Military Police (ARMY)

U.S. Army New England Recruiting Battalion; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the U.S. Army as a Military Police officer where you will play a vital role in law enforcement on Army installations. You'll protect lives, enforce military laws, and gain valuable skills through comprehensive training and experience that prepare you for various law enforcement roles after your service.

Benefits

TRICARE health plan for medical, dental, vision, and prescriptions

Full-tuition scholarships, allowances, and stipends for qualified students

Maternity/paternity leave and prenatal/postnatal care

Mental health services and counseling

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.
• Age between 17–40.
• Background and medical screening required.
• Pass the ASVAB.

Responsibilities

• Complete law enforcement patrols.
• Interview witnesses, victims, and suspects.
• Secure and process crime scenes.
• Arrest and charge suspects.

Skills

Quick decision-making

Calmness under pressure

Good interpersonal skills

Interest in law enforcement

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

MILITARY POLICE (ARMY)

OVERVIEW:
As a Military Police, you will protect people's lives and property on Army installations by enforcing military laws and regulations. Your duties include controlling traffic, preventing crime, and responding to emergencies. You will conduct force protection, anti-terrorism, area security, and police intelligence operations. Training includes corrections and detention, investigations, mobility, and security worldwide.

JOB DUTIES:

• Complete law enforcement patrols
• Interview witnesses, victims, and suspects
• Secure and process crime scenes
• Arrest and charge suspects

REQUIREMENTS:

• Age between 17–40
• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
• High School Diploma or GED
• Background and medical screening
• Pass the ASVAB

TRAINING:

19 weeks of One Station Unit Training plus on-the-job instruction in police methods. Advanced Individual Training lasts 9 weeks at Fort Leonard Wood, MO.

Skills learned include:

• Basic warrior skills and firearms use
• Military and civil laws and jurisdiction
• Investigating and evidence collection
• Traffic and crowd control
• Arrest and restraint techniques

Helpful skills:

• Interest in law enforcement
• Quick decision-making
• Calmness under pressure
• Good interpersonal skills

EDUCATION BENEFITS:

• Full-tuition scholarships, allowances, and stipends for qualified students

FUTURE CAREERS:

The skills gained prepare you for law enforcement roles at federal, state, and local levels.

Healthcare Benefits:

• TRICARE health plan for medical, dental, vision, and prescriptions
• No-cost healthcare for active-duty members and affordable options for families
• Annual dental check-ups and treatments
• Vision coverage including exams and discounts
• Wellness programs, counseling, fitness resources
• Maternity/paternity leave and prenatal/postnatal care
• Long-term health resources and disability support
• Mental health services and counseling
• Specialized medical training based on role

Why Join the U.S. Army:

• Professional growth through training and advancement
• Diverse roles from medical specialists to officers
• Community with camaraderie and mutual support