The Boca Raton Police Services Department received National Accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies in 1989.

The Department employs 198 sworn officers and 104 civilian employees. Our Agency prides itself on the professional atmosphere and the professional demeanor of our employees. We strive to recruit only the most dedicated and qualified people.

Your first step to becoming a Boca Raton Police Officer is to download and read thoroughly the Police Information and Background Packet (PDF).

Upon completion, the entire contents of this packet and all supporting documents, including the background information form and all test scores must be mailed to or dropped off at the:

Boca Raton Police Services Department
Professional Standards Bureau
6500 Congress Ave. Suite 100
Boca Raton, FL 33487

We are actively seeking those individuals who possess the skills and desire required to serve this outstanding community. If you would like further information on opportunities with our agency, please contact our Recruitment Unit:
By Telephone: (561) 338-1247
By E-mail: BocaPD_Recruitment1

Notice: Your application for the position of Police Officer is not complete unless you have also submitted the city of Boca Raton’s online application for employment. If you do not submit the online application for employment, in addition to completing and returning to the Police Services Department the contents of this packet, you will not be considered for the position of Police Officer for the city of Boca Raton.

• Out of State Applicant FAQ
• Civilian Background Information
• Civilian Background Investigation Releases
• Information regarding Community Services Officer or Telecommunicator

• A starting salary of $50,918
• Take-home car program for Broward & Palm Beach counties.
• $1,300 annual uniform allowance
• $1,200 annual accident-free bonus
• Firearms issued.
• Annual longevity bonus after 5 years
• On-duty workout program
• 20-year pension plan.
• A 5 year D.R.O.P. plan.
• 12-hour shifts

• Be at least 19 years of age
• Be a citizen of the United States
• Not have been convicted of a felony
• Not have been convicted of perjury
• Be of good moral character
• Minimum of 60 credits from an accredited college OR two (2) years active duty military with an honorable discharge, OR, three (3) years certified law enforcement experience as a police officer. (Not correctional officer)
• You may apply for employment before obtaining a Florida Driver's License. If selected you must obtain a valid Florida Driver's license before starting work as a Boca Raton police officer.

Question:  I am a certified police officer with another agency, will my current salary transfer with me if I am hired by the City of Boca Raton?
Answer: No, all applicants are hired at starting salary.

Question: Can I apply before I have a Florida Drivers License?
Answer: Yes, you may apply for employment before obtaining a Florida Driver's License. However, if selected you must obtain a valid Florida Driver's license before starting work as a Boca Raton police officer.

Question: If I'm a certified police officer in a different state, do I have to complete the Exam Qualification Course (Comparative Compliance) before applying? 
Answer:  No, however if you are hired by the Boca Raton Police Services Department we will send you to the class within a year of being hired.

Question: I am a certified Police Officer, will my certification exempt me from any portion of the testing process.

Answer: No, all applicants are required to complete all phases of the hiring process.

Out of state applicants can expect to make at least three trips to Florida to complete all required tests during the hiring process.

During the first trip, the applicant will contact the Criminal Justice Testing Center at the Broward Community College to schedule the required tests prior to applying (CJBAT, TABE, and Physical Agility).  Note: the Broward Testing Center requires applicants to be at the college at 3:15PM to register for the TABE instead of the 4:00PM.

When the applicant receives all of his or her test scores they must forward those scores along with the background packet and required documents to the Boca Raton Police Services Department. 

If the applicant is selected to move on to the next phase of the hiring process they will be required to make a second trip to complete the oral board, B-Pad, and polygraph exam.

If the applicant is selected to move on to the next phase of the hiring process they will be required to make a third trip to complete the psychological exam and the physical exam

**EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER**
The City of Boca Raton does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.