Where do you belong?

LPD is bringing its hiring process to central Nebraska with open testing on the UNK campus in Kearney. Applicants can complete written and physical testing and in-person interviews all in one day.
  • Dates: April 29-30, 2026
  • Location: Copeland Hall (2507 11th Avenue) & Cushing HYPER Track
  • Questions: Contact Recruitment Coordinator Andre O’Connor at 402-441-7231

ENTRY LEVEL POLICE OFFICERS

Become a member of our next academy.  

Starting salary $74,568

911 POSITIONS

Join a fast-paced environment serving as a life-line between the community and first responders.

LATERAL POLICE OFFICERS

Certified officers may participate in accelerated training.

Starting salary from
$77,500 to $101,441

YOU belong at lpd

New contract increases officer pay 17% over the next 3 years


SPOTLIGHT | Applicant Testing

Track starting lanes


SPOTLIGHT | Women In Policing


SPOTLIGHT | Paid Education