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The Pittsburg Police Department is located in the Pittsburg and Camp County Building on Pittsburg's historic main street in downtown Pittsburg.

The Pittsburg Police Department, serving a population of 5000 citizens, is comprised of ten sworn and three civilian employees. These include the Chief, an Investigator, two Patrol Sergeants and six Patrol Officers, a Records Clerk, the Environmental and Animal Control Officers.

The Pittsburg Police Department is committed to providing professional service to the citizens of Pittsburg 24 hours a day. This goal is accomplished through an emphasis on maintaining adequate staffing, proper training for all personnel, maintaining up to date equipment and technology, accountability, and by hiring dedicated individuals who want to make a difference in the community.

The Police Department is active part of the community. The staff regularly participates in community activities such as Chickfest, the Centennial Celebration, Trick or Treat on main Street, and other community festivals and events. Additionally, staff are active in civic clubs, the Chamber of Commerce, and serve as adult leaders in youth groups.

For more information on individual units, navigate the links buttons above.
 

Minimum Requirement for Appointment
as a
Pittsburg Police Officer:
U.S. citizen
TCLEOSE Certified peace officer
At least 21 years of age
High School Diploma
Or
GED
AND 15 college semester hours with a GPA of at least 2.0
Good physical condition
If served in military must have received an honorable discharge
No convictions for any criminal offense of class B misdemeanor or above.
Valid Texas drivers license
Not prohibited from carrying a weapon or operating a vehicle under State or Federal Law.


Applications are available at the Pittsburg Police Department
or by clicking here

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Helpful Links

City of Pittsburg

Code of Ordinances

Pittsburg Chamber of Commerce

Country Net Computers

Pittsburg ISD

Bill Blackwood Law Enforcement Mgt. Inst.

Texas Statutes

National Center for Missing and Exploited Children

Venture Crew 451

TCLEOSE

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