ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER II

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.

➢ Read the Job Announcement carefully for specific filing instructions, supplemental questions, and final filing dates.

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Department of Maryland State Police

Licensing Division

1111 Reisterstown Road

Pikesville, MD 21208

The main purpose of this position is to conduct background investigations of applicants for professional license, wear and carry handgun permit, and employment applicants which have been filed with the Maryland State Police; conduct investigations of complaints lodged with the Licensing Division; perform internal investigations involving sworn and civilian members of Licensing Division; and conduct compliance inspections of gun dealers, security guard agencies and other agencies.

Performs criminal checks of applicants for violations through the FBI NCIC (National Crime Information Center), CJIS (Criminal Justice Information Center) and Motor Vehicle Administration’s databases in accordance with their respective established policies;

 Schedules appointments to interview applicants for licenses/permits;

Interviews applicants, in person, to verify data from application, such as correct name, address, phone number, criminal convictions, purpose of license etc.;

Monitors applicant’s behavior during interview for acceptable/unacceptable character traits;

Obtains an explanation from applicant of any violations reported or not reported to police;

Obtains character reference information from family, co-workers, acquaintances;

Verifies applicant’s employment record;

If applicant is previously from out of state, check former state’s records;

Adheres to guideline established by the Maryland Police Training Commission;

Investigate any indications of a possible propensity for violence or any criminal activity identified during the background investigation. This includes all charges, regardless of jurisdiction, charging method or whether the charges were sustained, dropped or expunged. Any issues and charges identified are discussed with the applicant during their interview, and the applicant's explanation is documented in the investigation report. Determines if further investigation is warranted to substantiate or refute the applicant's explanations. All details regarding these issues are described in the investigation report.

Investigate information identified during the background investigation, which questions the moral character of the applicant. This includes issues identified through reference interviews, applicant interviews, criminal records, employment records, business records, or any other method. Issues identified are discussed with the applicant during their interview, and the applicant's explanation is documented in the investigation report. Al details regarding these issues are described in the investigation report.

Indicate whether deception from the applicant was indicated, which should be supported by factual information detailed in the investigation
report.

Identify law enforcement experience of applicants, regardless of whether the experience is a requirement for approval of their license or permit request. Police experience should be verified by documentation and verbal verification, to determine the applicant's standing with the Department. Potential law enforcement employment history, which might be detrimental to the applicant's character, must be investigated and documented in the background investigation report.

Investigate handgun permit applicants to determine if they meet the requirements for issuance of a permit, as mandated under Title 5, Subtitle 306, of the Maryland Public Safety Article. Determinations whether the applicant meets the requirements will be made in accordance with policy outlined in SOP 29-15-007 regarding the processing of handgun permits.

Conduct Recheck record checks for permit holders, as identified by the Licensing Portal. Identify any prohibitors or charges filed since the issuance of the permit and determine if they warrant revocation of the permit individually, or combined with past offenses to reflect a possible propensity for violence or mental instability. Refer all possible revocations to Second Review for HPU review. Identify and clear any
Recheck applications that do not warrant any possible revocation.

Review completed reports for legibility, completeness and grammatical
errors before submission. Submit investigations prior to the due date, unless an extension is granted by the A.I.U. supervisor. Records information and forwards a written detailed report with recommendation to approve/disapprove license request to Commander, MSP Licensing Division;

Conducts audits of private detective and security guard agencies and
personnel licensed or registered by the MSP Licensing Division;

Performs on-site inspections of employees' records, customers' records,
employees' uniforms, companies' vehicles, companies' license(s) and
employees' certifications and/or commissions;

Maintains a case control ledger of investigations and audits conducted;

Enters/edits original, renewal, transfer or duplicate applicant;

Responds to telephone inquiries, researches and traces information
regarding the issuance of licenses/permits and presents oral or written
responses;

Conducts and schedules firearm dealers' inspections, as mandated by law;
and

Perform other job-related duties, as requested.

Education:   Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: Two years of administrative staff or professional work.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university for one year of the required experience.

2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from a college or university for the required experience.

3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work that included regular use of independent judgment and analysis in applying and interpreting complex administrative plans, policies, rules or regulations or analysis of operational programs or procedures with recommendations for improvement on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualifications. It is important that you include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Three (3) years of experience working as a full-time law enforcement officer (certified police officer), experience in law enforcement function as a police dispatcher, civilian background investigator, etc.

2. Experience working at the Federal, State, County or local levels of Government.

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.

In accordance with Section 2-204(b)(6) of the Public Safety Article, Candidates for position in this classification will be subject to an initial drug screening 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.

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 Eligible List categorized as BEST QUALIFIED, BETTER QUALIFIED OR QUALIFIED and remain eligible for consideration for at least one (1) year from the date of examination. The list will be used by the hiring agency to select employees.  

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.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

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

Kirstenm.clouse@maryland.gov

*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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