POLICE OFFICER

POLICE OFFICER - ANNOUNCEMENT #2602 (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.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated individual to join our team as a Police Officer. As a Police Officer, you will be responsible for enforcing local, state, and federal laws to protect life and property, patrol assigned areas to deter crime and ensure public safety, and respond to emergency and non-emergency calls for service.

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

Qualifications

• 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 drivers license and at least 6 months driving experience
• Successfully complete all requirements of the Background and Selection Process
• Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply

Benefits

• Medical/Prescription/Dental/Vision Insurance Coverage
• Group Term Life Insurance
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Dependent Care Assistance Program
• Health Care Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Leave (Annual, Personal, & Sick)
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Retirement Benefits
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• Employer Contribution Rate-11.71%
• Supplemental Pension Plan
• Employee Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary Benefits

How to Apply

Only online applications will be accepted. To apply, please visit www.governmentjobs.com and search for job number PSI 50-26-PO1-2602. You will also need to register with the National Testing Network (NTN) to complete the written exam. For more information, please visit www.nationaltestingnetwork.com.

Application Process

The application process includes:

1. Submitting an online application
2. Preliminary Application and Applicant History Review
3. Registering with the National Testing Network to complete the Written Exam
4. Downloading and completing the participation waiver
5. Self-scheduling (online) and passing the APRT
6. Preliminary Documents and Records Check
7. Background Investigation
8. Oral Board
9. Polygraph Examination
10. Psychological Screening
11. Medical Examination & Drug Screening
12. Hiring Consideration
13. Final Offer of Employment
14. Graduation from the Prince George's County Police Academy

Additional Information

• The Prince George's County Police Department is partnering with the National Testing Network (NTN) to administer the written examination.
• Applicants must successfully complete all requirements of the Background and Selection Process.
• Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.
• Only online applications will be accepted.
• Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation during the application and hiring process can click here for specific instructions.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Prince George's 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.

Application Requirements

To apply, please submit the following:

• A completed online application
• A valid drivers license and at least 6 months driving experience
• Proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful authorization to work in the United States
• Proof of high school graduation or equivalent
• Proof of 21 years old at time of graduation from the Police Academy (20 years and 3 months old at time of application)
• Proof of bilingual status (if applicable)

Waiver

I, [Applicant Name], have READ and AGREE to the terms of this waiver. I understand that my likeness may appear in the video that will be taken during my participation in the Applicant Physical Readiness Test (APRT). I also understand that I will be required to provide and verify authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Certification

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.