Baltimore Police Department Recruitment: Help Wanted
Over the Thanksgiving Weekend, the Baltimore Police Department Recruitment Unit invited interested parties to join their ranks, saying, “Committed to Serve. Come be a Part of the Difference. Fill out an Application Today and Join the BPD!”
If becoming a police officer might be of interest to you, see below for some valuable information.
Benefits
- Starting yearly salary for Baltimore Police Officers is $50,440.00. Top officers can earn up to $86,397.
- Retirement – Pension after 25 years of service is 60% of sworn member’s salary.
- Excellent Health Insurance to include prescription, dental and vision.
- 6 month, paid, entry-level, academy training.
- Tuition Reimbursement.
- Pay incentives for Bachelor’s Degrees.
- Equipment provided at no cost.
- Option to participate in tax-deferred, 457B retirement plan (Deferred Compensation), which can be used to supplement income upon retirement.
- Additional vacation leave is available to members who do not use medical leave.
Veterans and Service Members
The Baltimore Police Department appreciates the service performed by members of the United States military. Veterans and service members are eligible for the following benefits:
- Military Veterans who have served 3 years of active duty can retire at (22) years at 60%.
- 15 days of paid annual military leave for members of the Active Reserves and National Guard.
- Eligible to receive full Montgomery G.I. Bill benefits while completing the 26-week academy.
Opportunities for Advancement
- After serving in the Patrol Division, officers are afforded numerous opportunities to expand their law enforcement career in one of the many specialized units that the Baltimore Police Department offers: Narcotics, K-9, SWAT, Criminal and Gang Intelligence, Community Collaboration Division, Family Crimes, Child Abuse, Sex Offense, Cyber and Electronic Crimes, Homicide, Robbery, Mounted, Traffic, and many more.
- After completing 3 years of service, officers are eligible to take the Sergeant’s examination. Sergeants are eligible to take the Lieutenant’s examination after completing 2 years of service as a Sergeant.
How to Apply
Apply Here
To apply for a meaningful career as a Baltimore City Police Officer, you must first complete the online application using the link above. You will receive an e-mail notification advising you of your next step. If approved, you will receive instructions regarding the National Testing Network Exam (applicants will schedule their testing location, time, etc.) If you have any questions regarding the link or any assistance filling it out, please contact the Recruitment Unit at 1-(877)-PRIDEPD.
Some information regarding National Test Testing Network:
Baltimore City Police written examination is offered through the National Testing Network at testing centers locally and around the United States.
The Cost for the examination is $49 (credit card required)
- Baltimore City Residents will receive a voucher at no cost when they sign up for the National Testing Network Frontline Exam. City residents must complete the online application first and receive notification from the Baltimore Police Department before the voucher is issued.
- Maryland Residents outside of the City of Baltimore will receive a reduced rate at half the cost when they sign up for the National Testing Network Frontline Exam. Maryland Residents outside of the City of Baltimore must complete the online application first and receive notification from the Baltimore Police Department before the voucher is issued.
Learn more about the BPD National Testing Network Exam
For additional Information on becoming a Baltimore City Police Officer, visit the Baltimore Police Department Careers website.
(Source: Baltimore Police Department / All Images: BPD Recruitment / Twitter)
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