Westover Hills, TX · Tarrant County
TCOLE Personal History Statement
This personal history statement gathers background information from applicants for law enforcement or civilian employment with an agency.
What this form is
The TCOLE Personal History Statement is a template for collecting information used in an agency background investigation before an applicant is appointed. The hiring agency decides when to complete the statement and may add information without removing its contents. Applicants provide personal, family, reference, education, employment, and other background details, and include supporting documents requested for the position and their history.
Who needs it
Applicants seeking peace officer, county jailer, telecommunicator, or civilian employment with an agency complete this statement for a background investigation.
How to submit it
Place the completed documents in a sealed envelope marked “Personal and Confidential” and deliver them to your assigned background investigator. The template says to contact that investigator with questions.
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; the instructions require page initials and requested supporting documents, but identify no notarized attachment or sworn step.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Statement
Download the TCOLE Personal History Statement PDF.
- 2
Complete The Statement
Type or neatly print your answers, respond truthfully, and write N/A where a question does not apply.
- 3
Gather Supporting Documents
Include the documents requested by the hiring agency for the position and your history.
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Submit To The Investigator
Place the completed documents in a sealed envelope marked “Personal and Confidential” for 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 it for an agency background investigation.
- What information does the statement request?
- It asks for personal and family details, references, and background information. Applicants also provide supporting documents requested for their position and history.
- Do I need a notary for the TCOLE Personal History Statement?
- No. This document is signed without a notary. The instructions require page initials and requested supporting documents, but identify no notarized attachment or sworn step.
- How do I submit the completed statement?
- Place the completed documents in a sealed envelope marked “Personal and Confidential” and deliver them to your assigned background investigator.