INTERNAL INVESTIGATION DETECTIVE SERGEANT PSCS (STATEWIDE 'REPOST')

MD; Maryland; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

Paid time off

Pension

Job summary

The Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) in Maryland seeks a dedicated investigator with police authority to conduct confidential inquiries and gather evidence across divisions.

Ideal candidates will have two years of investigative experience, be able to interview diverse individuals, and produce precise reports. This role requires Maryland police certification and rigorous selection processes.

Qualifications

• Two years of investigative work or police investigative experience.
• Ability to conduct confidential investigations and interviews.
• Strong report writing and evidence collection skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct administrative and criminal investigations with police powers.
• Interview complainants, victims and witnesses; gather and document evidence.
• Prepare clear, impartial investigation reports and findings.

Skills

Investigative experience

Interviews & evidence handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Introduction

If you are looking for an exciting career with great benefits, pension, generous leave, competitive salary, and the opportunity for advancement and professional growth, apply to join the DPSCS team today! The Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) is seeking dedicated candidates to fill important roles within our department. We are one of the largest departments in Maryland with nearly 12,000 employees and a budget of more than $1 billion. In order to fulfill our mission of promoting safety, we have increased security at our institutions while leading the way in innovative restorative justice projects that will help offenders reintegrate into society upon release. As a member of the DPSCS team, you can have a fulfilling career, while also enjoying a wide range of benefits such as medical and dental coverage, paid time off (i.e. vacation, sick leave), becoming vested in the State pension, supplemental retirement options, and even joining the Maryland State Employees Credit Union.

GRADE

SLE 7

LOCATION OF POSITION

Howard County 8520 Corridor Road, Suite H Savage, MD 20763 (IID HQ)

Allegany County 12510 Arnel Avenue Cumberland Maryland 21502

Washington County 18601 Roxbury Road Hagerstown Maryland 21746

Wicomico County 201 Baptist Street, Salisbury MD 21801 (Wicomico County District Courthouse)

Applicants from this recruitment may be considered to fill future Permanent and Contractual positions statewide.

POSITION DUTIES

Under the supervision of the Intelligence & Investigative Division Director and supervisors, conducts administrative and criminal investigations within the various Divisions and Units of the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services. These duties are carried out with total police/law enforcement powers as bestowed by Maryland State law for individuals completing training as a police officer in the State of Maryland, as provided for by the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission.

Receives allegations and conducts confidential investigations of criminal activity and allegations of serious misconduct. Interviews complainants, victims, witnesses and individuals under investigation to gather information for investigations using approved, acceptable standard interview and interrogation methods in accordance with established procedures. Identifies and collects physical evidence and reports information related to assigned investigations using standard evidence collection tools. Composes criminal and administrative investigation reports that are clear, logical, impartial and properly documented.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must meet all minimum qualifications to be considered, and to appear on the list of people eligible for hire. Please read all requirements before applying.

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school certificate acceptable to the Maryland State Board of Education as described in the Maryland Police Training Commission regulation.

Experience: Two years of investigative work as an Internal Investigation Detective, Provisional; or two years of comparable law enforcement investigative experience in a municipal, county, state or federal police agency.

Notes:

• The above educational requirement is set by the Maryland Police Training Commission in accordance with Public Safety Article, Section 3-207, Annotated Code of Maryland.
• Candidates may substitute education from an accredited college or university at the rate of 60 credit hours, including at least 15 credit hours of criminal justice courses, for up to one year of the required experience.
• Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in special investigations or military police classifications or specialty codes in the criminal justice field of work at the rate of two years of military experience for one year of required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience involving allegations of misconduct or suspected criminal activity by employees.
• Experience preparing criminal and administrative investigation reports.

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

This recruitment is limited to applicants who currently possess [or have possessed in the past three years] Law Enforcement (Police) Certification from the Maryland Police & Correctional Training Commissions.

Police Officer Recertification: 3 Years or Less Since Last Certified as a Police Officer, according to Code of Maryland Regulation 12.04.01.07/Section B3

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

1. Candidates for this classification must possess and maintain a current Maryland certification as a Police Officer.

2. Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

The ideal candidate must be fluent in spoken and written English. The ideal candidate must effectively and respectfully communicate with diverse populations, providing services to individuals with different beliefs, behaviors, and interpersonal styles in confinement or community settings. Professional working fluency in Spanish, Mandarin, Korean, or any other language is a plus.

1. Employees must meet the selection standards required and successfully complete the training prescribed by the Maryland Police Training Commission for police officers in accordance with Public Safety Article, Section 3-207 of the Annotated Code of Maryland. Selection standards for police officer training are listed in detail in the Code of Maryland Regulations Title 12, Subtitle 04, Chapter 01 and include the following:

• U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien status
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• A complete background investigation
• Oral interview
• Physical examination
• Polygraph and psychological evaluations.

2. Candidates for this classification will be given a medical examination to determine their ability to perform job-related functions. Employees in this classification will be required to bear firearms, and to demonstrate practical knowledge and proficiency in the safe use and care of firearms on a periodic basis.

3. Employees in this classification are subject to call-in on a 24‑hours a day basis and will be required to provide the employing agency with a telephone number where they can be reached.

4. Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 06.01.09, 12.04.01 and Maryland Police Training Commission General Regulation .01-1, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.

THE INTERVIEW WILL ALSO REQUIRE THE SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF A WRITTEN ASSESSMENT: The assessment is designed to measure the candidates' skills, and abilities to perform the duties of report writing.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be required to complete the assessment.

BENEFITS

As an employee of the State of Maryland, you will have access to outstanding benefits, including: health insurance, dental, and vision plans offered at a low cost.

• Personal Leave - new State employees are awarded six (6) personnel days annually (prorated based on start date)
• Annual Leave - ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year
• Sick Leave - fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year
• Parental Leave - up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child
• Holidays - State employees also celebrate at least twelve (12) holidays per year
• Pension - State employees earn credit towards a retirement pension

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.