Ballinger, TX · Runnels County
Police Department Personal History Statement
This 35-page personal history statement collects background information from applicants seeking peace officer, county jailer, telecommunicator, or civilian employment with the police department.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
The statement gathers personal, family, education, residence, employment, and reference information for a background investigation. Applicants are instructed to answer accurately, provide requested supporting documents, and return a complete application; the form says incomplete applications will not be considered. The applicant certification is identified as requiring notarization, but the supplied form text does not show the notarial block or specify whether it is a jurat or acknowledgment.
Who needs it
Applicants for peace officer, county jailer, telecommunicator, or civilian employment with the agency complete this statement as part of the background investigation.
Why it needs a notary
The applicant certification requires notarization, but the supplied text does not identify a jurat or acknowledgment block; ask the agency which certification page to sign.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Statement
Get the police department’s personal history statement and review the instructions and agency checklist.
- 2
Complete The Form
Answer all applicable questions accurately, use N/A where appropriate, and gather the supporting documents required for your position.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Arrange a remote session with a commissioned online notary for the applicant certification.
- 4
Sign On Video
Follow the notary’s instructions and sign the certification during the online video session.
- 5
Submit To The Agency
Return the completed statement and required documents as directed, including the form’s instruction to use a sealed envelope marked Personal and Confidential.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Ballinger. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I get the personal history statement notarized online?
- Complete the statement, then book with a commissioned online notary. Sign the certification during your video session and follow the agency’s instructions for returning the completed application.
- Do I need to notarize every page of the statement?
- The supplied form text indicates that the applicant certification requires notarization, but does not show the notarial block or identify the page. Confirm with the city if unsure.
- Can I use an online notary for this form in Texas?
- Texas has authorized remote online notarization since 2018 under Government Code Chapter 406, Subchapter C. A commissioned online notary can notarize the applicant’s signature remotely.
- What supporting documents should I submit?
- The form lists documents such as identification, education records, and position-specific credentials. The hiring agency is instructed to check the required items, so review its checklist and contact your assigned background investigator with questions.