city-of-memphis Back to Homepage Open Menu city-of-memphis Back to Homepage CITY OF MEMPHIS OFFERING A $15,000 SIGN-ON BONUS TO JOIN MPD HOMEPAGE / NEWS / GENERAL NEWS / CITY OF MEMPHIS OFFERING A $15,000 SIGN-ON BONUS TO JOIN MPD Print Screen City of Memphis offering a $15,000 sign-on bonus to join MPD Posted on 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 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. Back to Homepage of City of Memphis Contact Us E-mail: mayor@memphistn.gov Useful Links 311 Online Support Center Access our City eMail on Office365 City of Memphis | COVID-19 Information