East Coast
Virginia: Quantico
Florida: Jacksonville
Georgia: Albany
Louisiana: New Orleans
North Carolina: Jacksonville and Havelock
South Carolina: Beaufort
Official civilian career path
JOIN THE RANKS. CONTINUE YOUR SERVICE.
A civilian federal law enforcement career protecting Marines, their families, and installations nationwide.
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Service. Structure. Stability.
WHY JOIN OUR RANKS?
Civilian Career
Serve as a civilian professional within the Department of Defense. your Expertise ensures the safety of Marine Corps installations worldwide.
Federal Pay & Benefits
Competitive salary structures under the General Schedule (GS) system, comprehensive healthcare, and robust retirement plans through TSP.
Elite Training
Receive world-class instruction at our specialized police academy, covering federal law, tactical response, and community policing.
No prior military service is required.
If you want meaningful work, clear standards, and to be part of a team that supports a national mission, you belong here.
What You’ll Do as a Marine Corps Police Officer
- Patrolling and securing Marine Corps installations
- Protecting Marines, civilian personnel, and families
- Responding to incidents and emergencies on base
- Enforcing federal laws and installation regulations
- Supporting force protection and special security operations
Pay, Benefits, and Career Stability
- Competitive federal pay based on role and experience
- Full federal benefits package
- Paid training through the Marine Corps Police Academy
- Federal retirement and long-term career security
- Paid time off, holidays, and insurance options
- Opportunities to grow within federal service
Where You’ll Serve
Marine Corps Police Officers serve on Marine Corps installations across the United States.
- Assignments vary, but the mission remains the same:
- Protect the installation.
- Protect the people.
- Support the Marine Corps.
What Happens Next
Getting started is straightforward.
You can:
- Learn more about the role and expectations
- Review current opportunities
- Understand the application process before applying
Whether you’re exploring or ready to take the next step, the Marine Corps Police offers a clear path forward.
Your questions, answered
FAQs
Am I joining the Marine Corps?
No. Marine Corps Police Officers are civilian federal employees who serve Marine Corps
installations. You’ll work alongside Marines, not as one.
Do I need prior police experience?
Not required. You’ll receive paid training through the Marine Corps Police Academy.
Will I have to deploy or relocate?
No. There’s no deployment or relocation requirement unless you request a transfer.
What about tattoos?
Tattoos are allowed within the Marine Corps tattoo policy. You’ll just need to meet grooming and
appearance standards.
What’s the schedule like?
The position is based on a 40-hour workweek, totaling 72 hours of actual work per pay period,
plus one 8-hour training day per pay period (two per month). Schedules may vary slightly by
installation.
Prepare to serve
YOUR TRAINING.
YOUR FUTURE.
No prior military service is required.
Receive paid training through the Marine Corps Police Academy and build the skills to serve with professionalism and pride.
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MEET THE TEAM.
Find the location that fits you
YOUR NEXT STEP.
West Coast
California: Barstow, Bridgeport, Oceanside, San Diego, and Twentynine Palms
Arizona: Yuma
Hawaii: Kaneohe Bay