Entry level
$34.20 / hour
More than $75,240 annually, including holiday pay.
Auburn, Maine
Your career.
Your city.
Do work that matters with a nationally and state-accredited department built on service, sound judgment and professional growth.
$75,240+Entry annual pay
$99,099+Lateral potential
55Sworn officers
A career with purpose
Expect more from the job.
Auburn offers the reach and variety of a larger agency while keeping the teamwork and direct community connection that make local policing matter.
Certified / lateral
Up to $99,099+
Prior full-time municipal, county, state or federal experience may be recognized.
Strong retirementTwo-thirds retirement through MainePERS
Premium details$86 per hour detail rate
Full coverageMedical accounts, dental and vision
Room to advanceTraining, overtime and specialty stipends
Build your path
One badge. Many directions.
Develop deep expertise, teach the next generation, or serve in a specialized assignment. Auburn gives officers room to grow.
PatrolThe foundation of the department
Drone TeamTechnology in the field
PACE UnitProactive community enforcement
Field TrainingShape new officers
Crash ReconstructionAdvanced investigation
School ResourceServe students and schools
DREDrug recognition expertise
Task ForcesRegional collaboration
Auburn Police officers in dress uniform.
Expedited hiring
A clear path to the academy.
01
Apply online
Create your PoliceApp account and submit the entry-level application.
02
Show your readiness
Complete the MCJA physical agility test and required written testing.
03
Meet the team
Continue through the oral board and comprehensive background process.
04
Complete final evaluations
Medical, substance, psychological and polygraph testing complete the selection process.
05
Begin your training
Successful entry-level candidates attend the Maine Criminal Justice Academy.
Before you apply
Know the basics.
The standards are direct. If you meet them and are ready to serve with professionalism, Auburn wants to hear from you.
- High school diploma or equivalency
- Age 21, or age 20 with at least 60 college credits
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to pass the MCJA physical agility test
- Available for nights, weekends and holidays
Leadership
Built on high standards.
Under the leadership of Chief Jason D. Moen, the Auburn Police Department is committed to honor, excellence, loyalty and professionalism — in the community and within the agency.
Questions
What applicants ask.
No. The entry-level track is built for qualified first-time officers. Successful candidates receive academy training.
Yes. Full-time experience from municipal, county, state or federal law-enforcement agencies may be recognized.
Options include field training, school resource, PACE, drone operations, crash reconstruction, task forces, instructor roles and additional team assignments.
The current entry-level posting lists December 31, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern as its deadline. PoliceApp is the authoritative source for changes.
Ready to wear the badge?
Take the first step toward a career of service, responsibility and opportunity in Auburn.