How much does an officer earn?

Recruits are paid $58,400 during the academy, and $64,900 after graduation, with raises every year for seven years.

Do I need a college degree?

No. A degree or military service adds points to your application, and tuition is reimbursed after you join.

Is speaking another language a plus?

Yes. Bilingual officers and dispatchers receive a 5% bonus once they pass the language test.

Work & benefits

Careers

Officers, dispatchers, analysts and lab technicians. The next academy class starts in March.

HiringRun by VCPD

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CostFree to apply

Processing timeAbout 4 months, application to offer

Ways to do itOnlineIn person

01About this service

Officers, dispatchers, crime analysts and lab technicians: 240 openings this year, and an academy class starting in March.

The VCPD hires all year. Police officer candidates go through a 28-week paid academy in Westlake; civilian roles start with two to six weeks of training. Every new hire gets health coverage from day one and a State pension.

Who it’s for

Future officers aged 19 and over, with a high school diploma
Dispatchers, analysts, technicians and records staff
Certified officers from other agencies, with a transfer bonus

02How it works

4 steps, start to finish.

Step 1: Apply online
Choose a role and send your application and resume. Officer applications open on the first of every month.
Step 2: Take the tests
A written exam and a physical test for officers; a skills test for civilian roles.
Step 3: Background and interview
A background check, a medical exam and an interview with a panel of officers and residents.
Step 4: Start training
Officers join the next academy class; civilian staff start with their team.

03What to prepare

Have these ready.

A resume and your diplomas
A valid driver license
Your addresses and employers for the last ten years

Online
Every opening and application, with the status of yours.
In person
Recruiting days every second Saturday at headquarters.

Your request goes straight to the team in charge. Keep your reference number: it is your proof of filing.

04Questions

Frequently asked questions

05Run by

Who runs this service

Questions about your case? VCPD can help.

vcpd.leonida.govVice City Police DepartmentReport an incident, find your district station and follow public safety alerts in Vice City.Visit the site

Emergency911Police, fire or medical. If you cannot speak, text 911.

Non-emergency line(305) 555-014224 hours a day, 7 days a week

VCPD Headquarters1200 Bayfront AvenueVice City, LD 33130

Headquarters lobby open 24/7

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Who it’s for

4 steps, start to finish.

Step 1: Apply online

Step 2: Take the tests

Step 3: Background and interview

Step 4: Start training