Ways To Join

Available Opportunities ¶

Join the Tampa Police Department

Protect and serve the citizens of Tampa as a Police Officer.

Become an Officer

Are you ready to answer the call and be the calm voice in times of crisis?

Become a Dispatcher

Patrol the streets & neighborhoods of Tampa, side by side with Tampa Police Officers.

Become a Reserve Officer

Learn about civilian jobs in the Tampa Police Department and the City of Tampa

Become a Civilian Employee

Learn about a future career in Law Enforcement.

Open to those 14-20 years of age.

Become a Police Explorer

Support the mission of the police department through volunteering

Become a Volunteer

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Updated: 01/06/2021

Contact Information

Emergencies
(Police - Fire - Medical)
DIAL 9-1-1

Non-Emergencies call: (813) 231-6130 or online message

Tampa Police Department Headquarters
One Police Center
411 N. Franklin Street
Tampa, Florida 33602
Main Phone: (813) 276-3200

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