AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES SPECIALIST
Recruitment #24-002715-0001
Department | MSP - Support Services Bureau |
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Date Opened | 3/13/2024 12:27:00 PM |
Filing Deadline | 5/4/2024 11:59:00 PM |
Salary | $41,890.00 - $69,036.00/year |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
|
HR Analyst | Kirsten Clouse |
Work Location |
Charles
|
Introduction
It is important that all experience be fully documented. Failure
to ANSWER ALL
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS SPECIFICALLY AND ACCURATELY may
cause the candidate to be rejected.
PLEASE FILL OUT THE APPLICATION COMPLETELY.
➢ The application is part
of the examination process. Your answers will determine your eligibility to
participate in the next phase of the selection process.
➢ Clearly describe your
qualifications in detail. Credit cannot be given for education, training,
experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities that you fail to indicate.
➢ Do not leave any answer
spaces blank; if a question does not apply, write "N/A".
➢ Although you may attach a
resume to further describe your qualification, it does not substitute for
completing the application form. An incomplete application form may result in
disqualification. Do NOT write "see resume" in your work history or responses
to supplemental questions.
➢ Failure to comply with
these instructions may result in disqualification.
GRADE
ASTD11
LOCATION OF POSITION
Department of Maryland State
Police
Motor Vehicle Division
9500 Mitchell Road
Main Purpose of Job
The position
functions as a Police Pursuit Vehicle Specialist and is responsible for the
repair and maintenance of all Police Pursuit vehicles owned by the Maryland
State Police, State Fire Marshal's Office and Vehicle Theft Prevention Council.
This position maintains vehicles which will at any given time; have to exceed
twice the posted speed limit, in all weather and road conditions. Tis position
ensures the safe and reliable operating condition of all Police Pursuit
vehicles. The safety of the Trooper as well as the motoring public traveling
the Maryland roadways is critical.
POSITION DUTIES
Replace, repair or rebuild components on MSP
vehicles and schedule preventative maintenance.
Diagnose and repair mechanical/electrical
malfunctions. Properly install, repair or replace electrical police equipment
such as emergency lights, sirens and shotgun racks within time limits.
Road test vehicles to insure the safe
operating condition.
Perform minor welding work, cutting torch
work and operate a drill press.
Operate all computer scan tools, to diagnose
repairs.
Prepare necessary paperwork on completed
repairs.
Other duties as assigned by supervisory or
Command personnel.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Completion of the
eighth grade.
Experience: Three years of
experience servicing, maintaining and repairing motor vehicles or equipment,
one year of which must have involved responsibility for performing major
automotive repair work.
Notes:
1. Graduation from
an accredited vocational/technical high school with a major in automotive
mechanics, or a related field, may be substituted for up to three years of the
required experience.
2. Candidates may
substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned
officer in Mechanic classifications or Automotive Maintenance Technician
and Vehicle Maintenance specialty codes in the Mechanic or Maintenance
field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred Qualifications:
1) Three years’ experience repairing and maintaining all aspects of
an automobile.
2) Current or previous experience completing major repairs to
engines, brakes, suspension and electrical systems.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
Employees in this classification may be assigned
duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such
duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in
the State of Maryland.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Employees in this classification are subject
to random substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland
Regulation 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.
In accordance with Section 2-204 (b) (6) of
the Public Safety Article, candidates will be subject to an initial drug
screening, a physical examination and a complete criminal background
investigation to include a polygraph examination before permanent appointment
can be made. A criminal conviction may be grounds for rejection of the
candidate.
SELECTION PROCESS
Only candidates who meet the minimum
qualifications will be considered for this classification. Therefore, it is essential
that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.
Successful candidates will be placed on the employment Eligible List
categorized as BEST QUALIFIED, BETTER QUALIFIED and QUALIFIED and remain
eligible for consideration for at least one year from the date of examination.
The list will be used by the hiring manager to select employees.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
The examination will consist of a rating of
your education, training and experience related to the requirements of the
position. You may be required to complete a qualifications supplement, or the
rating may be based on your application. Report all experience and education
that is related to this position. Applicants may be given a physical
examination and will be subject to an interview, background investigation,
polygraph examination and substance abuse testing.
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: Currently, applicants are limited to
uploading one file. As a result, it is strongly urged that those applying
upload ALL required and additional documents (undergraduate and graduate
transcripts, resumes, etc.) as one file. If you are unable to apply online, you
may submit an application via mail. The Maryland State Application Form can be
found online.
Completed applications, required
documentation and any required addendums may be mailed to:
Maryland State Police
Human Resources Division
1201 Reisterstown Road
Pikesville, MD 21208
ATTN: Kirsten M. Clouse
*If you have any questions about this recruitment, please contact
the Maryland State Police at 410-653-4349.
*TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay.
*We thank our Veterans for their service to our country and
encourage them to apply.
*As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to
recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the
State’s diversity.
*Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.
It is the policy of the Maryland State Police
to comply with all applicable federal and state laws prohibiting employment
discrimination and to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and
applicants for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, gender,
identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or
physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, belief or
opinion, sex, sexual orientation or any other protected status.
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