POLICE OFFICER
Salary
$70,257.00 Annually
Location
Various Locations Throughout Prince Georges County, MD
Job Type
Fulltime/Permanent/Classified
Job Number
PSI 50-27-PO1-2701
Department
Police Department
Division
BOA TED BOTS OICBOTS
Opening Date
07/20/2026
Closing Date
12/31/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
50069035
Nature and Variety of Work
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.
Examples of Work
Qualifications
BILINGUAL APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY
Additional Information
APPLICANTS WHO PROVIDE PROOF OF MILITARY SERVICE OR BACHELORS DEGREE ARE EXEMPT FROM TAKING THE WRITTEN EXAM.
The Prince Georges County Police Department is partnering with the National Testing Network (NTN) to administer the written examination. To register with NTN and schedule a test, go to www.nationaltestingnetwork.com, select 'Find Jobs', then select Law Enforcement Jobs and sign up for Prince Georges County Police.
When you visit the www.nationaltestingnetwork.com website:
Complete the NTN registration process and schedule your test.
Review all information related to the Prince Georges County Police Officer position, including minimum requirements, salary, and benefits.
Review detailed information about the testing process.
Review the Frequently Asked Questions and take an online practice test (if desired).
Upon completion of your scheduled exam, scores are automatically forwarded. Candidates who attain a passing score on the entry-level exam will be placed on the eligibility list. Police Department Recruiters will contact candidates on the list and will invite them to participate in further stages of the selection process.
National Testing Network is a service provided to conduct entry-level testing in a standardized, professional environment. National Testing Network does not replace the Prince Georges County Police Departments responsibility and decision-making in the testing process. All candidate results are provided to the Prince Georges County Police Department, where the final decisions are made.
PLEASE NOTE! ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY THROUGH WWW.GOVERNMENTJOBS.COM in addition to registering and testing with the National Testing Network.
Please note - using a mobile device, such as a phone, to complete this application is NOT recommended. You are highly encouraged to use a desktop or laptop computer so that you can carefully and thoroughly read and understand all aspects of applying for this position.
To be considered for employment, Applicants must successfully complete all of the following steps:
If sufficient vacancies exist, applicants at this stage may be contacted to continue into the Background Investigation process, which includes:
Before applying, serious applicants will:
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.
For current information on Salary and Benefits please visit Join PGPD.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CAN BE FOUND AT: Join PGPD
or by calling your Police Recruiter at 301-780-8175 or 1-888-310-9736.
Prince Georges County Government is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Diversity in the Workplace
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation during the application and hiring process can click here for specific instructions.
ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED
Eligibility to Work: Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, an employer is required to hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to provide and verify authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S., only after an offer has been accepted and the Form I-9 is completed. For information on E-Verify, or if you believe the County has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or visit their website at dhs.gov/E-Verify.
INTERNAL APPLICANTS: If you are a current Prince Georges County Government employee and seeking a promotion, in accordance with Section 16-200 of the Personnel Law, you have the right to appeal a rejection rating within five (5) working days of receiving a rejection notice. Union employees should refer to their respective collective bargaining agreement and/or union representative for their grievance procedure.
Prince Georges County Government is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
General Plan Information:
The Prince George's County benefits plan year is from January 1 to December 31.
A spouse (to include a same sex spouse) can be added to the health benefit plans. A marriage certificate and social security number is required to add a spouse.
Children under the age of 26 are eligible for coverage under the health benefit plans. This includes stepchildren and children of the same-sex spouse. A birth certificate(s) and social security number(s) is required to add a child(ren). If you are only adding the stepchildren or child(ren) of a same-sex spouse, you will need to submit a marriage certificate. You will also need to submit the birth certificate of the child(ren) and your spouse must be listed as a parent.
The premiums for health benefits are deducted on a pre-tax basis with the exception of Long-Term Disability, Extra Life Insurance and Voluntary Benefits (Short-Term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Cancer Indemnity, Hospital Indemnity Protection, Accident Indemnity Plan, Supplemental Dental and Group Legal Services).
New employees must enroll in the County's health benefit plans within thirty (30) days of the hire date.
The effective date of the health benefits coverage is the beginning of the month following a waiting period of forty-five (45) days from the date of hire.
After enrolling in the County's benefit plans, employees may only make changes to the plans either during the open enrollment period, which occurs annually (usually each October), and/or during the year, due to a family status change (i.e., marriage, births, divorce and adoption).
Employee Benefits
Prince George's County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following:
Paid Leave (Annual, Personal, & Sick) 13 Paid Holidays Retirement Benefits
Defined Benefit Pension Plan
Employer Contribution Rate-11.71%
Supplemental Pension Plan
Employee Contribution Rate (Pre-Tax)-3.48%
457(b)
403(b)
Employee Discounts Employee Assistance Program Voluntary Benefits
For additional details, please visit: https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/human-resources-management/employees/benefits
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I would make an excellent candidate for this position because:
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Have you ever been terminated, or resigned in lieu of termination, from a Public Safety agency (Police, Sheriff, Fire/EMS, Corrections, Homeland Security, Emergency Dispatch, etc.)?
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(MQ3) What is your current age? You must be greater than 20 years 3 months old to apply.
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(MQ4A) I am willing to undergo a comprehensive background investigation, including contacts with all my references, employers, co-workers, and close personal associates. Additionally, I understand there will be a review of my driving record, credit and financial history, criminal history, educational history, and military experience. A polygraph examination, psychological evaluation, physical evaluation, and urinary drug screening will be required.
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(MQ5) Are you a United States citizen? You must be a United States citizen in order to apply for a law enforcement position.
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Please indicate how you learned about the Prince Georges County Police Department. Example: Recruiter, Website, National Testing Network, Friend, Job Fair
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(MQ8) Which best describes your HIGHEST level of education? You must have at least a High School diploma or GED in order to apply.
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Please select the languages are you fluent in. (select all that apply)
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(MQM1) Male Applicants Only. Have you registered with Selective Service?
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(MQM2) Male Applicants Only. Please provide your Selective Service Number and Date of Registration:
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(MIL1) Which of the following best describes your Military experience?
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(DRG1) How many times have you used, tried, inhaled, ingested, injected or experimented with cocaine?
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(DRG2) How many times have you used, tried, inhaled, ingested, injected or experimented with Heroin, PCP, LSD, or other hallucinogens?
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(DRG3) Not including marijuana, how many years has it been since you used, tried, inhaled, ingested, injected or experimented with narcotic drugs not prescribed to you for the purpose of getting high?
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(DRG4) Not including marijuana, how many years has it been since you used, tried, inhaled, ingested, injected, or experimented with any drug or substance for the purpose of getting high?
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(DRG5) How many times have you used, tried, inhaled, injected, ingested or experimented with synthetic drugs in any form?
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(CRM1) Have you sold or distributed any illegal drugs? If yes, please explain in question 18.
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(CRM1A) If you answered yes to the question 17 regarding selling drugs, please explain. If no, put N/A.
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(CRM2A) Are you currently on probation or parole? If yes, please explain in the text box below question 21.
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(CRM2B) To the best of your knowledge, do you have any outstanding warrants, protective/ex-parte orders or are awaiting any pending criminal proceedings? If yes, please explain in the text box below question 21.
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(CRM2C) If you answered yes to the question 19 or 20, please explain. If no, put N/A.
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(CRM3) Have you ever been convicted, entered a guilty plea, been given Probation Before Judgement (PBJ) or STET Docket for an ASSAULT that occurred in a domestic setting, i.e. relating to family or significant other? If yes, please explain in question 23.
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(CRM3A) If you answered yes to the question 22, please explain. If no, put N/A.
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(CRM4) Have you ever been convicted of, or pled guilty to, a felony? If yes, please explain in question 25.
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(CRM4A) If you answered yes to the question 24, please explain. If no, put N/A.
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(CRM5) Have you ever stolen anything of value?
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(CRM5A) If you answered yes to the question 26 regarding theft, please explain. If no, put N/A.
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(DRV1) Do you have a valid motor vehicle drivers license and at least 6 months driving experience?
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(DRV2) Do you currently have 3 or more negative points on your drivers license, or the equivalent for an out of state license?
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(DRV3) In the last 3 years, have you been convicted of, or plead guilty to any DWI or DUI charge?
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(DRV4) How many times have you been convicted of, or plead guilty to, a DWI or DUI charge?
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(DRV5) Are you currently awaiting any pending traffic proceedings? If yes, please explain in question 33.
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(DRV5A) If you answered yes to the question 32, please explain. If no, put N/A.
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Please provide your full middle name and any other names you have used or are known by. Examples are maiden names, names by a former marriage, name changes, "play" and/or nicknames, other names you commonly use, etc. Separate and list each with a comma.
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I ,an applicant to the Prince Georges County Police Departments hiring process have been fully informed by the Prince Georges County Police Department that my likeness may appear in the video that will be taken during my participation in the Applicant Physical Readiness Test (APRT). Further, I , an applicant to the hiring process to the Prince Georges County Police Department do hereby and agree to hold harmless the State of Maryland and Prince Georges County, Maryland, their agencies, employees and their successors and assigns for any injury or damage or potential invasion of privacy concerns resulting from the public display of my participation in the APRT. WAIVER: I have READ and AGREE to the terms of this waiver.
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I understand that this application is an official document used to determine my eligibility for employment as a Police Officer. I certify that all information I provide is complete, honest, and accurate. I will answer all questions truthfully, participate in all required selection and evaluation processes, and take full responsibility for reviewing and correcting my application before submission. I acknowledge that I have thoroughly reviewed my entire application and all answers provided, verified that the information is complete and accurate, and corrected any errors or omissions. I will not claim later that any answer was made in error. I confirm that I alone completed this application and that no one else provided information on my behalf. I understand that providing false, misleading, or incomplete information may disqualify me from consideration or result in termination if discovered after hire. I also understand that this is a competitive process with many qualified applicants and that every interaction with County personnel is part of the assessment of my character, judgment, and suitability for the position. I acknowledge and accept the conditions of employment, including compliance with all County and Department rules and regulations, and affirm that I am willing and able to work with individuals of any race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, or disability unrelated in nature and extent so as to reasonably preclude the performance of the employment. I understand If hired, I am: (A) willing and able to work any shift I am assigned on any day of the week, including holidays and weekends. (B) I understand that I am an essential government employee and will always report to work on time regardless of weather or other circumstances. By submitting this application, I affirm that I fully understand the position announcement, have reviewed my responses carefully, and accept all consequences associated with the information I have provided.
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Employer Prince Georges County Government
Address 1400 McCormick Drive, Suite 159
Largo, Maryland, 20774
Phone 301-883-6330
301-883-6330