Los Angeles Police Department – JoinLAPD

If you’re looking for a career, not just a job, the LAPD is the place for you. Los Angeles is one of the most ethnically and geographically diverse cities in the nation, sprawling across 465 square miles where residents speak more than 220 languages. From the mountains to the beaches, no other city offers what Los Angeles does. The Los Angeles Police Department is seeking the best and brightest individuals who want to make a change in their lives and a difference in their communities. A world-class police force that has long set the standard of excellence for police training and performance, no other job can offer you the opportunity for growth, enrichment, and range of experience like the Los Angeles Police Department. With a higher starting salary than other entry-level positions, and compressed work schedules, a career with the LAPD provides you with the financial comfort and flexibility to enjoy all the rewards that the City of Los Angeles has to offer. The LAPD is one of the largest, most diverse and complex organizations in Southern California. The City of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. The LAPD offers exceptional careers for men and women from all races, economic backgrounds, religions, and sexual orientation seeking professional and personal satisfaction.