Lateral/Comparative Compliance Park Police Officer

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission

Riverdale Park (MD)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

25 hours ago

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Job summary

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) Prince George's County Park Police Division is seeking sworn Police Officers who are Maryland-certified (MPTC) or meet Comparative Compliance standards. The department values good character, sound judgment, honesty, reliability, and integrity in its officers.

Officers patrol parks by vehicle, motorcycle, horse, or on foot, enforce laws and park rules, respond to incidents, and may arrest and testify in court.

Qualifications

Must possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license.
MPTC Certified or meet Comparative Compliance standards.

Responsibilities

Patrols assigned beats by car, motorcycle, horse or on foot; observes and reports incidents and park rule violations.
Directs traffic and parking; responds to calls for service and provides assistance as needed.
Secures crime or accident scenes and takes initial statements from victims and witnesses; makes arrests and conducts follow-up reporting.
Prepares cases and testifies in court as required; may assist with investigations under supervision.

Job description

Description

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) Prince George's County Park Police Division is currently accepting applications for Sworn

Description

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) Prince George's County Park Police Division is currently accepting applications for Sworn Police Officers who are currently or previously certified in the State of Maryland (MPTC Certified) or meet Comparative Compliance standards.

The M-NCPPC Park Police department is seeking men and women that exhibit characteristics of good character, sound judgment, honesty, reliability and integrity.

Examples of Important Duties

Patrols an assigned beat in a patrol car, motorcycle, or on horseback, or foot; observes and reports incidents of vandalism, violations of state law and park rules and regulations; notes and reports unsafe and unsightly conditions within parks; directs traffic and parking; responds to calls for service and renders assistance as needed; secures a crime or accident scene and takes initial statements from victims and witnesses; apprehends, arrests, and books suspects; writes reports on incidents encountered during patrol; and,

On horseback performs crowd control duties during major events; grooms and examines horses for illness or injury; maintains tack and other equipment in good condition; feeds and stables horses at the end of shift; performs minor veterinary care;

On motorcycle patrols bike paths and regional park areas; maintains motorcycles on a routine maintenance basis;

On foot patrols regional parks or other areas on foot; assists with crowd control at ice rinks, concerts, etc.

May serve as Field Training Officer to supervise, instruct, and evaluate trainee police candidates during field training period.

Prepares cases and appears in Court to testify as arresting officer or witness.

May be assigned to perform preliminary or follow up investigations under supervision and prepares reports on evidence obtained.

Minimum Qualifications

Must possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license.
MPTC Certified or meet Comparative Compliance standards.

Supplemental Information

Invitations will be based on date of application submission.

Lateral candidates are required to successfully complete post-offer medical/stress/psychological evaluations and pass an extensive background investigation.

Once a sufficient candidate pool has been achieved, this announcement will be closed and electronic notification will be provided to candidates regarding their scheduled date and time.

Lateral candidates are required to successfully complete post-offer medical/stress/ psychological evaluations and pass an extensive background investigation.

May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing.

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.

Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411 (Maryland Relay 7-1-1)

M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.

THE MARYLAND-NATIONAL CAPITAL PARK AND PLANNING COMMISSION

2026 Benefit Summary For Merit System Employees

The following benefit summary is provided for informational purposes only and is not, nor should be construed as an employment agreement with the M-NCPPC, implied or actual. It is not all-inclusive and is subject to change. Benefits listed are extended to all Merit System employees of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). All plans are optional except the Defined Benefit and Long-Term Disability plans.

Eligibility

You have 45 days from your hire date to elect your benefits. Your coverage begins on the first of the month following receipt of your enrollment forms and required documentation.

Retirement Programs

Defined Benefit Plan (Mandatory Participation) – Plan E excludes FOP members.

Plan Employee Contribution

Plan C 9.5%* of base salary (FOP members only)
Plan E 4% of base salary up to maximum Social Security Wage Base (SSWB) and 8% in excess of SSWB.

457 (b) Plan (Optional) [Pre-tax and Roth]

Traditional and Roth IRAs (Optional)

Retiree Healthcare – Eligibility requires, at least 10 years of eligible service and continuous enrollment in M-NCPPC plans (or proof of continuous enrollment in comparable plans) during the 36 months immediately preceding your retirement date. Premium cost share based on years of service

Health Insurance Plans (FOP Members Pay 23% for Medical, Prescription and Dental and same as all other employees for Vision.) All other employees pay percentage below.*

Medical
- Kaiser Permanente Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) – (15%)
- UnitedHealthcare Select Exclusive Provider Organization Health Plan (EPO) – (20%)
- UnitedHealthcare Choice Plus Point of Service (POS) – (20%)
Prescription – CVS Caremark – (15%)
Dental – Delta Dental PPO and DeltaCare USA HMO – (20%)
Vision – EyeMed – (80% of Low Option plan paid by Commission. Any balance paid by employee.)
- Low, moderate, and high options are available. Frequency of covered services differs.

Flexible Spending Accounts (Employee Pays 100%)

Medical Account – Maximum annual contribution: $3,300
Dependent Care Account – Maximum annual contribution: $7,500

Long-Term Disability Insurance (Mandatory Participation)

Employee Pays 20%: Commission Pays 80% (FOP Members Pay 100%)
Benefits paid at 66 2/3% of base salary, maximum of $6,000/month

Supplemental Long-Term Disability Insurance (Employee Pays 100%)

Benefits paid at 66 2/3% of base salary that exceeds $108,000; capped at $216,000

Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Employee Pays 20%: Commission Pays 80%)

Two (2) times base salary; maximum benefit is $200,000 for each
Automatic coverage with opt-out provision

Supplemental and Spouse/Dependent Life Insurance (Employee Pays 100%)

Supplemental – 1,2,3,4, or 5 times base salary; maximum benefit is $750,000
Spouse/Dependent Combination - $10,000/$5,000, $20,000/$10,000, or $30,000/$15,000

Sick Leave Bank (Contribution and Benefit hours prorated for part-time employees)

Employees have 60 days from date of hire to enroll.
Employee contributes 8 leave hours each year
Annually covers up to 688 hours for own serious medical condition, and 480 hours for parental responsibilities (birth, adoption or foster care), and 80-160 hours for serious medical condition of an immediate family member

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