Holland, TX · Bell County
TCOLE Personal History Statement
This personal history form collects background information from applicants seeking law enforcement or civilian employment with an agency.
What this form is
The TCOLE Personal History Statement gathers information for an agency background investigation of an employment applicant. The instructions say the agency may choose when to complete the statement during the pre-appointment process, but it must be completed before appointment. It asks about personal history, relatives, references, education, prior agency applications, and other background details, and lists supporting documents the hiring agency may require.
Who needs it
Applicants for peace officer, county jailer, telecommunicator, or civilian employment complete this statement for the hiring agency’s background investigation.
How to submit it
Submit the completed documents in a sealed envelope marked “Personal and Confidential” to your assigned background investigator. Contact that investigator with questions.
About notarization
This statement is completed without a notary; the applicant initials each page, and the instructions identify no notarized attachment or sworn step.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Form
Download the TCOLE Personal History Statement PDF.
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Complete The Statement
Type or print legibly in black ink, answer all questions truthfully, and enter N/A where a question does not apply.
- 3
Gather Supporting Documents
Include the documents requested by the hiring agency; the instructions say requirements vary by position and applicant history.
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Submit To The Investigator
Place the completed documents in a sealed envelope marked “Personal and Confidential” and submit them to your assigned background investigator.
Frequently asked questions
- Who completes the TCOLE Personal History Statement?
- Applicants for peace officer, county jailer, telecommunicator, or civilian employment complete the statement for the hiring agency’s background investigation.
- How do I submit the Personal History Statement?
- Place the completed documents in a sealed envelope marked “Personal and Confidential” and submit them to your assigned background investigator.
- Do I need a notary for the TCOLE Personal History Statement?
- No. The applicant initials each page, and the instructions identify no notarized attachment or sworn step.
Need something notarized?
This TCOLE Personal History Statement doesn’t need a notary — but Texas residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.