more about a career with the Pearland Police Department or register for the upcoming test at the link below.
pearlandtx.gov/departments/p…
TRAFFIC ADVISORY (04/13–04/15)
Span wire rebuild at FM 518 & FM 1128 begins Monday, April 13. Lane closures on FM 1128 will affect access to FM 518 (both directions)
Detours via Fite Rd and Hughes Ranch Rd. Full operation expected by Wednesday, April 15 (weather permitting).
Your opportunity starts now! Sign up for the upcoming new hire test. The test will be held on February 7th. We are hiring Laterals, Certified Officers, and Cadets. Apply today!
For more information, Click the link below.
pearlandtx.gov/pdrecruit
Our recruitment team is ready to answer your questions about the hiring process, including lateral pay scale, sign-on bonus, background process, and much more.
Click the link below to visit our career opportunities page.
pearlandtx.gov/departments/p…
LATERAL PAY!!
Are you ready to take the next step in your law enforcement career with the Pearland Police Department? Click the link below to learn more about the lateral program:
pearlandtx.gov/.../police/ca…
TCOLE Certified Applicant Entrance Exam on November 8, 2025, if you're already certified and looking for a career with the Pearland Police Department, this is a great opportunity!
Visit our PD Career Opportunities page to learn more and sign up.
pearlandtx.gov/.../police/ca…
Now hiring for Police Officer and Cadet positions. Mark your calendars now because the next entrance test date is scheduled for Saturday, June 28, 2025.
For more information or to sign up, visit:
pearlandtx.gov/pdrecruit
pearlandtx.gov/careers
Traffic Advisory: April 8–10, 6AM–4PM
BNSF is making train track improvements at:
📍4/8: Walnut & Main
📍4/9: W Orange St
📍4/10: Broadway/FM 518
Expect full closures during work hours. Follow signs & flaggers. Weather permitting. Questions? 281.652.1900
The following bridges have been reopened:
Pearland Parkway @ Clear Creek (southbound lanes)
McHard @ Hickory Slough (all lanes)
Bailey @ Railroad (all lanes)
Crews are currently working on Magnolia @ Railroad
- Northbound lanes of Pearland Parkway remain closed due to a thick ice
Traffic Advisory: On 1/14, 8:30 AM–4:30 PM, BNSF Railway Company will improve the train crossing near Walnut St/Main St. Expect closures on Walnut St & Main St, w/detours at S. Sacramento Ave. Follow traffic controls. Questions? Call 281.652.1900.
Barricaded Suspect at 2701 Old Alvin in the 300 Building. SWAT on scene. Individual inside the apartment has fired multiple rounds at officers from inside the apartment. Media Staging at 2600 Old Alvin Road, Pearland, TX.
TRAFFIC ADVISORY - 12/2, Sleepy Hollow: City contractor PaveCon Ltd. will perform warranty asphalt repairs starting Mon., Dec. 2. Roads stay accessible for residents, school buses, and emergency vehicles, but expect minor delays. Watch for crews. For more info call 281.652.1900.
Run with a Recruiter November 9 & 23 at 8333 Freedom Drive. Doors open at 7:45 AM starts promptly at 8:00 AM. This is a chance to practice the P.T. Test and meet with recruiters.
New Hire Test date is set for December 14. For more information about a career with the Pearland Police Department click the link below:
Career Opportunities | City of Pearland, TX (pearlandtx.gov)
We are saddened by the tragic loss of a Harris County Sheriff's Office Deputy Fernando Esqueda, who was fatally shot in an ambush last night. If you have any information, please contact the HCSO at 713-221-6000 or Crime Stoppers of Houston at 713-222-TIPS (8477).
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AVAILABLE COOLING CENTERS IN PEARLAND:
❄️Pearland Recreation Center (4141 Bailey Rd) open until 10 p.m.
❄️Tom Reid Library (3522 Liberty Dr) open until 9 p.m.
❄️West Pearland Library (11801 Shadow Creek Pkwy) open until 6 p.m.
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We are now in the recovery phase after storm Beryl. Please view video for recovery information or visit: pearlandtx.gov/departments/o…
youtu.be/oX1wVFmtdOU?si=KzX_…
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Hurricane Beryl has made landfall near Matagorda at 4:00 a.m. Heavy storms in Pearland will continue for several hours. Storms could produce tornadoes. Street flooding possible. Stay off roads.
Updates: pearlandtx.gov/beryl












