The West Palm Beach Police Department is a professional law enforcement agency offering exceptional career opportunities and advancement potential which allows officers to rise as far as their determination, skill, and initiative will take them. The Department is staffed by 314 sworn officers and complemented by 105 civilian personnel. We are the largest municipal police department in Palm Beach County. A full spectrum of specialized units is offered giving a motivated individual the ability to specialize in many areas of policing. Those specialized units include but are not limited to: SWAT Team, K-9, BOMB Team, DIVE Team, Hostage Negotiation Team, Criminal Investigations Division, Specialized Investigations Division, Motor unit, etc.

Working for the West Palm Beach Police Department is an honor that comes with a great sense of pride and responsibility to uphold the traditions and the legacy of those who served before.

A career in the West Palm Beach Police Department can be both rewarding and challenging. As a police officer, you will be responsible for responding to emergencies such as traffic accidents, fires, burglaries, assaults, domestic disputes, natural disasters and many others. The police department offers a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for career advancement and specialized training.

As a West Palm Beach Police Officer, you will be part of our ever-growing and diverse family, where you will form lifelong friendships and obtain specialized skills.

The job of a police officer can be physically, mentally and emotionally taxing, requiring a high level of physical fitness and mental resilience. If you are passionate about serving your community and are willing to put in the hard work, a career in the West Palm Beach Police Department is an excellent choice for you.

SECURE YOUR FUTURE

The starting pay for a West Palm Beach Police Officer is $63,000 with the potential for much more with the addition of yearly step increases and extra duty details. A pension is earned by each police officer and is allocated according to the number of years served. Having a pension secures your future in your later years.