The Suffolk County Police Department’s Auxiliary Police Unit is a volunteer Civil Defense force trained and equipped to support police officers by conducting routine patrols and providing additional public safety services.

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To be considered for the Suffolk County Auxiliary Police Officer role, candidates must proceed to the following link:

JoinSCPD.com/APO

WORK WHERE YOU LIVE

Excellent Opportunity And Benefits

Receive training in various criminal justice fields
NYS Peace Officer certification
Community service & networking

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

US Citizen
Suffolk County resident
High school diploma/GED
Valid NYS Driver License
Background check required

IMPORTANT DATES:

APPLICATION DEADLINE
October 10, 2026

ORIENTATION PROCESSING
December 2026

EXPECTED START DATE
September 2027

Suffolk County’s Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Equity:

Our focus is to promote, support, and implement the County-wide diversity and inclusion strategic plan.
We achieve results in all our responsibilities through the use of diversity and inclusion best practices.
We maintain a familiarity with Diversity & Inclusion trends and best practices.

Suffolk County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

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