Careers at Sebastian Police Department

The Sebastian Police Department is a full service accredited law enforcement agency. There are numerous opportunities to learn and grow, to include a Criminal Investigations Unit, K-9 Unit, Marine and Traffic Units, School Resources Program, Community Policing Unit (C.O.P.E), and Special Response Team (SWAT).  

We only accept applications during official posting periods. Visit our employment website to view current openings.

Police Officer Salary & Benefits: 

  • Salary Range: $50,009.60 to $94,549.40 (Potential increase for experienced officers)
  • Take Home Vehicle Program – after completion of training
  • Sign-on Bonus of $3,500 for experienced officers and $2,500 for non-experienced
  • Retirement Plan
  • Holiday and Shift Incentive Pay
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Competitive Health Insurance
  • Well-equipped onsite Fitness Center

Non-Certified Police Recruit Salary & Benefits:


The salary is $31,200.00. Upon graduating from the Academy and successfully passing the State Exam, the salary will increase to $50,009.60.

The City will assist applicants in obtaining the necessary training to become a Police Officer for the City of Sebastian as follows:

  • The City will reimburse applicants for tuition expenses of the Law Enforcement Basic Recruit Academy (Academy) or the Equivalency of Training (EOT) and the Applicant’s State Law Enforcement Certification for a total up to $5,000.00.
  • Applicants will be hired on a full-time basis to include health benefits and paid $15.00 per hour while attending the Academy or being provided Field Training when not in class. Hours will not exceed eighty (80) hours in a fourteen (14) day work period.
  • The City will provide applicants the same personal days, sick and vacation leave accruals and City group insurance benefits as allowed for newly hired Police Officers. In addition, applicants will be outfitted with such specialized clothing and equipment as the City deems necessary.

Basic Law Enforcement Academy Information:

To obtain information regarding the Police Academy, please visit Indian River State College Treasure Coast Public Safety Complex or  Eastern Florida State College Public Safety Institute.

Recruiting Contact Information:


For more details and to schedule a ride-along, contact our Recruitment Team at:

(772) 589-6209
spdrecruiter@cityofsebastian.org

The City of Sebastian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer