Making a Difference. Every day.
MPD is a special place where a collection of officers from diverse backgrounds come together as colleagues and friends to ensure the safety and security of the residents and visitors of our nation’s capital.
Here, “community policing” are not just buzzwords — instead, it is the foundational model we follow every day. Our men and women in uniform know our communities and are invested in our neighborhoods — many live here, some grew up here — and all are dedicated to our mission to serve and protect those who call DC home and those who are passing through.
At MPD, we understand that DC is more than just the nation’s capital. The District is a world-class city with a dynamic mix of residents from native Washingtonians, students, commuters, tourists and business travelers. It is a complex public safety environment where dedication and excellence are demanded of our officers, and they meet that high bar every day.
Becoming a Police Officer
Whether you are a veteran officer or a new recruit, making a difference every day in the community is reason to wear the uniform. At MPD, you will partner with and learn from some of the finest officers in the nation, while having a direct impact on the nation’s capital.
As one of the 10 largest police departments in the United States, we are dedicated to giving our officers the ongoing training and tools they need for a long and fulfilling law enforcement career. We work to maintain a highly trained, technically advanced, professional force where respect, teamwork and camaraderie are our culture.
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