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Vision

The Albany Police Department will strive to eliminate crime and the fear of crime by inspiring and empowering our community to work together to improve our quality of life and make Albany the safest community in America.

Mission

We are dedicated to pr...

Salary/Benefits

The APD is a 24-hour, full time police agency. As a police recruit, your salary will be $46,030 and will go to $53,354 upon graduating the police academy. You’ll receive increases for five years until you reach the Police Officer Grade IV which is $66,692...

Experience

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The APD is actively involved in the community and was recognized by The White House in 2016 as a model police agency for others in the United States. The APD was one of 16 police agencies selected by The White House to participate in...