Become the Difference with AACOPD
Are you ready to make a real impact in your community? The Anne Arundel County Police Department is officially hiring! Take the first step toward a rewarding, dynamic career in law enforcement with a nationally accredited agency.
Entry Level Police Officer
- Position: Full Time (Closing Date: 9/11/2026)
- Compensation: Starting Salary: $71,200 | $10,000 Signing Bonus
- Work Schedule: 12-Hour Shift | Every Other Weekend Off
- Benefits: Medical Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 457 Retirement Plan, Paid Vacation
- Additional Perks: Take-Home Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV), $3,500 Property Tax Credit
- Retirement: 20-Year Retirement, 7-Year Drop
Police Officer (Lateral)
- Position: Full Time (Closing Date: 12/13/2026)
- Compensation: Max Starting Salary: $87,523 | $10,000 Signing Bonus
- Work Schedule: 12-Hour Shift | Every Other Weekend Off
- Benefits: Medical Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 457 Retirement Plan, Paid Vacation
- Additional Perks: Take-Home Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV), $3,500 Property Tax Credit
- Retirement: 20-Year Retirement, 7-Year Drop
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Anne Arundel County Police Physical Agility Assessment
All applicants will be required to successfully pass the agility test in order to be considered for the position of police officer. The test consists of a 1.5 mile run, pushups (max amount in one minute), sit-ups (max amount in one minute). The agility test is age and gender based.