About Us
The City of Monroe Police has 185 years of history and proud service to the citizens of Monroe. Created in 1837, the Monroe Police Department constantly strives to maintain the highest possible level of service. With modern technology and innovative training, the Monroe Police Department continues as a leader in law enforcement.
In 2010 the Monroe Police Department began the transition to a Public Safety Department sending twelve officers to the fire academy. The first ever Public Safety Officers officially began duty on August 24, 2011.
The heart of the department is the uniform road patrol. These officers work twelve hour shifts, providing 24 hour police coverage. Supplementing the road patrol are several specialized areas which officers can apply for. These areas include:
- Multi-Jurisdictional Drug Task Force
- School Resource Officer
- Detective Bureau
- Juvenile Detective
- Honor Guard
- Evidence Tech
- Bicycle Officer
- Marine Unit
- Crash Reconstruction Team (CRT)
- Dive Team
- Arson Investigation
- Community Officer Program
- Range Instructor/Less Lethal
- Special Response Team (SWAT)
- Drone Team
- VIPER Unit (Human Trafficking)
The department is currently housed in a facility shared with the Monroe County Sheriff Department. The facility includes a weight room, indoor shooting range, and training room. It is located in the heart of downtown Monroe, adjacent to City Hall and the Courthouse.
To check to see if we are hiring and submit an application or for more information, please contact our Human Resources Office.