Interest Card
Create your online account and complete the first application materials.
The Hiring Process
A comprehensive, fair process designed to find candidates who are prepared for the challenges and responsibilities of law enforcement.
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3-9
Months
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100 %
Paid Training
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$30.75 /hr
While in Academy
Testing Weekend
Attend APD’s structured testing event to complete written assessments and initial candidate evaluations.
Background Investigation
Submit required documents and authorize a comprehensive background review with an investigator.
Polygraph & Psychological Evaluation
Meet with licensed professionals for the assessments required of law enforcement candidates.
Medical Examination
Complete medical and wellness checks to confirm you can safely perform essential job functions.
Chief’s Interview
Meet with APD leadership, discuss your goals, and complete a final command-level review.
Physical Fitness Test
Demonstrate you meet APD’s physical fitness standards through timed assessments. These numbers are entrance standards every candidate must meet.
- Push-ups – minimum 15 repetitions in 1 minute
- 1.5-mile run – 15:14 or faster
- 300-meter run – 71 seconds or faster
- Sit-ups – minimum 27 repetitions in 1 minute
Conditional Offer
Complete final paperwork and prepare to begin paid academy training.