Police Officer; 121st Police Academy-GPD

Join a Purpose-Driven Team Committed to Building a Stronger Greensboro

The City of Greensboro is proud to serve alongside our community in shaping the quality of life our residents deserve. At the heart of everything we do is a deep commitment to public trust, community partnership, and a shared vision for a safer, stronger future. We believe in fostering a workplace culture where dedication to public service is more than a job—it’s a calling.

If you’re driven by a sense of purpose and the opportunity to make a lasting impact, we invite you to explore the Greensboro Police Department and consider becoming part of our mission.

The Greensboro Police Department is one of only a few police departments in North Carolina that will pay you while you train. Get the best training in one of the best cities in the state.

• Salaries starting at $57,220 with a 4% salary increase once recruits become sworn officers
• Signing Bonus of at least $2,200
• Night Shift Premium Pay of $3,600 annually
• Educational Bonus up to $5,000
• Military Bonus of $2,500
• Bilingual Pay up to $2,500 annually
• Law Enforcement Certificate Pay up to $1,250 annually

• 13 Paid Holidays
• 11 Days Paid Vacation
• 96 Hours Sick Time

4 Day Work Week: 4 Days On, 4 Days Off

The City offers a comprehensive retirement and benefits package including 401(k), Health, Vision, Dental, Maternity Leave, Paternity Leave, and more.

With the excellent training GPD officers receive, they are always encouraged to reach their maximum potential. Tuition Assistance up to $2,000 annually.

After one year of service, six weeks of paid caregiver leave are available for those with new children or caring for a sick family member. In addition, the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) provides eligible employees with up to 12 work weeks of unpaid leave in a 12-month period. For mothers returning to work, we offer a lactation‑friendly work environment, including a clean and private lactation room and sufficient breaks during the workday.

For more information, visit – Benefits (greensboro-nc.gov/benefits)

40-hour work week

The employment procedure for the Police Trainee position is a multi‑step process. An applicant must pass each step in sequential order to progress to the next step. An applicant who misses a scheduled appointment (unless a verified emergency) may be voluntarily withdrawn from any further consideration. Candidates must be in excellent health and have no conditions that would restrict their ability to safely perform these duties.

These conditions must be met at the time of application and must be maintained throughout the application process. No residency requirements presently exist to apply for the position of Police Officer. Upon acceptance to the police academy, all candidates must be residents of North Carolina. Qualified applicants will be scheduled periodically throughout the year for hiring consideration. Recruit training is an intense 25‑week program that demands high academic performance in areas such as law, human relations, first aid, firearms, driver training, defensive tactics, and modern law enforcement techniques.

The academy also includes daily rigorous physical activity, weight training, aerobic activities, periodic assessments on the physical abilities course, etc. Police Trainees must successfully complete all topical areas and the State Comprehensive Examination. Sworn status is conferred upon successful completion of the Greensboro Police Department Academy and the State Examination administered by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission.

New officers then receive an additional 12 weeks of field training followed by assignment to one of four districts of the Patrol Bureau. Officers patrol a designated area of the City and are responsible for the prevention of crime, investigation of offenses, and apprehension of violators. The officer must also respond to automobile accidents, crimes in progress, and other emergencies and is required to exercise judgment and…