Police Cadet (Ages 17 1/2 to 20 years and 4 months)

Baltimore County; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Educational Assistance

Job summary

Baltimore County is seeking Police Cadets in Towson, MD. Applicants must be aged 18-20 to start; those 20 years 4 months or older should apply for the Police Officer position.

The role provides training through the Baltimore County Police Academy and a pathway to sworn service. Applicants must meet minimum qualifications including high school diploma or equivalent, pass written and physical tests, background check, psychological screening, polygraph, and drug test; possession of a valid Maryland

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 and under 21 at appointment; applicants 20 years 4 months or older should apply for Police Officer position.
• Pass a written examination.
• Pass a physical agility test.
• Pass a physical examination.
• Pass a comprehensive background investigation, psychological screening, polygraph, and drug test.
• Must be a U.S. citizen at time of appointment.
• Possess a valid Maryland driver’s license (class C noncommercial) at appointment.

Responsibilities

• Under close supervision, training for a variety of police field and administrative support functions prior to employment as a Cadet.
• Provide routine office support and public assistance as part of the department’s operations.

Job description

You MUST be between the ages of 17 1/2 and 20 years and 4 months to apply for this position. Applicants that are 20 years and 4 months of age or older MUST apply for the Police Officer position. Please contact the Office of Human Resources at 410-887-8517 if you experience any issues or error messages while submitting your application.

IMPORTANT TESTING INFORMATION

Written Examination

Applicants who meet the required qualifications will be scheduled to take a written examination. Qualified applicants will receive an email notification of their scheduled test date, time, and location. Be sure that your email address is correct when applying for this position. The Office of Human Resources will send all correspondence to the email address you provide on your application.

If you have questions about the Police Cadet hiring process, contact a police recruiter at 410-887-5542 or visit the Recruitment Section of the Police Department's web page.

Examples of Duties

Under close supervision, performs and trains to perform a variety of police field and administrative support functions prior to employment as a Probationary Police Officer.

• Performs administrative functions in a precinct or specialized police unit. Receives and responds to requests from the public for non-emergency assistance and information. Answers questions and provides advice and consultation to the public.
• Works undercover to investigate crimes and target criminal activities. Provides assistance to police officers in the performance of their duties by directing traffic, inspecting vehicles, and issuing citations and repair orders. Assists with crowd control and special events. Assists police officers in processing and monitoring prisoners.
• Accesses MILES, NCIC, MVA, and other police and criminal justice computer networks to enter, retrieve, review, research, and gather information and perform criminal background checks on subjects.
• Communicates through law enforcement radio channels and through computer networks to provide information to officers, verify warrants, and identify wanted vehicles and people. Composes, sends, and receives teletypes.
• Provides arrest and warrant information to police officers. Investigates complaints, gathers information, and writes reports. Contacts victims, officers, and the public. Arranges for towing of abandoned vehicles. Processes evidence in accordance with regulations. Assists in the disposal of contraband.
• Inspects and maintains equipment, including vehicles, firearms, and clothing. Performs precinct and property inspections. Assists in providing security at police facilities.

Examples of Other Duties

• Provides routine office support such as sorting and distributing mail, answering and directing telephone calls, and filing. Performs other related duties as required.

(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Applicants must be at least 18, but less than 21 years of age at the time of appointment.
• Possession of a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent.
• Pass a written examination
• Pass a physical agility test prior to starting the academy
• Pass a physical examination prior to starting the academy
• Pass a comprehensive background investigation, psychological screening, polygraph examination, and a drug test
• All applicants must be citizens of the United States at the time of appointment.
• Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a noncommercial, class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of appointment.
• Have less than four points on their driving record
• Have no felony convictions

The Police Academy

Upon successfully completion of the background investigation and the medical examination, passers of both the written and physical agility tests will be considered for a future class of the Baltimore County Police Academy as they approach the age of 21.

The Police Academy is a 33-week academic, physical and practical training program, which introduces recruits to a career in law enforcement. It is a non-residential program located in Dundalk, Maryland.

The academy is paramilitary in nature and challenges recruits to develop self-discipline, perform under stressful situations, and focus on teamwork. After graduation from the Baltimore County Police Academy, you will be among the most highly trained officers in the country and part of a family of motivated and proud law enforcement officers.

SECURITY NOTICE

• Firearms
• Dangerous weapons
• Knives
• Stun guns/tasers
• Razors
• Ammunition
• Explosives
• Body armor
• Other

Individuals carrying who do not comply with this notice will be asked to vacate the premises and re-schedule their exam for later date and time.

Conditions of Employment

This is a training classification. Incumbents in this classification who are not hired as a Police Officer by the start of the second Police Training Academy class for which they are eligible will be terminated.

Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation

Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks.

Employment Benefits For Full-Time, Merit Or Classified Employees

Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to full-time,merit or classified employees. Some benefits vary for sworn employees of the Police and Fire Departments. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.

Smoke free workplace

All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.

Drug free workplace

Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.

Salary

Annual Salary review - Step increases may be granted on anniversary date based on satisfactory job performance

General Increases - Cost of living increases and adjustments may be granted as legislated.

Longevity Increases - In accordance with the specific pay schedule, a full-time merit or classified employee may receive a longevity increase, equivalent to one step, upon completion of a certain number of years of classified service with the County.

Employee Assistance Program

Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.

Health Insurance

Benefits

Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include: Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts

Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.

Life Insurance

Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.

Retirement

Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System (ERS), with very limited exceptions.

Paid Leave

Paid benefits listed below vary depending upon the Classification.

Sick Leave

Vacation Leave

Personal Leave

Holidays

Bereavement Leave

Jury Leave

Military Leave

Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union

Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.

Direct Deposit

Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.

Educational Assistance

70 to 80 percent tuition reimbursement following successful completion of pre-approved courses related to position. Amount of reimbursement and fiscal year dollar limitations vary with bargaining group.

Deferred Compensation

Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.

Disclaimer

This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.