Starting Monday, October 11, 2017 Miami Dade PD will be accepting application for police officers. Don't miss on this great opportunity my fellow law enforcement officers. A career with Miami Dade county PD offers an opportunity for human involvement, professional advancement and community service. MDPD is charged with the safety of*over 2.5 million residents who live within a 2109 square mile area. In order to accomplish this formidable task, it utilizes the services of approximately 2900 sworn officers and 1700 support personnel. The Department is considered among the most progressive in the country - an organization that welcomes change and is eager to meet new challenges.