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D. C. Metropolitan Police Department

DC Police Officer

D. C. Metropolitan Police Department

Recruitment began on

Expires on

Oct. 1, 2026

Do you want to be part of something bigger than yourself? Do you want to give back to community but not work from behind a desk? Do you want hands-on specialized experience? 

At MPD, you’ll gain invaluable experience working with both local and federal partners in the Nation’s capital.

This is the entry level position for many specialized units including Detective Units, Harbor Patrol, Canine Patrol, Helicopter Unit, Emergency Response Team, Motor Unit, Homicide Unit, Major Crimes Units, and many more!

Please note: To formally apply for this position, please visit our website and register for an MPD Prospect Day. 

If you are applying from at least 300 miles from DC, ask us about our STEP program.

Qualifications:

  • Be a US citizen OR a lawful permanent resident (green card holder) at the time of application.
  • Must be at least 20.5 years of age
  • Possess a valid driver’s license

Must have one of the following:

  • Successfully completed at least 45 college credits
  • Served in the US military for at least two years on active duty (or 730 reserve points)
  • Served at least three years in a full-duty status with a full-service police department in a US state or municipality 

BENEFITS

  • $25k Hiring Bonus + $6k Rental Housing Assistance
  • $75,433 Starting Salary
  • Annual Leave
  • Paid Holidays
  • Retirement (Pension)
  • Overtime rate 1.5x Salary
  • Education Benefits (Tuition Reimbursement, Loan Forgiveness)
  • Health & Life Insurance
  • Dental & Vision Coverage
  • Housing Allowance Incentive
  • Employer Assisted Housing Program

Meet the Team

Beth Ricca

Beth Ricca, ’94M

Executive Director for Career Development

Jeffrey Mass, ’04, ’17M

Director for Employer Engagement

Harry Termyna, ’19, ’21M

Assistant Director of Career Development;
Adjunct

Rosie Chisolm

Coordinator for Career Engagement

Elizabeth Cotta

Office Coordinator

Contact

Phone (732) 571-3471

Email: careerdevelopment@monmouth.edu

Rebecca Stafford Student Center, First Floor.
400 Cedar Avenue
West Long Branch, NJ 07726-1898

Hours

  • Monday 8:45 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Tuesday 8:45 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Wednesday 8:45 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Thursday 8:45 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Friday 8:45 a.m. – 5 p.m.