How to Apply

Must be a United States citizen
Must have at least 1 year of police experience or a Bachelor's degree, in Criminal Justice or a related field, from an accredited university or college.
Must be able to obtain a secret security clearance
Possess a valid drivers license and good driving record
Have not been convicted of any offense involving domestic violence or a felony
Successfully complete oral interview, medical examination, physical fitness evaluation, drug testing and a favorable background check
Successfully complete a 12–week basic police–training program at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC).
Successfully complete an in–house 12–week training and evaluation program upon completion of FLETC and upon return to the Pentagon
If prior active duty military service, must have DD Form 214 showing honorable discharge

All candidates will be given a thorough physical examination and a physical evaluation battery
Vision must be at least 20/200 in each eye, correctable to 20/20
Hearing Test

Compensation:
- Police Officer positions start at a salary of $52,018–$58,401 with a full performance $93,672. (salary varies with federal pay tables and experience)
- Overtime is compensated at the rate of 1–1/2 times your hourly rate
- Night shift is paid at an additional 10% of the hourly rate
- Sunday premium is paid at 25% of base salary
Annual leave is earned for total service at a rate of 13 days during the first three years, 20 days for 3 plus years to 15 years, 26 days for 15 plus years
Sick leave is earned at a rate of 13 days per year, regardless of years of service, 10 paid holidays annually
Government retirement program/Thrift Savings Plan available
Medical/Dental and Long–Term Care insurance plans are offered
May qualify for National Capital Region's transit benefit program ($100 per month)
Uniforms, laundry, and equipment are furnished at no cost to the officer
On site fitness center provided free of charge