Make a Difference in Your Community
Are you ready to serve, protect, and make a lasting impact? The Panama City Beach Police Department is seeking motivated individuals to join our dedicated team of law enforcement professionals. Whether you’re starting your career or seeking new challenges, we offer opportunities to grow and make a real difference in one of Florida’s most vibrant communities.

Why Join Us?

  • Community Impact: Protect and serve the residents and visitors of Panama City Beach. Your work will directly contribute to the safety and well-being of our community.
  • Diverse Career Paths: Explore specialized roles within our department that align with your skills and interests.
  • Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a rewarding career with excellent pay, health benefits, retirement options, and advancement opportunities.
  • Training: Receive continuous training and mentorship to help you succeed in your role.
  • Team Environment: Join a supportive and professional team committed to excellence and public service.

Career Opportunities

At the Panama City Beach Police Department, we offer a variety of specialized units:

  • Patrol Division: Respond to calls and ensure community safety.
  • SWAT: Handle high-risk situations requiring advanced training and expertise.
  • K-9 Unit: Partner with highly trained dogs to assist in searches and apprehensions.
  • Motorcycle Unit: Conduct traffic enforcement and support special events.
  • Communications: Serve as the critical link between the public and first responders.
  • Traffic Homicide Investigation (THI): Investigate serious traffic incidents.
  • Criminal Investigative Division: Solve complex cases and bring offenders to justice.
  • Crime Scene Unit: Collect and analyze evidence to solve crimes.
  • Property/Evidence Unit: Maintain the integrity of evidence and property.
  • Administrative Division: Support the department’s operations behind the scenes.
  • Community Services: Build relationships and trust with the public.

Benefits of Joining the PCBPD Team

  • Competitive Salary: Earn a competitive starting salary with opportunities for raises and promotions.
  • Health and Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
  • Benefit & Retirement Plans: Enjoy paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.  Secure your future with pension and retirement options.
  • Training and Education: Gain access to continued education and certifications.
  • Alternative Scheduling: Enjoy paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Ready to Serve?

Take the first step toward a rewarding career with the Panama City Beach Police Department. Join a team that protects and serves with commitment, integrity, and compassion.

Apply Today:
Visit City of Panama City Beach Careers Page to apply today!

The City of Panama City Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  There shall be no discrimination exercised on account of race, national origin, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, sex, political affiliation, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability unless such disability effectively prevents the performance of the essential duties required of the position and which are bona fide occupational qualifications which cannot be accommodated without undue hardship, with respect to the recruitment, examination or appointment of applicants, or in any personnel actions affecting employees, including compensation, training, promotions, educational appointment of applicants, or in any personnel actions affecting employees, including compensation, training, promotions, educational opportunities, transfers, demotions, layoffs and disciplinary actions.