POLICE OFFICER II
Recruitment #25-004126-0002
Department | DGS Maryland Capitol Police |
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Date Opened | 1/24/2025 12:30:00 PM |
Filing Deadline | 2/28/2025 11:59:00 PM |
Salary | $58,783 - $91,660/year (based on agency authority, qualifications and State salary rules) |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
|
HR Analyst | Tammy Vehstedt |
Work Location |
Anne Arundel
Baltimore City |
Introduction

The Maryland Department of General Services (DGS) supports State and local government agencies, as well as local non-profit organizations and the citizens of Maryland, by providing facilities management, real estate and surplus property services, as well as security and law enforcement for State buildings. DGS is also responsible for a full spectrum of facilities engineering, design and construction services, almost $1 billion in annual contract administration, and overseeing the State procurement process. Here at DGS, we truly Do Great Service… Consider joining our team!
GRADE
LOCATION OF POSITION
Several positions are available in Baltimore City and Annapolis (Anne Arundel County), Maryland.
Main Purpose of Job
A Police Officer II is responsible for enforcing laws, rules, and
regulations to ensure the safety and protection of personnel and State
property. Police Officers in this classification do not have supervisory
responsibility and will receive general supervision from a Police Officer
Sergeant. Employees may be assigned to day, evening, night or rotating shifts,
which may include holidays and weekends.
Employees in this classification are considered Emergency Essential
personnel and must be willing and available for duty at all hours; employees
may be required to remain or report for duty at such hours as needed to
maintain the continuous operation of this agency. If you are the selected
candidate for this position, you will be required to complete a Pre-Employment
Physical and substance abuse screening, which will assess your ability to
safely perform the essential functions of this position.
POSITION DUTIES
Duties for the Police Officer II position include, but are not limited
to:
- Enforce laws, rules, and regulations governing the protection of
personnel and State property.
- Direct vehicular traffic, enforce parking regulations, investigate accidents,
and issue warnings and citations.
- Prepare clear, concise, and accurate incident reports in accordance with
agency directives and standard operating procedures.
- Investigate criminal acts to resolve and/or prosecute criminal
activity.
- Make arrests and testify in court.
- Render emergency and/or first aid to sick or injured persons. Stabilize
injured persons prior to ambulance response.
- Respond to disturbances, emergencies, suspicious persons, and
suspicious activities.
- Other functions may be required that enable this agency to fulfill
its overall governmental mission to provide law enforcement and physical
security to the Department of General Services owned and managed properties.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or high school equivalency certificate acceptable to the Maryland State Board of Education as described in the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission regulation.
Experience: Six months of experience as a certified law enforcement officer.
Notes:
1. The above educational requirement is set by the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission in accordance with the Public Safety Article, Section 3-207, Annotated Code of Maryland.
2. 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.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Strong preference will be given to applicants who possess the following
preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information regarding
all qualifications in your application..
- At least two (2) years of experience as a Certified Law Enforcement Officer in Maryland.
LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
1. Candidates for positions in this classification must possess a Police Officer certification as required by the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission at the time of application.
2. Applicants for this classification, formerly certified by the Maryland Police and Correctional 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 12.04.01.07, available at the Maryland Police and Correctional 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.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Selection standards for Police Officer certification are established by theMaryland Police and Correctional 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 Regulations 12.04.01.04 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 and, therefore, will be required to provide the employer with a phone 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 and Correctional Training Commission.
4. Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing inaccordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.
SELECTION PROCESS
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.
As part of the application process, you will be asked to provide the
names and contact information for 3-5 personal and 1-2 professional references.
Please make sure you have this information available before starting 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, which 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.
If an applicant meets the minimum requirements to be considered for the
position, they will be scheduled to complete a physical fitness agility test
designed to assess the applicant’s fitness level.
Selected candidates will be subject to a comprehensive background
investigation to include truth verification device testing (polygraph), drug
screening, and an oral interview.
Candidates who successfully complete the background investigation will be
required to successfully complete a pre-employment physical and psychological
examination as part of the final pre-employment process 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.
BENEFITS
The State of Maryland offers a generous benefits package that includes:
- Tuition reimbursement for those who qualify
- 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.
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Contact tammy.vehstedt@maryland.gov or
call 410-767-4986 with questions about this recruitment. The online
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 reflect the State’s diversity. People
with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank
our Veterans for their service to our country.
Click on a link below to apply for this position:
Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. | Apply Online |
View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. | This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here. |
Apply via Paper Application. | You may also download and complete the Paper Application here. |