Join the Delaware Police Departments

Benefits of Joining Dewey Beach Police Department

DBPD provides a competitive compensation package that includes:

Entry Level Salary: $58,000 (paid while in the academy)
Full-Time Salary: $62,060 upon completing the academy.
Lateral Hires, up to $67,808.88 for prior Law Enforcement experience.
Healthcare: 100% employee and family coverage - Comprehensive medical and dental insurance coverage.
- $100,000 employee Life insurance
Leave Benefits: Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
- 144 hours sick leave
- 144 hours annual leave
Take-Home Vehicle: Officers may benefit from the take-home vehicle policy.
Overtime Opportunities: Additional earnings through overtime work.
Shift Schedule: 12-hour shifts with every other weekend off.
Retirement Plan: Retirement benefits via the State Municipal Police Pension.
FOP Membership: Officers are part of the FOP Lodge 22 Collective Bargaining Unit (CBU).

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Qualifications

Prospective applicants must meet the following qualifications:

U.S. Citizenship: All candidates must be U.S. citizens.
Age: Applicants must be 21 years old by the time they complete the academy.
Examinations: A physical fitness test and a written exam must be successfully passed.
Background Check: A comprehensive background investigation is required.
Medical and Psychological Assessments: Candidates must pass medical and psychological evaluations to ensure they are fit for duty.

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