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Military Police Officer – Army Reserve

Posted on: December 3, 2020 Apply Now
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Military Police protect the lives and property on Army installations by enforcing military laws and regulations. They also control traffic, prevent crime and respond to all emergencies.

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.

  • Clean record.
  • U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.
  • Driver’s License.
  • No serious medical issues to include asthma.

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 you’ll 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 suspects.

HELPFUL SKILLS:

  • Interest in law enforcement.
  • Ability to make quick decisions.
  • Remain calm under heavy duress.
  • Ability to interact well with people.

COMPENSATION:

Total compensation includes housing, medical, food, special pay, and vacation time.

EDUCATION BENEFITS:

In the Army, qualified students can earn full-tuition, merit-based scholarships, allowances for books and fees, plus an annual stipend for living expenses. Learn more about education benefits.

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS:

The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career with federal, state and local law enforcement.

PARTNERSHIP FOR YOUTH SUCCESS (PAYS) PROGRAM:

Those interested in this job may be eligible for civilian employment, after the Army, by enrolling in the Army PaYS program. The PaYS program is a recruitment option that guarantees a job interview with military friendly employers that are looking for experienced and trained Veterans to join their organization. Find out more about the Army PaYS Program at http://www.armypays.com.

  • LAPD.
  • New York City Police Dept.
  • Louisville Metro Police.
  • Clearwater PD.
  • Alabama Department of Corrections.
  • Las Vegas Metro Police Department.
  • Kansas Highway Patrol.
  • The city of Chicago.
  • Baltimore Police Department.
  • Corpus Christi Police Department.

Job Requirements:

  • Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident.
  • Must possess a High School Diploma or equivalent.
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