Sherman, TX · Grayson County
Personal History Statement
The Sherman Police Department Personal History Statement collects background information from applicants for peace officer or telecommunicator positions.
What this form is
Applicants for peace officer or telecommunicator positions complete this statement for the department’s background investigation. It asks about personal details, relatives, references, education, residences, and other background information, and instructs applicants to provide supporting documents when applicable. The form says incomplete applications will not be considered and that deliberate misstatements or omissions may result in disqualification.
Who needs it
Applicants for a Sherman Police Department peace officer or telecommunicator position complete this statement and provide applicable supporting documents.
How to submit it
Return the statement and required documents to the City of Sherman Human Resources Department at 220 W Mulberry St., or mail them postmarked by the deadline shown on the form; its date field is blank.
About notarization
This statement is completed without a notary; the applicant initials each page and provides applicable supporting documents, with no notarized attachment or sworn step identified.
How to submit this form
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Download The Statement
Download the Sherman Police Department Personal History Statement.
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Complete The Form
Type your answers or print legibly in black ink. Answer truthfully, use N/A where applicable, and initial each page.
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Gather Supporting Documents
Provide the listed supporting documents when applicable, including transcripts or other proof to support educational claims.
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Submit To The City
Return the statement and required documents to Human Resources at 220 W Mulberry St., or mail them postmarked by the deadline shown on the form.
Frequently asked questions
- Who completes the Personal History Statement?
- Applicants for a Sherman Police Department peace officer or telecommunicator position complete the statement as part of the background investigation.
- What information and documents does the form request?
- It asks for personal, family, reference, education, and residence information. It also lists supporting documents to submit when applicable, including transcripts and identification.
- Do I need a notary for the Personal History Statement?
- No. The form does not require notarization; applicants initial each page and provide applicable supporting documents. It identifies no notarized attachment or sworn step.
- How do I submit the Personal History Statement?
- Return it and required documents to the City of Sherman Human Resources Department at 220 W Mulberry St., or mail them postmarked by the deadline shown. The date field is blank.
Need something notarized?
This Personal History Statement doesn’t need a notary — but Texas residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.