The Hattiesburg Police Department is recruiting candidates for its next police academy class, and applications are open through Aug. 7, 2026, the department said in a social media post.
The department said the work of a police officer extends beyond responding to calls and includes building trust, helping people through difficult moments and becoming a dependable presence in neighborhoods. Officials are seeking people ready to accept that responsibility and build a career with a department they described as committed to its officers and the community.
New officers will earn a starting salary of $55,000, with the potential to earn up to $60,000 based on prior experience, higher education and bilingual fluency, the department said. The post also said officers may attend the University of Southern Mississippi or William Carey University tuition-free.
Prospective applicants can learn more and apply at www.hburgacademy.com, the department said. Police recruitment affects department staffing and community policing efforts; we will provide more information as it becomes available.
