Lateral Police Officer

The Florence Police Department is accepting applications for the position of Lateral Police Officer, for a certified peace officer. If you or someone you know is interested in becoming an officer with the Florence Police Department.

Please visit the following links for the list of benefits, obtain an application, and find out more about the testing. Starting pay is $35.24/hour, which is equivalent to an annual salary of approximately $73,308. Plus an additional $4,653 per year will be added to the employee’s salary in accordance with KLEFPF eligibility. Salary is dependent on years of experience.

Please contact Captain Michael Geis at  or (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). if you have any questions.

To potentially qualify for lateral pay, as a lateral police officer, you must have a minimum of two years of full-time employment with a state, county, or municipal police, sheriff’s department, or similar agency, such as an airport, university, etc.

Benefits Guide

Police Officer Information Packet

Application for Employment

The City of Florence is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.