EXPERIENCED POLICE OFFICER

Prince George's County Public Schools; Upper Marlboro (MD); Presencial; USD 65.000 - 95.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Prince George’s County Police Department is seeking experienced Police Officers who are Maryland-certified and ready to serve in community-oriented policing. Applicants must have at least one year of full-time patrol experience and be U.S. citizens.

Candidates must provide proof of good standing, a valid driver’s license, and complete the background process. The recruitment emphasizes integrity, sound judgment, and strong character, with opportunities for advancement through the Prince

Formación

• Must be currently certified as a Police Officer in the State of Maryland with a minimum of 12 months patrol experience.
• Provide proof of Good Standing with Current Agency.
• U.S. Citizen.
• High School graduate; 60+ college credit hours preferred.
• Possess a valid driver's license.
• Successfully complete all requirements of the Background and Selection Process.

Responsabilidades

• Enforce local, state, and federal laws to protect life and property.
• Patrol assigned areas to deter crime and ensure public safety.
• Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls for service.
• Investigate crimes by collecting evidence and interviewing victims and witnesses.
• Prepare accurate reports and maintain detailed records.
• Make arrests and issue citations when appropriate.
• Enforce traffic laws and respond to traffic accidents.
• Provide assistance and support to individuals in crisis situations.
• Engage with the community to build trust and promote crime prevention.
• Testify in court and work with prosecutors and other justice partners.
• Uphold departmental policies, ethical standards, and professional conduct.

Conocimientos

Maryland police certification

Patrol experience

Good standing

U.S. citizenship

High school diploma

Valid driver’s license

Educación

High School diploma or equivalent

60+ college credits preferred

Descripción del empleo

Nature and Variety of Work

ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED

EXPERIENCED POLICE OFFICER - MPCTC Certified - ANNOUNCEMENT #2701

The Prince George’s County Police Department is now accepting applications from individuals interested in pursuing a rewarding career as a Police Officer. We seek men and women of integrity, sound judgment, and strong character who are dedicated to community-oriented policing and committed to making a positive impact in the lives of Prince George’s County residents.

EPO candidates must be currently certified by the Maryland Police & Correctional Training Commission and have completed at least one (1) year as a full-time Police Officer in the State of Maryland. (Following any probationary period)

Examples of Work

• Enforce local, state, and federal laws to protect life and property
• Patrol assigned areas to deter crime and ensure public safety
• Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls for service
• Investigate crimes by collecting evidence and interviewing victims and witnesses
• Prepare accurate reports and maintain detailed records
• Make arrests and issue citations when appropriate
• Enforce traffic laws and respond to traffic accidents
• Provide assistance and support to individuals in crisis situations
• Engage with the community to build trust and promote crime prevention
• Testify in court and work with prosecutors and other justice partners
• Uphold departmental policies, ethical standards, and professional conduct

Qualifications

• Currently certified as a Police Officer in the State of Maryland with a minimum of 12 months patrol experience. Past or current experience must be in the following activities: Enforcing state and local criminal laws and ordinances; Enforcing state and local traffic laws and ordinances. Making physical arrests; Investigating traffic accidents; Operating and emergency vehicle; Responding to calls for service involving conflict management/mediation.
• Must provide proof of Good Standing with Current Agency
• U.S. Citizen
• High School graduate; (60+ college credit hours preferred)
• Possess a valid driver's license
• Successfully complete all requirements of the Background and Selection Process

BILINGUAL APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

Additional Information

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

To be considered for employment, Applicants must successfully complete all of the following steps:

• Submit an online application
• Preliminary Application and Applicant History Review
• Preliminary Documents and Records Check
• Good Standing/Departmental Investigation (IA) Check

If sufficient vacancies exist, applicants at this stage may be contacted to continue into the Background Investigation process, which includes:

• Download, complete, and submit the Personal History Statement (PHS)
• Initial Interview
• Background Investigation
• Oral Board
• Polygraph Examination
• Psychological Screening
• Medical Examination & Drug Screening Test
• Hiring Consideration
• Final Offer of Employment
• Graduation from the Prince George's County Police Academy

Before applying, serious applicants will:

• Be able to provide copies of all Entrance Level and In Service Training to include Course Content/Description and total hours per course
• Be able to provide copies of Disciplinary Records (Internal Affairs Check)
• Request a Letter of Good Standing from Current Agency

All male U.S. citizens, and male naturalized citizens living in the U.S., who are 18 and over are required to register with Selective Service.

For current information on Salary and Benefits please visit Join PGPD.

Contact

or by calling your Police Recruiter at 301-780-8175 or 1-888-310-9736.

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

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation during the application and hiring process can click here for specific instructions.

ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED

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. For information on E-Verify, or if you believe the County has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or visit their website at dhs.gov/E-Verify.

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.

After enrolling in the County’s benefit plans, employees may only make changes to the plans either during the open enrollment period, which occurs annually (usually each October), and/or during the year, due to a family status change (i.e., marriage, births, divorce and adoption).

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