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Military Police Officer jobs are open across the U.S. Army, U.S. Air Force, federal agencies, and private security contractors, from entry-level patrol officer to senior investigator and provost marshal, with specializations in criminal investigation, force protection, and corrections. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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The City of Wilmington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Position Description
Are you organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about serving your community? The City of Wilmington is looking for a Police Records Technician to play an essential role in supporting the Wilmington Police Department and assisting the public. In this position, you’ll help maintain accurate police records, ensure compliance with state and federal reporting requirements, support officers with reporting systems, and keep critical documentation organized and accessible. From behind-the-scenes administrative support to direct assistance for officers and the community, your work will help keep the department running efficiently and effectively.
Why This Position Is ImportantAccurate records and reliable administrative support are essential to effective law enforcement. By maintaining police records, coordinating required documentation, and helping officers resolve reporting issues, you’ll contribute to departmental accountability, regulatory compliance, and the delivery of professional public safety services. Your attention to detail and commitment to service will help ensure officers have the information and support they need to protect and serve our community.
Typical Tasks
- Provides administrative and technical support related to the receipt, review, processing, retrieval, and storage of police records.
- Reviews police reports for discrepancies, completeness, and errors per State and Federal requirements. This is completed by interpreting complex coding within the NC DMV 349 Manual & the National Incident Base Reporting Manual.
- Updates reports in the Police Record Management System with specific documented revisions.
- Notifies Officers and Supervisors of missing reports and documentation.
- Performs data entry and imports data into the Police Record Management System.
- Processes civil citations for accounts receivable.
- Provides internal and external customer support via phone, mail, email & fax.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma/GED or equivalent and one year of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Other Requirements:
- Must obtain NCIC Module 1 Certification within 6 months of hire.
- General knowledge of standard office procedures, equipment, and record management practices.
- Strong customer service principles.
- Proficiency in various computer systems and software applications.
- Ability to correctly interpret and apply relevant State and Federal codes related to the processing of law enforcement documents.
- Ability to exercise sound judgement and provide accurate information.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in an open and team-oriented environment.
- Ability to accurately perform a considerable volume of detailed clerical work.
Notes: Criminal history check, driving history check, and background investigation are required. The selected candidate will also be required to pass a post-offer drug screen and polygraph examination. This position may be called upon in case of a disaster to serve the citizens of Wilmington, which may result in assignment of other duties.
**This position includes a WPD disqualifier screening as part of the selection process and that candidates who do not meet the required criteria will not advance to subsequent stages.**
Please visit the Police Department website to view a list of Employment Disqualifiers.
Supplemental Information
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Exerts up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time.
WORKING CONDITIONS: This position generally requires work indoors/office setting.
**Applicant Status Updates: After the closing date for this position, applicants who meet the minimum and/or preferred qualifications will be referred over to the hiring department. All updates regarding an application can be viewed through your applicant portal.**
Our Core Values:
INCLUSION | COLLABORATION | CREATIVITY | ACCOUNTABILITY
Our Mission Statement: Through forward-thinking policies and responsible stewardship, we are creating a better city every day with excellent core services and quality of life for all.
What we offer:
The City of Wilmington believes that employees are one of our most important resources. We offer an excellent salary and competitive benefits package to serve the needs of our employees and their families. Our benefits package includes:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance + many other insurance options
- Excellent retirement benefits, including a city provided 4.5% contribution each pay period into a 401(k) account and automatic enrollment into the North Carolina Local Government Employees’ Retirement System
- Employer-paid health & wellness clinic
- Free on-site city gym access
- Paid sick and vacation leave + 13 paid holidays per year
- 6-weeks paid parental leave
- Paid volunteer & blood donation leave to give back to our community
- Flex schedule and telework availability, depending on your position
- Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives
- Tuition assistance benefits
Applicant Status Updates: After the closing date for this position, applications will be screened by Human Resources. Applicants who meet the minimum and/or preferred qualifications will be referred over to the hiring department. All updates regarding an application can be viewed through your applicant portal.
The City of Wilmington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Position Description
Are you organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about serving your community? The City of Wilmington is looking for a Police Records Technician to play an essential role in supporting the Wilmington Police Department and assisting the public. In this position, you’ll help maintain accurate police records, ensure compliance with state and federal reporting requirements, support officers with reporting systems, and keep critical documentation organized and accessible. From behind-the-scenes administrative support to direct assistance for officers and the community, your work will help keep the department running efficiently and effectively.
Why This Position Is ImportantAccurate records and reliable administrative support are essential to effective law enforcement. By maintaining police records, coordinating required documentation, and helping officers resolve reporting issues, you’ll contribute to departmental accountability, regulatory compliance, and the delivery of professional public safety services. Your attention to detail and commitment to service will help ensure officers have the information and support they need to protect and serve our community.
Typical Tasks
- Provides administrative and technical support related to the receipt, review, processing, retrieval, and storage of police records.
- Reviews police reports for discrepancies, completeness, and errors per State and Federal requirements. This is completed by interpreting complex coding within the NC DMV 349 Manual & the National Incident Base Reporting Manual.
- Updates reports in the Police Record Management System with specific documented revisions.
- Notifies Officers and Supervisors of missing reports and documentation.
- Performs data entry and imports data into the Police Record Management System.
- Processes civil citations for accounts receivable.
- Provides internal and external customer support via phone, mail, email & fax.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma/GED or equivalent and one year of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Other Requirements:
- Must obtain NCIC Module 1 Certification within 6 months of hire.
- General knowledge of standard office procedures, equipment, and record management practices.
- Strong customer service principles.
- Proficiency in various computer systems and software applications.
- Ability to correctly interpret and apply relevant State and Federal codes related to the processing of law enforcement documents.
- Ability to exercise sound judgement and provide accurate information.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in an open and team-oriented environment.
- Ability to accurately perform a considerable volume of detailed clerical work.
Notes: Criminal history check, driving history check, and background investigation are required. The selected candidate will also be required to pass a post-offer drug screen and polygraph examination. This position may be called upon in case of a disaster to serve the citizens of Wilmington, which may result in assignment of other duties.
**This position includes a WPD disqualifier screening as part of the selection process and that candidates who do not meet the required criteria will not advance to subsequent stages.**
Please visit the Police Department website to view a list of Employment Disqualifiers.
Supplemental Information
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Exerts up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time.
WORKING CONDITIONS: This position generally requires work indoors/office setting.
**Applicant Status Updates: After the closing date for this position, applicants who meet the minimum and/or preferred qualifications will be referred over to the hiring department. All updates regarding an application can be viewed through your applicant portal.**
Our Core Values:
INCLUSION | COLLABORATION | CREATIVITY | ACCOUNTABILITY
Our Mission Statement: Through forward-thinking policies and responsible stewardship, we are creating a better city every day with excellent core services and quality of life for all.
What we offer:
The City of Wilmington believes that employees are one of our most important resources. We offer an excellent salary and competitive benefits package to serve the needs of our employees and their families. Our benefits package includes:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance + many other insurance options
- Excellent retirement benefits, including a city provided 4.5% contribution each pay period into a 401(k) account and automatic enrollment into the North Carolina Local Government Employees’ Retirement System
- Employer-paid health & wellness clinic
- Free on-site city gym access
- Paid sick and vacation leave + 13 paid holidays per year
- 6-weeks paid parental leave
- Paid volunteer & blood donation leave to give back to our community
- Flex schedule and telework availability, depending on your position
- Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives
- Tuition assistance benefits
Applicant Status Updates: After the closing date for this position, applications will be screened by Human Resources. Applicants who meet the minimum and/or preferred qualifications will be referred over to the hiring department. All updates regarding an application can be viewed through your applicant portal.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in military police officer jobs.
- Active or prior U.S. military service with honorable discharge
- Current or adjudicated Secret or Top Secret security clearance
- Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act or state POST certification
- Proficiency in report writing, incident documentation, and evidence handling
- Experience with firearms qualification, defensive tactics, and use-of-force protocols
- Physical fitness standards compliance and valid driver's license
Tips for Your Military Police Officer Job Search
Translate military duties into civilian language
Your DD-214 and performance evaluations are full of jargon that civilian hiring managers won't decode. Rewrite patrol, detainee operations, and use-of-force experience using plain language that matches the job posting's exact phrasing.
Highlight your security clearance prominently
Federal law enforcement and defense contractor postings screen heavily on clearance level. Put your active or adjudicated clearance in a dedicated line near the top of your resume so it clears the first filter before anyone reads your duties.
Target roles that match your MOS or AFSC
31B, 31D, 3P0X1, and MA ratings each signal a distinct skill set to hiring managers. Search job listings using those codes alongside the role title to surface postings written for your exact background rather than generic security positions.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists military police officer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for scenario-based interview questions
Federal and contractor panels almost always use structured behavioral questions tied to use-of-force decisions, chain-of-command conflicts, and report writing. Prepare two or three detailed examples from your service that demonstrate judgment under pressure, not just physical response.
Negotiate start date around clearance transfer timing
If your clearance is in the process of being transferred or reinvestigated, raise that proactively during the offer stage. Many contractors will hold a start date for a credentialed candidate rather than restart the hiring process from scratch.
Military Police Officer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most military police officers?
The companies hiring the most military police officers right now include WellSpan Health, City and County of San Francisco, and City of Dallas, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Pennsylvania, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Defense contractors and federal protective services agencies consistently make up a large portion of active postings.
How many military police officer jobs are remote?
About 20% of military police officer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on, site-based nature of most law enforcement and security roles. Administrative functions such as policy development, training coordination, and investigative case management are the sub-areas most likely to offer any remote flexibility.
How do you become a military police officer?
To become a military police officer, you enlist or commission in a branch of the U.S. armed forces and select the military police occupational specialty during accession. You then complete Basic Combat Training followed by the Military Police One Station Unit Training at Fort Leonard Wood or the equivalent branch school. After credentialing, you're assigned to a duty station where you gain patrol, detainee operations, and investigative experience that qualifies you for advancement or civilian law enforcement transition.
Can I get hired as a military police officer with little or no experience?
Entry-level civilian military police roles typically require completion of a recognized academy or military MP school rather than years of on-the-job experience. If you're brand new, focus on federal internship programs through agencies like the Pentagon Force Protection Agency or base security contractor positions that sponsor academy attendance. Your physical fitness scores, background check results, and any volunteer law enforcement auxiliary experience carry significant weight at the entry level.
What does the military police officer interview process look like?
The process usually begins with an application review and a background check initiation, followed by a structured panel interview with questions focused on use-of-force judgment, chain-of-command decisions, and integrity scenarios. For federal positions, a polygraph examination and psychological evaluation are common additional steps. Final candidates typically complete a physical agility test before receiving a conditional offer, which is then confirmed once security vetting clears.
Where can I find and apply to military police officer jobs?
You can find and apply to military police officer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your clearance level, MOS background, or certification, and apply directly to each listing that fits your experience and location preferences.
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