Salary Information

Police Officer – P10

Lateral-entry candidates may receive increased annual compensation commensurate with experience, qualifications, and prior law enforcement service.

Annual Salary Range
Starting Salary: $65,161
Top Salary: $107,516

New recruits and qualified lateral officers may also be eligible for a $10,000 signing bonus.


Police Corporal – P11

Lateral-entry officers are eligible to take the Corporal promotional examination after 2 years from date of hire.

Officers hired as new recruits are eligible to take the Corporal promotional examination after 3 years from academy graduation.

Annual Salary Range
Starting Salary: $69,070
Top Salary: $113,966


Traffic Control Officer (TCO)

Traffic Control Officers play a vital role in maintaining safe and efficient traffic flow at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport and Washington Dulles International Airport.

Annual Salary Range
Starting Salary: $45,306
Top Salary: $74,756


For current openings, recruitment information, and employment opportunities, please visit:

MWAA Police Recruitment

Salary and compensation information subject to change.

The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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