The Milford Police is always searching for the right candidate to fill the competitive opening(s) within the Police Department’s ranks. Officers with the Milford Police Department have various roles within the community and serve Milford’s daytime population of nearly 35,000 citizens and nighttime population of over 12,000.
Our officers are assigned to various units: Patrol Division, Motorcycle Unit, Criminal Investigations Division, School Resource Unit, Field Training Officers, Certified Police Instructors, Public Information Officers, Community Policing Unit, K-9 Unit, and Special Operations Group (Tactical Team).
The Milford Police Department has a great entry benefits package that includes, but is not limited to, competitive salary with rapid career progression, take home car program, tuition reimbursment, medical insurance, dental insurance, vision, pension plan, Life/AD&D, LTD, 457b Def. Comp with up to 6% match, paid holidays, paid vacation, and paid sick leave.
Police Officer
The Milford Police Department is accepting applications for
Delaware Certified and Non-Certified Officers.
Certified applicants must be able to meet the requirements established by the Delaware Council on Police Training.
The City of Milford Police Department offers a competitive starting salary of $65,991 starting July 1, 2025 with benefits.
Benefits include: Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Life/AD&D, Long Term Disability, 457b Def. Comp., Paid Vacation, Holiday Leave, and Sick Leave, Take-Home Car Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Ample Overtime options.
The Milford Police Department participates in the State of Delaware County/Muni Police Pension Plan. EOE.
School Crossing Guard
The City of Milford Police Department is accepting applications for School Crossing Guards.
This is a seasonal position and applicants must be available throughout the school year (September-June / approx. 180 days).
No experience is necessary as all required training and certifications will be provided through the police department. All necessary uniforms and equipment will also be provided by the police department.
Applicants will be expected to undergo a background investigation and drug/medical evaluation. Hourly rate will be $33.76.
Applications are available on-line at https://www.milfordpolicede.org/employment-opportunities.htm. Closing date for applications is August 1, 2025. The City of Milford is an Equal Opportunity Employer.