EXPERIENCED DEPUTY SHERIFF

Prince George's County Public Schools; Largo (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Prince George's County Office of the Sheriff seeks qualified candidates for multiple permanent, full-time Experienced Deputy Sheriff positions (EDS). Prior full-time policing experience is required.

The role supports court security, extraditions, warrants, and civil processes across Maryland and beyond. All applicants must meet minimum qualifications, be prepared for essential employee duties, and complete preemployment checks.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• At least 21 years of age at time of application.
• One year as a certified full-time Police Officer or qualified officer.
• Valid driver's license and at least 6 months driving experience.
• Register with Selective Service.
• Willing to be an essential employee.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective and efficient law enforcement services to residents.
• Perform general law enforcement and investigations; serve warrants and/or extraditing persons.
• Transport prisoners to and from courts within Maryland and across the United States.
• Arrest, detain and process prisoners in custody of the Office of the Sheriff.
• Serve civil processes/summonses and execute writs/court orders.
• Maintain security in the courtrooms of the Circuit and District Courts.
• Monitor prisoners in holding areas and during court proceedings.
• Complete reports related to cases and incidents.

Skills

Law enforcement experience

U.S. Citizenship

Driver's license

Essential employee readiness

Education

High School diploma or GED

60+ college credits (preferred)

Job description

Come join our team! Prince George’s County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the County's residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince George's County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life.

Nature and Variety of Work

Prince George’s County Government is a drug-free workplace. Candidates should be aware that this policy includes marijuana.

About The Position

The Prince George's County Office of the Sheriff is currently seeking qualified candidates to fill multiple permanent, full-time Experienced Deputy Sheriffs (EDS) (Deputy Sheriff Private), grade W21.

Candidates must have at least one year of prior experience as a certified full-time Police Officer or qualified law enforcement officer.

About The Agency

The Prince George's County Office of the Sheriff has been a vital link in the criminal justice system for more than 300 years, providing the citizens of Prince George’s County with professional, transparent, and effective law enforcement service. The Office of the Sheriff serves as the law enforcement arm of the courts, responding to domestic violence calls, processing warrants, civil papers, domestic violence peace and protective orders, Emergency Psychiatric Petition (E.P.S.) orders, and the execution of evictions. The Office of the Sheriff is also responsible for court security, providing security and protection for visitors to our courthouses and securing courtrooms and holding areas. Deputies transport prisoners and are responsible for extraditing fugitives from other states.

Examples of Work

• Provide effective and efficient law enforcement services to the residents of Prince George's County
• Perform general law enforcement and investigations controlling and serving warrants and/or extraditing persons wanted on criminal warrants
• Transport prisoners to and from various institutions and courts throughout the State of Maryland and the United States
• Arrest, detain and process prisoners that are in the custody of the Office of the Sheriff
• Serve civil processes/summonses
• Execute writs/court orders
• Maintain security in the courtrooms of the Circuit and District Courts
• Monitor prisoners in holding areas
• Perform court related house evictions
• Complete reports

Minimum Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen
• High School graduate or possess a G.E.D.
• At least 21 years of age at the time of submitting an application
• Completed at least one (1) year as a certified full-time Police Officer or qualified law enforcement officer
• Possess a valid driver's license and at least 6 months of post-license driving experience
• Pass all of the qualification factors listed in the Additional Information
• Registered with Selective Service
• Willing to be an essential employee

Preferred Qualifications

• Currently certified by the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission
• Completed at least one (1) year as a certified full-time Police Officer or qualified law enforcement officer in the State of Maryland
• 60+ college credit hours

This position is designated "essential" and the incumbent must be willing to participate as a critical/essential employee during emergencies in the event of a natural or manmade disaster; or special activities/events. Essential employees are expected to report to work or remain at work when other County employees are granted administrative leave. Employees in this classification may be assigned to any of the three shifts to ensure 24-hour coverage to maintain the facility's security.

Additional Information

Salary Range Transparency: The salary range listed in this announcement reflects the offer range for this position. Offers made within this range are based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

Job Location: Prince George's County, MD

• Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.
• Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties, if applicable.
• Successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings, where applicable.
• Be willing to be an essential employee. Essential employees are expected to report to work or remain at work when other County employees are granted administrative leave. Employees in this classification may be assigned to any of the three shifts to ensure 24-hour coverage to maintain the facility's security.

DO NOT use a mobile device, such as a phone, to complete this application. You are highly encouraged to use a desktop or laptop computer so that you can carefully and thoroughly read and understand all aspects of applying for this position.

Eligibility to Work

Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, an employer is required to hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to provide and verify authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S., only after an offer has been accepted and the Form I-9 is completed.

Internal Applicants

If you are a current Prince George's County Government employee and seeking a promotion, in accordance with Section 16-200 of the Personnel Law, you have the right to appeal a rejection rating within five (5) working days of receiving a rejection notice. Union employees should refer to their respective collective bargaining agreement and/or union representative for their grievance procedure.

Prince George's County Government is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace

General Plan Information

The Prince George’s County benefits plan year is from January 1 to December 31.
A spouse (to include a same sex spouse) can be added to the health benefit plans. A marriage certificate and social security number is required to add a spouse.
Children under the age of 26 are eligible for coverage under the health benefit plans. This includes stepchildren and children of the same-sex spouse. A birth certificate(s) and social security number(s) is required to add a child(ren). If you are only adding the stepchildren or child(ren) of a same-sex spouse, you will need to submit a marriage certificate. You will also need to submit the birth certificate of the child(ren) and your spouse must be listed as a parent.
The premiums for health benefits are deducted on a pre-tax basis with the exception of Long-Term Disability, Extra Life Insurance and Voluntary Benefits (Short-Term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Cancer Indemnity, Hospital Indemnity Protection, Accident Indemnity Plan, Supplemental Dental and Group Legal Services).
New employees must enroll in the County’s health benefit plans within thirty (30) days of the hire date.
The effective date of the health benefits coverage is the beginning of the month following a waiting period of forty-five (45) days from the date of hire.

Employee Benefits

• Medical/Prescription/Dental/Vision Insurance Coverage (part time employees are eligible for medical insurance if they work 15 + hours, per week)
• Group Term Life Insurance
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Dependent Care Assistance Program
• Health Care Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Leave (Annual, Personal, & Sick)
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Retirement Benefits
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• Employer Contribution Rate-11.71%
• Supplemental Pension Plan
• Employee Contribution Rate (Pre-Tax)-3.48%
• 457(b)
• 403(b)
• Employee Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary Benefits
• Critical Illness
• Whole Life Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Legal Services

For additional details, please visit: https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/human-resources-management/employees/benefits

Notifications for this position will be made via email. Applicants must monitor the e-mail account provided and update their online profile with any changes to personal information. Applicants must ensure that your e-mail account allows emails from all addresses ending in "@co.pg.md.us".

For more information, you may contact a Sheriff Recruiter at [e-mail]