Police Officer Candidate
This job ad will be posted until Monday, April 20, 2026. POLICE OFFICER CANDIDATE - SESSION 81 July 2026 POLICE ACADEMY $20,000 HIRING BONUS WILL BE AWARDED TO SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES. The department is currently looking for Police Officer Candidates who are ready to answer the call for a challenging and rewarding career in law enforcement. Our police officers receive comprehensive training in a state-of-the-art training facility and all uniforms and equipment are provided. We offer many opportunities to serve to include our 6 District Police Stations and over 50 specialized units.
Applicants possessing the minimum qualifications will be invited via email (CHECK SPAM FOLDERS) to complete an online written examination. Applicants who successfully complete the written exam will be provided instructions to complete an online background investigation booklet, which must be filled out COMPLETELY, a long with instructions to upload all required background documents. Candidates must also successfully complete an oral interview, background investigation, polygraph examination, psychological and medical examination including a physical component, and a drug and alcohol screen in order to receive a final offer of employment.
A Police Officer Candidate receives comprehensive training through a six (6) month recruit training program and three (3) month field training program. For more information on the Police Officer Candidate requirements for selection and the selection process go to www.joinmcp.com and click on Career Opportunities.
Police Officer • Gaithersburg, MD, US