Laurel
1110 W 6th Street, Laurel, DE 19956
Laurel
1110 W 6th Street, Laurel, DE 19956
Laurel Police Department
Now Hiring Certified and Non-Certified Applicants.
The mission of the Laurel Police Department is to provide professional, high quality and effective police service in partnership with the community. We, the members of the Laurel Police Department believe that our work has a vital impact on the quality of life in our community.


Benefits of Joining Laurel Police Department
Competitive Compensation and Benefits Package
LPD provides a competitive compensation package that includes:
- Salary: $65,000 upon completing the academy.
- Healthcare: Comprehensive medical and dental insurance coverage.
- Leave Benefits: Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
- 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.
- Membership in the Delaware International Brotherhood of Teamsters - Local 326
- Fitness center - ability for on-duty work outs.
- New police station coming 2025.
- Department-owned shooting range access.
- Delaware Police Accreditation Commission - Accredited Department.


Qualifications
Essential Qualifications for Laurel Police Department Candidates
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.
- CVSA - passing a voice stress analyzation test
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