Baltimore Police Department

The Baltimore Police Department is dedicated to upholding the Constitution and enforcing laws in a fair, impartial and ethical manner. We commit to creating and maintaining a culture of service that builds trust and legitimacy in all communities, values the sanctity of human life and provides for the safety and well-being of all.

As we work to improve our Police Department and build trust among the Baltimore communities of which we are a part, we’ll be focusing on the following areas:
Crime Reduction
Community Engagement and Policing
Continuous Agency Improvement
Creating a Culture of Service and Accountability
Connectivity
Capacity Building
Communication

Your career development within the Batlimore Police Department is a core tenet of our vision (see “Capacity Building” in the “About Us” section). There are numerous opportunities for flexible career development within BPD, and we are committed to providing a path forward that matches the goals, skills and interests of our officers and employees. Officers, cadets and civilian employees can choose form a variety of task forces and assignments as you rise in the ranks.

To help ensure you grow with us, Baltimore Police Department offers the following educational incentives for sworn officers:
$1,500 more for Associates' Degree
$3,000 more for Bachelors' Degree
$4,500 more for Master's Degree/Law Degree

The Baltimore Police Department is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates and encourages diversity within our ranks.
Ours is a supportive community, dedicated to the safety, health and wellbeing of our members as well as the communities we serve. Officers, cadets and civilian employees are encouraged to avail themselves of our support services, including: Officer Safety and Wellness.

The Officer Safety and Wellness Section (OSW) is designed to advocate for the mental and physical health and wellness of both police officers and civilian staff members.
The Health and Wellness Unit focuses on securing resources for officers that will assist them in transforming their minds and bodies while achieving personal goals they set for themselves. Services include:
Critical Incident Response
Early Intervention
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Sworn Officers start at $60,000
Starting yearly salary for Baltimore Police Cadets (available on your 18th birthday) is $31,388 with no uniform or equipment cost and will advance to Police Officer Trainee salary at the age of 21
Civilian Employee pay varies by role

Health, dental and vision
Retirement after 25 years of service with a pension at 60% of salary at the time of retirement (22 years fior those with 3 or more years of military service)
Tax credits for city residents

Complete an online application to become a cadet or officer
Take the National Testing Network Police Exam, which is free of charge for all Baltimore residents
Take the physical fitness test
Attend a preliminary interview
Complete and pass the required background investigation,
physical examination and psychological evaluation

Officer Eligibility
The ideal officer candidate:
Is a U.S. citizen.
Possesses a valid driver's license–provisional licenses are acceptable.
Is at least 20 years and 9 months of age upon beginning the Police Academy.
Has a high school diploma or GED.
Can pass a comprehensive background check.
Has a good driving record with no more than five points.
Has not had a DWI/DUI conviction within the last 24 months.
Has been Honorably Discharged if they served in the military.
Has no felony convictions.
Is not currently on parole or probation.
Has had any misdemeanor charges expunged.
Has not illegally used a controlled dangerous substance, narcotic drug or marijuana for any purpose within 3 years (36 months).
Can pass a mental and physical examination.
Is, above all, truthful throughout the hiring process.
Your city and your Police Department thank you for your consideration, and we hope you’ll join us in serving Baltimore and its communities.