Employment Opportunities
The High Point Police Department is seeking men and women who will be dedicated to serving the High Point community. We offer competitive pay, exceptional benefits, and cutting-edge technology. We are career-oriented, offering exceptional career opportunities in both the sworn and non-sworn positions. View HPPD's Recruitment video!
Sworn Positions:
Entry Level (Police Officers)
Lateral Entry (Police Officers)
High Point Police Department's Personnel Office is available to answer your questions regarding our agency. Fill out an online preliminary questionnaire for employment for any of these positions. For sworn positions: High School diploma $33,654; 2-yr degree or 60 hrs. $35,337; bachelor's degree $37,019. Benefits Offered include:
Accrued paid vacation and holidays
Unlimited accumulation of sick leave
Family leave
Educational incentive pay
Education leave
Medical insurance options
Dental and Vision Reimbursement Worker's Compensation
State Law Enforcement Officer's Retirement
401K (Tax -deferred savings plan)
Professional Training available
Uniforms and equipment furnished
Individually assigned patrol vehicles (take home) Career Development Plan
Command Inspection
Qualifications to become a High Point Police Officer:
Be a United States citizen
Be at least 21 years of age at the completion of training
Have no felony, DWI, nor serious misdemeanor conviction
Have a valid North Carolina driver's license (or be eligible to obtain one)
Have vision corrected to 20/20
Have at least a high school diploma or GED (College is preferred and required for promotion)
Must pass thorough background investigation
Must pass departmental physical agility test
Must pass psychological test
Must pass polygraph test Must pass medical screening
City of High Point
Police Department
1009 Leonard Ave., High Point, North Carolina 27260-5321
General Information (336) 887-7940
