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Middletown Police Department

Middletown PD

Serve the residents, businesses and visitors of Middletown, Delaware. Our officers work with the community to protect life and property, prevent crime and build trust. Integrity, courage, accountability, respect and empathy guide our work. We welcome applicants beginning a police career and officers who are already certified.

entry level police officer

$83,500 AFTER THE ACADEMY • $5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS

Start your police career serving Middletown, Delaware. We are accepting non-certified applicants. Competitive Pay. Real Career Growth. $83,500 starting salary after academy completion $5,000 sign-on bonus for non-certified hires $98,500 salary after 3 years $112,700 salary after 5 years Build your future with a department committed to serving the Middletown community while investing in your professional growth. If you're looking for a career with purpose, opportunity, and strong earning potential, your future could start here.

Minimum Requirements:

U.S. Citizenship
Meet the department’s current age, education and employment eligibility requirements.
Successfully complete physical fitness testing and a written examination.
Pass the required background investigation and medical and psychological evaluations.

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Certified Police Officers

SIGN-ON BONUS UP TO $10,000 FOR CERTIFIED HIRES

Continue your police career in Middletown, Delaware. We are recruiting certified officers and offer a sign-on bonus up to $10,000 for certified hires. Serve a department committed to community policing and learn more about our four-days-on, four-days-off schedule and benefits.

Certified Applicants:

Candidates must meet all Entry-Level Minimum Qualifications, plus:

Meet Middletown’s applicable hiring and background standards.
Have your police certification and experience reviewed by the department.
Contact recruitment with questions about certification eligibility and compensation.

Questions? Email Recruitment@Middletown.Delaware.Gov or call (302) 376-9950.

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Incentives & benefits

PAY AND SIGN-ON BONUSES

Salary of $83,500 after academy completion.
$5,000 sign-on bonus for non-certified hires.
Sign-on bonus up to $10,000 for certified hires.
Additional earning opportunities through overtime.
After 5 years of service salary increases to $112,700 with promotion to Corporal

Health & Wellness

Medical and dental insurance.
Health reimbursement benefits.
On-site gym with 24-hour access.

SCHEDULE AND TIME OFF

11½-hour shifts, with four days on and four days off.
Paid vacation, sick leave and holidays.
Compensatory time and personal days.
Eligible blood donors can receive up to 16 additional hours of leave.

RETIREMENT

State Municipal Police Pension Plan.
Can retire after 20 years of service.
No mandatory retirement age.

EDUCATION AND EQUIPMENT

Education reimbursement benefits.
Department-provided uniforms, weapons and equipment.
Beards and tattoos permitted under department policy.

WHY SERVE MIDDLETOWN

Help protect the people who live, work and visit here.
Work with residents and local organizations to build trust.
Serve with integrity, courage, accountability, respect and empathy.