Police Cadet (Montgomery County, Maryland)

Start Your Part-Time Law Enforcement Career while attending College 

Cadets will work 20 hours per week  Cadets participating in the program receive a salary of $28.82 per hour. Cadets will receive leave benefits; to include:

• paid holiday leave
• healthcare benefits. 

WHO WE ARE

The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) is made up of approximately 1,300 sworn officers and approximately 800 support personnel. The Police Department was established in 1922 and today is responsible for providing service to a County with a population of over one million people.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Start Your Law Enforcement Career Today

The Montgomery County Department of Police is seeking highly motivated and community-focused individuals to join our team as POLICE CADETS (The Cadet Academy will run from December 28, 2026 - January 16, 2027). This is an excellent opportunity for college students who are passionate about public service and interested in pursuing a future career as a Montgomery County Police Officer.

We are seeking candidates who are at least 18 years old, currently enrolled in college or university full-time, and maintaining continuous progress towards earning an Associate or higher. If you are passionate about pursuing a future career as a Police Officer, we encourage you to consider joining us as a Police Cadet