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Salary and Benefits  

By Recruitment Unit
Monday, March 17, 2008; 7:00 pm

The starting salary for a Police Officer Trainee is $41,058.

The starting salary for a Police Cadet is $26,008.

Our benefits package is worth over $10,000 yearly!!!

  • 20-Year Retirement
  • Great Health Plans (Blue Cross/Blue Shield or HMO)
  • Dental/Vision Plans
  • Prescription Coverage
  • 14 Paid Holidays
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Court Time
  • Paid Overtime
  • Annual Salary Increases
  • Promotion Opportunities
  • Professional Training
  • Extra Pay for Four-Year Degree
  • Military Incentive
  • Investment Plans
  • Home Ownership Plans
  • Free Equipment


The Baltimore Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


Updated: 07/09/08; 5:02 pm


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