The City of Topeka is seeking current Law Enforcement Officers (LEOs) for the Topeka Police Lateral Academy. Enjoy big city career opportunities with a small town feel in a community that supports its Police Department.
Current LEOs are eligible for entry pay rates that recognize up to 8 years of previous Law Enforcement experience (up to $30/hour!) and enjoy an accelerated hiring process and shortened Academy and FTO training.
The Topeka Police Department offers excellent opportunities for training and career advancements.
To find out more, contact our Recruiting Team! Call Sgt. Vidal Campos at 785-368-2419 or email tpdrecruiting@topeka.org.

Benefits & Incentives

• Receive GI Bill Benefits throughout the Academy and FTO Phase
• Department issues all required gear
• Granted 24 core CJ credits at Washburn University
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $1,000/year
• 12 Vacation Days earned per year (first four years)
• Funeral Leave (up to three days), Personal Leave (two awarded annually), Perfect Attendance Leave (one per quarter)
• 11 Paid holidays per year (time-and-a-half in addition if working)
• Medical Expense Reimbursement (up to $1,200)
• Retirement is under KP&F. Full retirement is available at 25 years of service & 50 years of age.
• 10-Hour work days for Patrol Officers
• Approximately $1 per hour raise per year (for 18 years)
• Education Bonus (Associate’s Degree: $25/month, Bachelor’s Degree: $100/month, Master’s Degree: $125/month)
• Shift Differential pay ($.70/hr for shifts starting after noon)
• 4.5 Hours of Pay / Compensatory Time for Off-Duty Court appearances
• Physical Incentive Pay (up to $90/quarter)
• Compensation for Certified Bilingual Officers ($75/month)
• $1.25/hr for Field Training Officers and Supervisors
• Premium Pay for Detectives and Sergeants
• Promotion and Specialty Unit selection points for Military Service and Formal Education
• Minimum 7-day Notification of schedule change
• Contractual Agreement Between the City of Topeka and FOP Lodge #3