Experienced Police Officer

City of Greenbelt, Maryland; Greenbelt (MD); On-site; USD 63,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Greenbelt, Maryland seeks Experienced Police Officers to patrol, investigate, and enforce laws within the community. The role includes responding to incidents, writing detailed reports, and coordinating with agencies.

Officers may specialize in traffic, detective work, or other units. Requirements include being at least 21, a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver’s license, and MPCTC certification or eligibility.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age at hire.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Vision correctable to 20/20.
• Current MPCTC certification or eligibility as a Police Officer for EPO candidates.

Responsibilities

• Patrols a designated area by car, bicycle, or on foot to deter crime and enforce laws.
• Responds to calls involving fires, accidents, disturbances, and crimes.
• Writes detailed police reports on activities.
• Interviews persons and directs them to proper authorities.
• Secures crime scenes, administers first aid, conducts investigations, and assists with arrests.
• Gives information to the public and testifies in court when needed.

Skills

Age 21+

Valid driver’s license

Vision 20/20

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Salary/Pay Rate

Starting Salary Range $63,398.40-$80,329.60(based on experience)

Experienced Police Officers

Type

Full Time

Posted Date

5/21/2026

Starting Salary Range PO-2-PO10

$63,398.40-$80,329.60

The of City of Greenbelt Police Department is hiring Experienced Police Officers to make a powerful and positive impact in our community. The incumbent will be responsible for police patrol, detective, traffic or other specialized squad/unit/function on an assigned shift; or perform responsible administrative staff duties. Those holding the rank of Police Officer First Class may work independently in performing regularly assigned duties under the general orders of a higher-ranking officer. Performance is evaluated through observation, oral and written reports, and by results obtained.

Essential Functions This Role

• Patrols a designated area of the City by radio equipped car, bicycle or on foot, to prevent, discover, and deter the commission of crime, to enforce criminal law, to direct traffic, and to enforce motor vehicle operation and parking regulations;
• Responds to calls and complaints involving fire, automobile accidents, domestic and neighborhood disturbances, assaults, robberies, and other misdemeanors and felonies;
• Writes detailed reports on police-related activities;
• Interviews persons with complaints and makes proper disposition or directs them to the proper authorities;
• Secures crime scenes, administers first aid, arbitrates disputes, conducts preliminary and follow-up investigations, gathers evidence, obtains witness statements, apprehends suspects, makes arrests, and transports offenders;
• Gives advice and general information to inquiries from the public;
• Serves as a witness in court in connection with arrests and investigations;
• Attends periodic training classes in police methods, first aid, firearms and related subjects
• Keeps informed and aware of persons and places suspected of illegal activity and/or potential for problems within an assigned area;
• Enters or retrieves data from a computer terminal, PC or other keyboard device;
• Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills And Qualifications

• At least 21 years of age upon hire
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license
• Vision correctable to 20/20
• EPO candidates must be currently or previously certified by the Maryland Police & Correctional Training Commission (MPCTC) as a Police Officer.
• Current or previous out of state police officers will have to be able to qualify for Comparative Compliance by the Maryland Police & Correctional Training Commission.
• Special Police Officer (SPO) certifications do not qualify as experienced police officers under this job listing

Additional Requirements

This classification requires the use of City vehicles on City business. Individual must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely, possess a valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record. Some positions may require the performance of other essential functions, depending upon work location, assignment, or shift.