MSP CADET

MD; United States; Remote; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Maryland State Police is seeking Cadets to introduce youth to the duties of a Maryland State Trooper and prepare them to become Troopers at age 21. Cadets perform duties that do not require police authority, are generally assigned to the Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division, and work under a Trooper at a truck inspection station or on patrol.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens, at least 18, have a high school diploma or GED, and meet fitness, vision, and character requirements.

Qualifications

• Citizen status, residency rules, and age requirements to apply.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license and have clean driving record.
• Physical fitness and visual acuity standards.
• Character and truthfulness required throughout process.
• Restrictions on certain drug use prior to application.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties that do not require police authority while cadet.
• Work under a Trooper at a truck inspection station or on patrol.
• Be assigned to the Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division.
• Follow the selection process steps listed by MSP.

Skills

US citizenship

Age 18+

Maryland residency upon appointment

High school diploma or GED

Valid driver’s license

Excellent physical condition

20/20 binocular visual acuity

Good reputation and moral character

Truthful in all stages

No recent drug use

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Introduction

PLEASE NOTE, THE ONLINE APPLICATION DOES NOT FULLY SUPPORT MOBILE DEVICE USE. The Maryland State Police Cadet application process will require you to access your online employment center account throughout your process. You will need to remember the username and password you create when you start your application. Any questions or concerns regarding the Maryland State Police Cadet application and application process should be directed to Maryland State Police Recruitment and Selection Unit personnel [e-mail]@maryland.gov. All email correspondence to MSP staff should utilize an appropriate subject line indicating the purpose of the email.

GRADE

7

LOCATION OF POSITION

This is a statewide position. While Maryland State Police Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division will take county residency into account, assignment will depend on need. Selected applicants must be willing to work in any county in Maryland.

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of this position is to expose young men and women to the various duties and responsibilities of a Maryland State Trooper and to better prepare them to become Troopers when they reach the age of 21. Cadets are assigned to perform duties that do not require police authority. They are generally assigned to the Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division. Cadets will be assigned to work under the supervision of a Trooper at a truck inspection station or on patrol.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• United States Citizen (for more information regarding qualifications of US citizenship, please visit http://www.uscis.gov/us-citizenship)
• Age - Cadet applicants may complete the application process at the age of 17, but cannot be appointed or begin working until he reaches the age of 18. Cadet Applicants must be appointed before reaching 20 years of age.
• Residency - Applicants do not need to be a Maryland resident to process. However, they must become a Maryland resident on the date of appointment as cadet.
• Must have a high school diploma or a G.E.D. (Cadet Applicants may begin the application process in the final year of high school).
• Must possess a valid Driver's License in any state and a satisfactory driving record, current driving record cannot exceed 3 points, in the event you exceed this requirement please wait to apply until you are at or below 3 points.
• Must be in excellent physical condition.
• Binocular visual acuity must be 20/20 with or without correction.
• Have a good reputation and sound moral character.
• Not have any current court orders relating to domestic violence.
• Be truthful in every stage of the application process.
• An individual is ineligible for initial certification as a cadet if the individual has illegally used marijuana within 1 year before application.
• An individual is ineligible for initial certification as a cadet or trooper if the individual has illegally used a controlled dangerous substance (other than marijuana) or narcotic drug for any purpose within the 3 years before application.

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

For information regarding Maryland State Police's Body Modification and Tattoo Policy, please visit http://mdsp.maryland.gov/Careers/Pages/BodyModificationandTattooPolicy.aspx

SELECTION PROCESS

1. COMPLETION OF THE ONLINE APPLICATION TO THE INDICATED STOP POINT
2. ATTENDANCE OF AN APPLICANT ORIENTATION
3. FUNCTIONAL FITNESS ASSESSMENT TEST
4. WRITTEN EXAM
5. SUBMISSION OF THE ENTIRE ONLINE APPLICATION
6. ORAL INTERVIEW
7. POLYGRAPH
8. BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION
9. MEDICAL TESTING
10. POLICE SELECTION COMMITTEE

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS The Maryland State Police offers a comprehensive compensation package for its Cadets. For more information on Maryland State Police Cadet Salary and benefits please visit http://mdsp.maryland.gov/Careers/Pages/SalaryBenefits.aspx

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

If you have any questions about this recruitment, please contact the Maryland State Police at 410-653-4281 or email [e-mail].

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.

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

Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.