Lateral Entry Program

Eligibility:

Lateral Entry is limited to applicants that are currently in a sworn law enforcement position or have been absent from a sworn position for less than two (2) years. The applicant must hold a State Peace Officer Certification, and must have served a minimum of two years consecutive service in a full-time sworn position. 

Lateral entry applicants will be given credit for years of service and placed accordingly in the Step in Grade pay scale.  $8,000 hiring incentive available for lateral applicants.