Nature and Variety of Work ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED EXPERIENCED POLICE OFFICER (EPO) COMPARATIVE COMPLIANCE The Prince George's County Police Department is currently seeking experienced police officer (EPO) candidates to be considered for the Comparative Compliance EPO Academy. The Police Department is seeking men and women that exhibit characteristics of good character, sound judgment, honesty, reliability and integrity that blend together with a philosophy for community-oriented policing and a strong desire to serve the interests of the citizens of Prince George's County. Candidates approved for hire in this position will attend a Comparative Compliance EPO Academy.
The Comparative Compliance EPO Academy is a 23 week course of instruction designed to meet all of the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission (MPCTC) objectives for certification as a police officer in the State of Maryland. The Comparative Compliance EPO Academy will be offered to all NON-MARYLAND CERTIFIED experienced police officers, to include Federal, Local, and Out-of-State jurisdictions with at least one and a half (1.5) years of service with their respective agencies. The Comparative Compliance EPO Academy is a professional learning environment for advanced officers, NOT a basic instructional academy.
EPO candidates must be currently certified by a recognized agency and have completed at least one and one half years as a full time Police Officer. Examples of Work The typical duties of a police officer, upon whom public safety depends, include: responding to calls; maintaining order in an assigned patrol area; enforcing criminal and traffic laws mandated and authorized by the State and local laws and ordinances; report writing, courtroom presentation of cases; and providing effective and efficient service to the citizens of Prince George's County. Shift work is required.
Qualifications BILINGUAL APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY Minimum Qualifications • Currently certified as a Police Officer with a minimum of 18 months (1.5 years) experience with current agency • U.S. Citizen • High School graduate; (60+ college credit hours preferred) • Possess a valid driver's license • Pass a comprehensive background investigation to include review of Internal Affairs File, Oral Interview, Polygraph, Psychological Evaluation, and Medical Evaluation • Pass all of the qualification factors listed in the Additional Information. Additional Information 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: • Submit an online application • Preliminary Application and/or Applicant History Review • Preliminary Documents and Records Check • Comparative Compliance applicants must provide a copy of their basic training syllabus/curriculum to include hours. If sufficient vacancies exist, applicants at this stage may be contacted to continue into the Background Investigation process, which includes: • Download, complete and submit the Personal History Statement (PHS) • Participate in Background Investigation & PHS Orientation • Initial Interview • Background Investigation • Oral Board • Polygraph Examination • Psychological Screening • Medical Examination & Drug Screening Test • Hiring Consideration • Final Offer of Employment • Graduation from the Prince George's County Comparative Compliance EPO Academy All male U.S.
citizens, and male naturalized citizens 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. All notifications for this position will be made via email, therefore each applicant must update their online profile with any changes to personal information, and must continually monitor the email account provided.
Also, be sure to update your junk/spam settings to allow emails from all addresses ending in "@co.pg.md.us". Reasons for disqualification may include (but are not limited to) the following: previous disqualification; deception; poor work history; poor driving record; suspended license; DWI/DUI; history or pattern of crimes both reported and not reported; felony/misdemeanor conviction; illegal drug usage, possession, distribution, sale or purchase; falsification of application or other documents; failure to meet physical and mental standards; failure to present a professional appearance; inability to competitively complete any of the component parts of the selection process; and/or any other disqualifying factor as determined by the Office of Human Resources Management Public Safety Investigations Division and/or the Police Department. 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 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. 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 George's 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 George's 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: • Medical/Prescription/Dental/Vision Insurance Coverage (part time employees are eligible for medical insurance if they work 15 + hours, per week) • 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 Contribution Rate (Pre-Tax)-3.48% • 457(b) • 403(b) • Employee Discounts • Employee Assistance Program • Voluntary Benefits • Critical Illness • Whole Life Insurance • Accident Insurance • Legal Services For additional details, please visit: https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/human-resources-management/employees/benefits