Police Officer

Prince George's County Police Department; Landover (MD); On-site; USD 56,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

The Prince George’s County Police Department invites applications for Police Officer (Entry-Level). This role emphasizes integrity, sound judgment, and community‑oriented policing to protect residents of Prince George’s County.

Responsibilities include enforcing laws, patrolling areas, responding to calls, investigating crimes, producing reports, and engaging with the community to promote safety and trust. Applicants must be U.S.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• High School graduate; (60+ college credit hours preferred)
• 21 years old at graduation from the Police Academy
• Valid driver’s license with at least 6 months driving experience
• Successful completion of Background and Selection Process

Responsibilities

• 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

Education

High School graduate; (60+ college credit hours preferred)

21 years old at time of graduation from the Police Academy

Job description

ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED

POLICE OFFICER - ANNOUNCEMENT #2701

(ENTRY-LEVEL POLICE OFFICERS)

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.

• 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
• U.S. Citizen
• High School graduate; (60+ college credit hours preferred)
• 21 years old at time of graduation from the Police Academy (20 years and 3 months old at time of application)
• Possess a valid driver's license and at least 6 months driving experience
• Successfully complete all requirements of the Background and Selection Process

All male U.S. citizens, and male aliens living in the U.S., who are 18 and over are required to register with Selective Service. Please go to the Selective Service website to register or verify your registration.

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