AIRPORT POLICE OFFICER

Airport Police Officer

Annual Salary: $87,257 - $120,832

Salary range applies to Airport Police Officer I & II. Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current starting salary is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer.

An Airport Police Officer is a sworn peace officer, authorized to carry a firearm who enforces federal and state regulations, City of Los Angeles ordinances, and security, traffic, and safety rules and regulations; engages in law enforcement activities, including uniformed foot, vehicle, motorcycle, bicycle patrol and plainclothes assignments, arrest, and report writing at Los Angeles World Airports; provides information to the public regarding locations and operations of the Department; and does related work.

Requirements/Minimum Qualifications

At least 20 years of age at the time of application and 21 years of age by police academy graduation; and

Graduation from a U.S. high school, G.E.D. or equivalent from a U.S. institution, or a California High School Proficiency Examination (CHSPE) certificate is required. A two or four year college degree from an accredited U.S. or foreign institution may be substituted for the high school requirements. Documentation demonstrating that the institution is accredited must be submitted prior to taking the written test; and

Legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law.

Where To Apply & Application Deadline

The selection process is started by completing two separate Public Safety On-line applications. The first of these can be submitted by creating a profile and completing the application on myPD.joinlapd.com. Any applicants who wish to apply for the Airport Police Officer classification should select "Airport" in the "Application Type" section. After the myPD application has been submitted, a Government Jobs application must be submitted via the Police Officer (2214) posting. This second application can be accessed at the following link: Although this application is specific to the Police Officer classification, applicants will have the opportunity to file for the Airport Police Officer examination by selecting "Airport" when prompted to indicate which department(s) for which they are submitting their application in the Supplemental Questionnaire.

Note: If you should apply for an entry-level, sworn public safety examination with test part(s) deemed by the City of Los Angeles Personnel Department to be the same as this examination, the test scores, test dates, test re-take allowances, and test expiration dates you receive in the common test parts may be applied to the other examination.

Selection Process

Examination Weight:

Multiple-Choice Test - Qualifying

Physical Abilities Test (PAT) - Qualifying

Interview - 100%

The examination will consist of a qualifying multiple-choice test, a qualifying Physical Abilities Test (PAT), and an interview. The qualifying multiple-choice test will evaluate factors including spelling, reading comprehension, vocabulary, and clarity. Your passing score does not expire. The multiple-choice test may be proctored and administered on-line or in-person. Candidates will be notified later by e-mail of the date, time, and location of the multiple-choice test.

All candidates who waive or receive a passing score on the multiple-choice test will be invited to participate in the qualifying Physical Abilities Test (PAT), which evaluates the ability to perform physically demanding tasks—including maximum sit-ups in one minute, a 300-meter sprint, maximum push-ups in one minute, and a 1.5-mile run—under stressful conditions to measure the endurance, agility, and strength necessary for law enforcement duties. Your performance in these four events determines your overall pass/fail score, with a passing result valid for 12 months; failing to attempt any of the four events will result in an automatic fail. You must pass the PAT to be scheduled for an interview; if you fail, you may retake it after 30 days, but failing to appear for any scheduled PAT prevents you from applying for this or other City of Los Angeles entry-level peace officer examinations for 12 months. Candidates will be notified by e-mail regarding the date, time, and location of the PAT, which is held in a single half-day session in or near Los Angeles.

Candidates who pass the Physical Abilities Test will be invited for an Interview. In the interview, the following competencies may be evaluated: Personal Accomplishment; Job Motivation; Community Involvement/Awareness; Problem Solving Skills; Interpersonal Skills; and Oral Communication Skills. Your interview score will determine your rank on the eligible list. Your passing score will expire after 12 months. The interview may be conducted on-line or in-person. Candidates will be notified later by e-mail of the date, time, and location of the interview.

Additional job analysis information can be obtained by going to and clicking on Competencies under Airport Police Officer/Airport Police Specialist.