Military Police

In the United States Army, Military Police officers protect the lives and property on Army installations by enforcing military laws and regulations. You will have a wide array of different opportunities, such as regular patrol, traffic accident investigations, personal protection details and many more!

While professional experience and qualifications are key for this role, make sure to check you have the preferable soft skills before applying if required.

THIS JOB REQUIRES ENLISTMENT INTO THE UNITED STATES ARMY OR ARMY RESERVE

Job Duties :

• Law enforcement patrols
• Interview witnesses, victims and suspects in investigations
• Crime scene security and processing
• Arrest and charge criminal suspects

Requirements

Those who want to serve must first take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery, a series of tests that helps you better understand your strengths and identify which Army jobs are best for you.

Training :

Job training for Military Police requires 20 weeks of One Station Unit Training and on-the-job instruction in police methods. Part of this time is spent in the classroom and in the field. Some of the skills youll learn are :

• Basic warrior skills and use of firearms
• Military / civil laws and jurisdiction
• Investigating and collecting evidence
• Traffic and crowd control
• Arrest and restraint of suspect

Compensation

• Paid training
• Salary Pay
• Housing and meal allowance for full-time positions
• 30 days of paid vacation each year, in addition to federal holidays
• 401(K) type savings plan
• Full-coverage medical and dental insurance for Soldiers and immediate family members
• Low-cost life insurance (up to $400,000 coverage)
• Education Benefits (GI Bill) - tuition, housing, and book fees for 36 academic months of college
• Tuition Assistance - up to $4000 per year
• Student Loan Repayment - up to $65,000 in college loan repayment
• Signing bonus - up to $40,000 in cash bonuses

In order to meet the minimum qualifications, you must :

• Be under 35 years old
• Be a US Citizen or Hold at least permanent residence (I-551 / Greed Card)
• Have a High School Diploma / GED
• Have no major medical issues
• Have no major law violations (Felony level)

Required qualifications :

• 17 years or older
• Legally authorized to work in the United States
• Background check