Military Police

Overview

Military Police:
As a Military Police, you’ll protect people’s lives and property on Army installations by enforcing military laws and regulations. You’ll also control traffic, prevent crime, and respond to all emergencies. You’ll conduct force protection, anti-terrorism, area security, and police intelligence operations. You’ll also train in corrections and detention, investigations and mobility, and security around the world.

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.

• Professional Growth
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  Engage in continued learning, training, and career advancement opportunities.
• Diverse Opportunities
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  From combat medic specialists to medical officers, choose a role that fits your passion and expertise.
• Community
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  Join a tight-knit community prioritizing camaraderie, service, and mutual support.

• Law enforcement patrols
• Interview witnesses, victims and suspects in investigations
• Crime scene security and processing
• Arrest and charge criminal suspects
• GI Bill Scholarship (4 years of full-time tuition, books, and living expenses)
• Tuition Assistance Grant = $4,500 Annually (recharges each year)
• Student Loan Repayment Program ($65,000 of your current/outstanding loan debt)

• Housing & Lodging
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  Soldiers in this position receive additional compensation for housing/lodging costs for themselves and immediate family members in addition to their salary. This entitlement is referred to as basic Allowance for Housing. Rates for these entitlements can be found at the official sources.
• Premium Healthcare Benefits
  : TRICARE Health Plan provides medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage. Active-duty members receive medical and dental care at no cost; family services are available through TRICARE at little or no cost. Comprehensive dental care, vision coverage, and health and wellness programs are included. Mental health services and specialized medical training may be available as part of the role.

In the Army, qualified students (Soldiers and their spouses) can earn full tuition, including merit-based scholarships and grants to pursue higher education degrees while in service. Benefits include:

• GI Bill Scholarship (4 years of full-time tuition, books, and living expenses)
• Tuition Assistance Grant = $4,500 Annually (recharges each year)
• Student Loan Repayment Program ($65,000 of your current/outstanding loan debt)

Learn more about education benefits.

Veterans Administration Home Loan Program helps Soldiers to become homeowners and, in many cases, first-time homeowners. This benefit enables Soldiers to purchase a home with competitive interest rates, often without requiring a down payment or private mortgage insurance. You must serve at least 90 consecutive days on Active Duty to qualify. You must meet your lender’s credit score and income criteria.

For more information about VA Home Loans, visit the official eligibility resources.

The U.S. Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.