LAKELAND POLICE HOSTING CAREER FAIR MARCH 11TH

LAKELAND, FL (March 8, 2025) - The Lakeland Police Department will host a career fair for those interested in an exciting and purpose-driven career in either law enforcement or a civilian career as a Public Safety Aide or in our 911 Emergency Communications Center. The event will take place Tuesday, March 11, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. in the Community Room at the Lakeland Police Station, 219 North Massachusetts Avenue in Lakeland.
At the beginning of the event there will be a panel discussion with some of our female police officers, public safety aides and dispatchers who will share their personal experiences while serving in law enforcement and answer any questions from guests. Although the discussion will be centered towards women, all are welcome to attend.
Recruiters and human resource professionals will also be on hand to answer questions about the hiring process, benefits, academy sponsorships, training, and more!
More information about becoming a law enforcement officer, including the necessary qualifications and the hiring process, can be found at www.joinlakelandpd.com. The Lakeland Police Department in an equal-opportunity employer.
More about the Lakeland Police Department:
The Lakeland Police Department was established as a career department in 1885. Today, the agency employs 277 sworn officers and 122 civilian support personnel. Dedicated members provide public safety services 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year, responding to emergency and non-emergency calls for service. The men and women of LakelandPD serve approximately 120,000+ people inside the city limits of Lakeland, Florida. The Lakeland Police Department hold accreditations both nationally and with the State of Florida.
Firmly committed to the philosophy of community policing, the Lakeland Police Department is consistently engaging with residents through outreach events, preventative public education, and transparent, open dialogue. To learn more about the Lakeland Police Department, visit www.lakelandpd.com and follow LakelandPD on social media platforms Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.