Houston ISD: District hiring officers with higher salaries, sign-on bonuses

has announced they are increasing starting salaries as well as offering a sign-on bonus for officers, according to a statement.

School officials said Houston ISD has increased the starting salary for an 11-month officer to $54,000 and a 12-month officer to $63,800. Each will also receive an annual increase through the 16th year in rank. "Protecting and serving students, staff, and the community are critical components to school-based law enforcement," said HISD Interim Chief of Police Shamara Garner.

Houston ISD PD will be hosting a virtual information session for anyone interested on July 27 in which details for this date will be shared prior to the session taking place.

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