Employment

The City of St. Augustine is an Equal Opportunity Employer (m/f/d/v). All positions require a background check and physical, and designated positions require a drug screen. All job listings remain open until filled unless otherwise noted. 

Apply for open positions within the City of St. Augustine Police Department.

Becoming a Police Officer for the City of St. Augustine

Completion of Basic Police Standards Training and Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) certification is required. The City will accept your application if you are already certified, in the academy, and occasionally has sponsorship opportunities. Applications will remain active for six months and submitted to the Police Department if an opening occurs during that time. You will only be contacted if you are selected for an interview.

The starting annual salary for a police officer is $64,323. An extensive background investigation, psychological evaluation, and physical with drug screening are conducted prior to hire.