Upcoming Academy Information

Basic Academy
Recruiters are now looking for qualified applicants to join an upcoming academy tentatively set for August 27, 2012. To be considered you MUST complete and mail in an application packet and all supporting documents to the Recruiting Office. Click here to learn more about the application process.

Lateral Academy
Recruiters are now looking for qualified applicants to join an upcoming fall lateral academy. Interested applicants are encouraged to mail their completed lateral application to the Recruitment office. For more information on the lateral entry process, please visit our Lateral Entry page.

Join the Raleigh Police Department

The Raleigh Police Department is searching for qualified individuals who want to join our corps of law enforcement professionals. Many opportunities are available from sworn Police Officers to a variety of exciting and attractive civilian positions. Our organization is proud of our professionalism, our values and providing the best services to the citizens of Raleigh.

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What can we offer you?

Our exceptional career advancement opportunities allow RPD officers to go as far as their determination will take them. The opportunities and the choices are here for you.

If you want to join us and begin your exciting career in law enforcement with the Raleigh Police Department, click here.


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