POLICE OFFICER SERGEANT DGS

Positions are currently available at the following MD Capitol Police locations:

(Anne Arundel) – 29 St. Johns Street, Annapolis, MD

(Baltimore City) – 301 W. Preston Street, Baltimore, MD

Duties for this position include but are not limited to:

- Shift Supervision: Overseeing police, building guards, and contract security, ensuring adherence to policies and procedures.

- Staffing and Scheduling: Creating and distributing bi-weekly post assignment schedules for fair coverage.

- Training and Instruction: Educating personnel on laws, regulations, and procedures.

- Law Enforcement: Making arrests, testifying in court, and supervising law enforcement efforts.

- Emergency Response: Directing and participating in emergency aid.

- Reporting and Documentation: Preparing statistical and special reports, reviewing police reports for accuracy.

- Performance Management: Conducting employee performance appraisals.

- General Mission Support: Performing other duties to support the agency's law enforcement and physical security mission for government properties.

Education:   Graduation from an accredited high school or high school equivalency certificate acceptable to the Maryland State Board of Education as described in the Police Training Commission regulation.

Experience: Three years of experience as a certified law enforcement officer.

Notes: 

1. The above educational requirement is set by the Maryland Police Training Commission in accordance with Public Safety Article, Section 3-207, Annotated Code of Maryland.

2. Candidates may substitute the possession of an Associate of Arts degree from an accredited college or university in law enforcement, criminology or related social sciences for one year of the required experience.

3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience at a rank of Corporal/Petty Officer or higher as a non-commissioned officer in Protective Service classifications or Law Enforcement specialty codes in the Military Police Officer field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.  

Strong preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding all qualifications.

- Excellent interpersonal and oral/written communication skills.

- Thorough understanding of agency policy and procedures.

- Ability to think under pressure and make sound decisions.

- Previous supervisory experience in a law enforcement capacity is preferred.

This recruitment is limited to current DGS-Maryland Capitol Police sworn employees who are not on probation.

1. Employees in this classification must possess a Police Officer certification as required by the Maryland Police Training Commission at the time of application.

2. Applicants for this classification, formerly certified by the Maryland Police Training Commission as a Police Officer within the past three years and are eligible for recertification at the time of appointment, meet the certification requirement for this classification.  The recertification criteria are listed in the Code of Maryland Regulations Title 12, Subtitle 04, Chapter 01, available at the Maryland Police Training Commission.

3. Employees in this classification may be required to possess or obtain a special police commission in accordance with Public Safety Article, Section 3-209, Annotated Code of Maryland.  

1.  Selection standards for Police Officer certification are established by the Maryland Police Training Commission in accordance with Public Safety Article, Section 3-207, Annotated Code of Maryland.  These selection criteria are listed in detail in the Code of Maryland Regulation Title 12, Subtitle 04, Chapter 01 and include the following:

- U.S. Citizenship

- Must be at least 21 years of age

- Satisfactory background investigation, including a check of criminal history

- Oral interview

- Physical examination

- Possession of a driver's license valid in the State of Maryland.

2. Employees in this classification are subject to call-in on a 24-hour basis and must provide a telephone number where they can be reached.

3. Employees in this classification may be required to bear firearms and to demonstrate practical knowledge and proficiency in the safe use and care of firearms on a periodic basis as required by the Maryland Police Training Commission.

4. Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.  

It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.  Please include all experience and education that is related to this position.  All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date; information submitted after the closing date will not be considered.  Credit is given for relevant part-time, temporary or volunteer experience based on the number of hours worked per week; you must include the time spent on such activities on your application.

Note that for any position requiring a college degree or college credit, you will be required to submit a college transcript prior to being offered a position.  You may submit your transcript as part of the application process.

The examination for this position will consist of a rating of your education, training and experience related to the requirements of the position.  Successful candidates will be placed on the employment eligibility list categorized as BEST QUALIFIED, BETTER QUALIFIED, or QUALIFIED.  The eligibility list will be valid for one year and may be extended.  The list will be used by the hiring authority to select employees for interviews.  Eligible lists may be used to fill future vacancies of the same classification.

Please note, selected candidates may be required to complete and successfully pass a State and Federal fingerprint background check prior to being hired.

You must be legally authorized under the United States Immigration Reform and Control Act to be hired in the position for which you apply.

The State of Maryland offers a generous benefits package that includes:

- Tuition reimbursement for those who qualify

- Flexible work schedules and telework opportunities for many positions

- Free mass transit in Baltimore & Annapolis

- Generous paid leave that increases with years of service

- Paid holidays

- Health coverage with low out-of-pocket costs

- Employee & employer contributory pension plan 

Click on the link below for more information.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

Contact tammy.vehstedt@maryland.gov or call 410-767-4986 with questions about this recruitment.  The on-line application process is STRONGLY preferred. Apply online at dgs.maryland.gov – click on Employment on the left side of the screen. If you are unable to submit your application online, please send your paper application to: Human Resources, Dept. of General Services, 301 W. Preston St., Suite 1311, Baltimore, MD  21201 by the closing date and time. TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.