Lateral Entry Program

Lateral Officer

  • Starting pay up to $42.51 per hour in 2025
  • Accelerated hiring process
  • Shortened police academy / shortened FTO phase
  • No residential requirement, except for being a resident of Kansas with an hour response time
  • Excellent benefits

Reason to Transfer to TPD

  • Superior technological resources and equipment
  • Excellent opportunities for training and career advancements
  • Working in a community that is supportive of the Police Department
  • Big City career opportunities, small town feel

For more information

SGT Justin Joyce #082
Recruiting and Hiring Supervisor
Topeka Police Department
785-368-2419
jjoyce@topeka.org
www.topeka.org/tpdrecruiting