#JOINFORGOOD
BE A COMPASSIONATE FIRST RESPONDER
What does it mean to Join For Good? It means being the best answer when Baltimore calls for help. It means doing the work needed to help communities thrive in the city you love.
The Baltimore Police Department is committed to making a difference by using the best practices for community engagement, as well as a greater focus on conflict resolution and creative problem-solving.
Now’s the time to Join For Good.
The Baltimore Police Department (BPD) is looking for an outstanding civilian to be a dedicated and driven servant for public safety as a Baltimore City Police Officer. The ideal candidate is someone who is committed to public service, constitutional policing, and making a positive impact on Baltimore communities; is a person of integrity; and has strong communication skills.
As a uniformed Baltimore Police Officer, you are assigned to patrol a neighborhood by vehicle or on foot. Employees in this class work rotating shifts including evening, weekends and holiday hours. In this capacity, you respond to emergency and non-emergency calls for service and promote the safety of the public and of fellow police officers. You will be a proactive member of our Department, engaging in community-oriented policing, traffic enforcement, and on occasion, special details. You are expected to meet all administrative requirements.
SALARY
As of 7/1/2022:
Starting Annual Salary: $60,146
Top officers can earn up to $104,456.
The BPD is an equal opportunity employer. Employees who have been with the city for at least one year are eligible for 12 weeks of unpaid family and medical leave.
BENEFITS
The BPD offers a competitive package that includes:
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A pension after 25 years of service (60% of sworn member’s salary).
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Health insurance with prescription, dental and vision.
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Six-month paid entry-level Police Academy training.
- Pay incentives for associate’s, bachelor’s and master’s degrees.
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Equipment at no cost.
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An option to participate in the tax-deferred, 457B retirement plan (Deferred Compensation).
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A property tax credit of up to $2,500 per year for officers who live in the city.
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