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Must not have been discharged from the Military with a Bad Conduct or Dishonorable Discharge. Must be able to pass the Texas Commission mandated Physical and Psychological requirements. Cooke County ...

No dishonorable discharge from the Armed Forces of the United States. Must be at least 19 years of age, and a high school graduate, or its equivalent, and pass physical examination, drug screen and ...

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How much do dishonorable discharge jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for dishonorable discharge in the United States is $70,814.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56,500.00 and $78,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a dishonorable discharge?

A dishonorable discharge is the most severe type of military discharge, given as a result of serious misconduct, such as committing a felony or other grave offenses. It is handed down by a general court-martial and carries significant consequences, including loss of military benefits, difficulty finding employment, and forfeiture of the right to own firearms. Individuals with a dishonorable discharge may also face social stigma and legal restrictions even after returning to civilian life.

What is the difference between Dishonorable Discharge vs Military Police?

AspectDishonorable DischargeMilitary Police
CredentialsNo specific credentials required; discharge is a punitive actionMilitary police often require military training and law enforcement certifications
Work EnvironmentMilitary service, often in combat or disciplinary contextsMilitary bases, law enforcement settings within the military
Industry UsageDischarge is a military personnel action; military police are law enforcement within the military

Dishonorable Discharge is a punitive military separation for misconduct, while Military Police are personnel responsible for law enforcement on military bases. The two are distinct in purpose and implications, with the discharge affecting a service member’s record and the military police performing law enforcement duties.

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Infographic showing various Dishonorable Discharge job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, and 50% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $70,814 per year, or $34 per hour.

Deputy Trainee, Sheriff's Office

Miami, FL • On-site

Miami-Dade Seaport Department
Public Administration • 10K+ employees

$64K - $114K/yr

Full-time

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For NON-CERTIFIED, CERTIFIED, Lateral Applicants Be at least 20 years old to apply, and 21 years old at the time of hire; AND High School diploma or equivalent. An evaluation of foreign school diploma may be required; AND Have an Associate's Degree or at least sixty (60) college credits; OR Have two (2) years of active or reserve military duty; OR Have three (3) years of consistent, post-high school work experience; OR Have one (1) year of full-time sworn law enforcement experience. Be a citizen of the United States. Not have been convicted of any felony or a misdemeanor involving perjury or false statement. Any person who, after July 1, 1981, pleads guilty or nolo contendere to, or is found guilty of a felony, or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement, shall not be eligible for employment or appointment as an officer, not-withstanding suspension of sentence or withholding of adjudication. Never received a dishonorable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States. Have good moral character. Successfully pass a background investigation, to include drug testing. Pass a physical examination by a licensed physician, pass the Criminal Justice Basic Abilities Test (CJBAT), and complete the Job-Related Assessment Test (JTA) at the Miami-Dade Public Safety Training Institute.

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