The Lateral Entry Program offers experienced police officers an opportunity to join a progressive, diverse, and talented police department. Entry into the program is based on level of experience. This is determined by your policing skills, situational experience, years of service, and talents, which are reviewed from your resume. Interested in joining our team? We want to hear from you.
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Move to SPPD, Create a Pathway to a Great Career
There are few law enforcement agencies in Minnesota that can offer the breadth of experience and depth of advancement opportunities as the Saint Paul Police Department. As a member of the SPPD, you will have the opportunity to join any of the 30+ specialized units and to take advantage of promotional opportunities. Below are some of the specialized units:
| A Community Outreach Program (ACOP) | Crisis Negotiator |
| Field Training Officer (FTO) | K-9 Unit |
| Firearms Instructor | Defensive Tactics Instructor |
| Forensic Services Unit | Property Code Enforcement |
| Motors (Motorcycles) | Bike Patrol |
| Vice | Narcotics |
| Missing Persons | Traffic Unit |
| Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) | Gang Unit |
| Police Athletic League (PAL) Program | Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) |
| Fraud and Forgery | Recruitment |
| Special Investigations Unit (SIU) | Family Sexual Violence Unit (FSVU) |
| Arson | Mentoring Program |
| Auto Theft | Internal Affairs (IA) |
| Homicide | Community Services |
| Training Unit |
