SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Work in this position consists of the enforcement of City, County and State laws and ordinances, routine patrol assignments in a designated area, traffic control and preliminary investigation of complaints and accidents. The employee in this position must display maturity and discipline in handling emergency and crisis situation. The employee must be able to exercise good judgment and tact in dealing with the public. Work in this position involves an element of danger requiring the employee to be constantly aware of changing situations and to be adaptable to these changes. Work is performed on a rotating shift schedule under the direct supervision of a Police Sergeant.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Possession of a High School diploma from an accredited school or a GED certificate recognized by the state of Maryland. Must possess a valid Real ID Maryland Class C Driver’s license, or a comparable license issued by the employee’s state of residence, and a proven safe driving record.  Ability to understand complex written and oral instructions, adapt to changing situations, work under pressure and perform duties of the position under varying weather conditions including long hours without relief under emergency situations.  Must possess or be able to attain the following certification in the National Incident Command System (ICS) within six months of employment: ICS-100, ICS-700. Ability to operate a personal computer.  Ability to learn and apply other office software and automated office procedures.  Must be 21 years of age or older, no record of a felony conviction and vision correctable to 20/20. EOE/ADA

Must be able to pass a written examination,

Physical agility test, oral review board, polygraph,

Physical examination, including a drug screen, psychological evaluation, and a complete background investigation.

MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF FULL COVID-19 VACCINATION PRIOR TO YOUR START DATE