Civil Service

Seabrook Police Department Civil Service positions are filled by conducting an entrance examination or promotional examination.

Entry Level

For entry-level positions, an applicant needs to review the entire job description on the job opportunities page, read the Applicant Instruction Packet and submit an Interest Form with supporting documents by the posted deadline.

A physical agility test will also be required. The top three scoring candidates will be selected and begin an intensive background review and interview process. This is a very lengthy process and can take one to two months to complete. All offers are contingent upon the successful results of a drug and alcohol screening, background check, driving record check and, on some positions, a pre-employment physical and credit check.

Promotional Positions

For promotional positions, an employee needs to review the entire job description and submit the Intent to Test Form by the posted deadline.

All Applicants 

Applicants will be notified of exam date, time and location. A score of 70 is considered passing. If you receive a passing score, your name will be placed on an eligibility list.

Non-Civil Service 

Review the position and qualifications you are interested in on the job opportunities page. Submit a completed Employment Application to the Human Resources Department by:

• Clicking on the apply button for the position and set up an account for electronic submission of application. The advantage of this method is that your profile is saved and can be reused to apply for other jobs. You will need an email address for this process.
• Fax to (281) 291-0361
• Mail or drop off in person at Seabrook City Hall

The process takes time and we ask you to be patient. If you are not contacted for an interview, the posting has either been canceled or another applicant has been hired. If you are interviewed and given a job offer. All offers are contingent upon the successful results of a drug and alcohol screening, background check, driving record check and, on some positions, a pre-employment physical and credit check.

Hiring Policies

• Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities will be made, when necessary, during the application process
• Resumes for posted jobs and/or advertised jobs will be accepted; however, applicants must complete and sign a City of Seabrook application form if they are interviewed
• Any application or supplement containing any misrepresentation by the applicant will be cause for cancellation of the application process or termination if they have been hired by the city
• Applications for employment will expire after 90 days unless otherwise notified

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of the City of Seabrook not to discriminate on the basis of color, national origin, sex, religion, age, veteran’s status or handicapped status in employment or the provision of services.