City Of Memphis: City Of Memphis Offering A $15,000 Sign-On Bonus To Join MPD

Press release from the City of Memphis:

September 27, 2021

Today, Mayor Jim Strickland announced that the City of Memphis is offering a $15,000 sign-on bonus for Memphis Police Department recruits. Other recruitment bonuses include up to $10,000 in relocation assistance and an increased starting salary of $45,623.

“Since 2016, rebuilding the Memphis Police Department has been our top priority, “ says Mayor Jim Strickland.  “These new efforts are a direct reflection of just how important getting more officers on the force are to the City. I’m happy we’re able to do this and looking forward to the results. ”

Basic Recruit Minimum Requirements

1. Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent and twenty-four (24) semester hours obtained from a regionally accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Accreditation. (e.g. MSCHE, NECCU, NCA, etc.)

OR

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent and two (2) years work experience (full-time, part-time, or contract or any verifiable work experience) within five (5) years from class start date.

OR

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent and two (2) years active or reserve military experience within five (5) years from class start date.
• Basic Recruit applicants must complete and pass the following entry-level requirements:
  • 1.5 mile run within 17:38 (mins/secs) or less
  • Obstacle Course (a foot chase simulation) 160 seconds or less
  • One Written Exam >>> Take a Practice Test by clicking Written Exam and entering this code: FEF92CBC6CDF75D2
  • Behavioral Interview
  • Background Screening
  • Psychological Exam
  • Clinical Interview
  • Medical Assessment
  • Finger Print submission

Visit joinmpd.com to apply.

This press release was produced by the City of Memphis. The views expressed here are the author’s own.