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.

Physical Abilities Test: In order to better prepare for the exam and the physical demands of the academy, candidates are strongly encouraged to join the Candidate Workout Program (CWP). More information is available at Attending the CWP will also make transitioning to Academy life much easier.

Background Investigation: The investigation begins with the completion of a Personal History Statement (PHS) and will include fingerprinting and a background interview. The investigation also includes checks of employment, police, financial, education, and military records and interviews with family members, neighbors, supervisors, co-workers, and friends. Findings are valid for 12 months. A polygraph examination will be conducted prior to your field investigation to confirm information obtained during the selection process. The processing guidelines for the polygraph examination may be revised periodically. All candidates will be processed according to the current guidelines, not the guidelines which were in place when they applied.

Any conviction by a state, the federal government, or a foreign government of a crime, the punishment for which would have been imprisonment in a federal penitentiary or the state prison (felony) will result in a disqualification. Note: Federal law prohibits anyone who has been convicted of a misdemeanor involving domestic violence from carrying a firearm.

Medical Evaluation: Consists of a thorough evaluation by a City physician. It is essential that you be in excellent health, with no conditions that would restrict your ability to safely perform the work of an Airport Police Officer. A cardiac stress test may be required. To remain medically qualified, you must maintain your good health during the period following the medical examination. Medical examination results are valid for up to 12 months, at the discretion of the City's medical staff. Part of the medical evaluation includes a psychological evaluation by a City psychologist. This evaluation consists of written tests and an individual oral interview. You will be evaluated on the psychological factors related to successful job performance to determine if you are suited for the difficult and stressful occupation of Airport Police Officer. The results of the oral psychological evaluation are valid for 12 months. Your written psychological tests are valid for up to 24 months, at the discretion of the City's psychological staff. In conjunction with the medical and psychological evaluation processes, the Medical Services Division may require access to medical and/or psychological records that directly pertain to your fitness for duty as a peace officer.

Health/Physical Condition: You must be in excellent health, with no conditions that would restrict your ability to safely complete Academy training and perform police work for the City of Los Angeles. Your weight (body fat content) must be appropriate for height and build, and you should be in excellent physical condition.

Vision: Your uncorrected distance vision must not exceed 20/70 in either eye and the best eye must be at least 20/40 and wearing eyeglasses you must have corrected vision to 20/30 in each eye. If soft contact lenses are worn, they must have been worn for at least one month and vision must be at least 20/30 in each eye tested wearing the contact lenses and there is no uncorrected distant vision requirement. If a LASIK procedure (refractive surgery) was performed, vision must be at least 20/30 in each eye. In addition, candidates must be able to accurately and quickly name colors, and must be free from other visual impairments that would restrict the ability to perform law enforcement duties.

Certification and Appointment: Before you can be hired as an Airport Police Officer, you must successfully complete all required steps.

Academy Training: You will be required to attend a six-month, 40-hour per week training and orientation program, during which you will receive full pay.

Assignments: Employees will receive regular appointments to the classification of Airport Police Officer and