Austin Police Department Recruiting

10/15/2026

Already in law enforcement? Your next move could be Austin. 👀

Join the Austin Police as a lateral officer! Apply by November 23, 2026, for the April 5, 2027, academy.

💰 $97,385 annual rate during the academy
📈 $97,385–$104,202 after graduation, based on prior years of service (up to the 6-year pay step)

Apply now: APDRecruiting.org

10/13/2026

10/13/2026

10/13/2026

POV: K9 Riggs. 🐾

10/12/2026

Attention lateral officers: skip the 8 month academy. Make the move to Austin.

💨12-Week Academy: A fast-tracked transition designed for experienced officers.
💸Academy Pay: Earn a $97,385/year rate from day one.
👩‍🎓Service Credit: Graduate and match your prior years of service, up to the 6-year pay step Austin PD Lateral Officer Program.
🌇The Reward: Top-tier compensation in the Live Music Capital of the World.

Your experience belongs here. Learn more and apply on our website at

We are looking for qualified men and women to join our team and help build a safer Austin. If you have a desire to protect and a heart to serve, we invite you to apply!

10/09/2026

What does a day in the K9 Unit really look like? 🐾

From training to assisting Austin Police Officers in the field, see what this K9 team does day in and day out, and the important role they play in keeping Austin safe.

Interested in a career with the Austin Police? Explore where your career can take you. Apply today at APDRecruiting.org.

10/08/2026

It's more than a job, it's a partnership.

Hear what it's like to work side-by-side with a K9 partner every day, and why that bond makes the job so rewarding.

Ready to make a difference with the Austin Police? Start your career with us and see where your path can lead. Apply today at APDRecruiting.org

10/07/2026

How does an Austin Police Officer make it to the K9 Unit?

In this first part of our K9 series, hear how Officer Retkofsky found his way to the unit and began working with his K9 partner, Riggs.

Interested in joining the Austin Police? Learn more and start your journey today by visiting APDRecruiting.org.

10/01/2026

Come stop by the recruiting booth! We'd love to meet you.

🎉 Get Ready for National Night Out 2026! 🎉

Austin’s biggest night of community, connection, and fun is almost here—and we’re kicking things off in style! 🚓👮‍♀️🚒

Join the Austin Police Department for our National Night Out Kick-Off Party this Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 8–11 a.m. at the Mueller Home Depot.

Come say hello to your local first responders, check out awesome vehicle displays 🚔, meet community vendors, grab some swag, and discover local resources you can bring back to your neighborhood for National Night Out on Tuesday, October 6! 🎉

10/01/2026

The Austin Police Recruiting Team led the newly hired 159th Cadet Class in their final practice workout before starting the Academy. Dedication, teamwork, and determination were on full display under the hot Texas sun!

Interested in being part of the next class?

Your journey starts here! Visit APDRecruiting.org to learn more and apply.