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Join the berlin police department
The Berlin Police Department is always accepting applications for new and certified Police Officers. Applications received at this time for new officers will be for the December 2026 academy class. .
Current Job Postings
Submitting Applications
Please download and complete the application above. Once completed, return by mail to the Berlin Police Department, 129 Decatur Street, Berlin, Maryland 21811 or click the button below to return by email.
Applicant Consideration
Entry Level Applicants Requirements
- Be 21 years old
- Be a U.S. citizen
- Have a high school diploma or approved GED
- Pass a written exam
- Pass extensive background check to include: Psychological exam, Physical exam, Drug test, Criminal History check, Voice Stress Analysis, Credit check, and Driving Record check
Entry Level Pre-Employment Physical Fitness Standards
- Sit-ups: Max bent-leg sit-ups performed in one minute.
- Passing: 30
- Push-ups: Max push-ups performed in one minute.
- Passing: 25
- One Mile Run
- Passing: 10 Minutes
Applicant Disqualifiers
The attached document details some of the reasons for rejection of an applicant. If you believe one of the reasons applies to you, please contact the Berlin Police Department to speak with someone directly.
Berlin, Maryland Police Department
129 Decatur St, Berlin, Maryland 21811, United States
Non-Emergency 410-641-1333
33rd Annual Berlin PD Golf Tournament
Register now for this year's Berlin PD Golf Tournament, benefiting the Berlin PD's Crime Prevention Program.