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JOIN OUR TEAM LATERAL POLICE OFFICERS UP TO $76,058 STARTING SALARY APPLY NOW This post is for current Police Officers with MPCTC Certification. This post is not for Recruits. Starting pay ranges from $65,021 to $76,058 based on previous years of service. The City of Aberdeen is accepting applications for experienced Police Officers with MPCTC certification. In-state and out-of-state applicants accepted. If you think you are ready to be a part of an exciting team, then we encourage you to continue with this applicant-friendly, online job application! The City of Aberdeen is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. Applicants will be notified to confirm selection process dates and times. Applicants must pass each step in the process before proceeding to the next step. Candidates who do not pass each step may reapply after one year, if there is an open position. Candidates who pass each step in the process, but are not selected, will be placed on a 1-year eligibility list for future positions. Expected duration of the Selection Process is three (3) weeks to two (2) months from the date of the successful applicant's first test/examination. Candidates must successfully complete the required training and probationary period and must pass a background investigation, polygraph examination, physical examination, and emotional and psychological fitness examination. As well as meeting the following requirements: A citizen of the United States High school diploma or GED equivalent A valid Maryland State driver's license Responsible for protecting citizens and property. Patrols assigned areas, responds to calls, enforces laws, makes arrests, issues citations, and occasionally testifies in court cases. Police Officers may be required to work overtime as necessary with little or no notice; must be able to adapt to changes in working conditions such as schedules (nights, weekends, and holidays), changing shift configurations, and variables of weather; may be required to use deadly force; and must be able to safely perform the duties of the position without posing a threat to the health and safety of themselves or others. Candidates must be of good moral character and emotionally stable. Responsibilities Collects, preserves, and processes evidence; performs searches; detains suspicious vehicles and persons; arrests when probable cause exists; and searches, restrains, transports, guards, and processes people Interacts with citizens while on patrol; establishes rapport and good relations to foster law enforcement objectives. Enforces traffic laws and parking regulation; investigates accidents and, as required, renders first aid to victims. Corrects hazardous situations as appropriate. Conducts investigations by obtaining information by interviewing witnesses; gathering and preserving evidence; performing arrests as appropriate. Identifies community problems and possible solutions by attending community meetings or by other appropriate means. Ensures reports, warrant applications, and other legal documents are prepared accurately and on time. Performs other duties as assigned Testifies in court, as required. Maintains a positive, professional attitude and appearance at all times when performing any official duty, to reflect positively on the Officer, the Department and the public in general. Qualifications Must be at least 21 years old Must be a citizen of the United States and a resident of this state High school diploma or GED equivalent. Must be certified by MPCTC as a Police Officer in good standing. Must be able to pass a background investigation, polygraph examination, physical examination, and emotional and psychological fitness examination Valid Maryland state driver's license or ability to obtain Maryland state driver's license. Excellent communication, customer service, and problem solving skills, including the ability to maintain composure under stress Strong organization skills, able to multi-task, and can manage time to meet frequently changing deadlines in a fast-paced environment Professional appearance and demeanor Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Border Patrol Agent (BPA) - Experienced (GL-9 GS-11) NEW RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION INCENTIVES! Check out these higher-salaried federal law enforcement opportunities with the U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Your current or prior law enforcement experience may qualify you for this career opportunity with the nation's premier federal agency charged with securing our borders and protecting our country. You may qualify for these higher-graded Border Patrol Agent (BPA) employment opportunities if you have current or prior law enforcement experience. This experience could have been gained as part of a military police assignment or as a member of a state or local law enforcement organization. Look at the duties and responsibilities section below to see if you are interested in these federal law enforcement opportunities and review the qualifications section below to see if you are qualified. DON'T FORGET TO CHECK OUT THE INCENTIVES - SEE SALARY SECTION BELOW IMPORTANT NOTICE: Duty assignments available at the time of offer may include the Southwest Border, including prioritized locations. U.S. Border Patrol determines duty assignments at the time of offer based on operational needs, which may or may not align with candidates' first-choice preferences. Relocation may be required. The U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) offers those interested in a career in law enforcement an opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission of protecting America. If you seek an exciting and rewarding job that provides excellent pay and exceptional federal benefits, now is the time to make your move. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring immediately for these full-time, career Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) opportunities. Salary and Benefits: Salary for newly appointed law enforcement Border Patrol Agents varies from: Base Salary: GL-9/GS-11 $63,148 - $120,145 per year Locality Pay: Varies by duty location. Overtime Pay: Up to 25% Duty location impacts pay rates; locality pay for federal law enforcement is higher in some locations than others. A fully trained BPA may be eligible for up to an additional 25% of base pay per the BPA Pay Reform Act of 2014. This is a career ladder position with a grade level progression from GL-9 to GS-11 to GS-12. You will be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level (without re-applying) once you successfully complete 52 weeks in the lower grade level. All Border Patrol Agents may select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health and insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan that is similar to traditional and ROTH 401(k) offerings. *Recruitment Incentive* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents (as defined in 5 CFR 575.102) will be offered up to a $20,000 incentive. The first $10,000 will be paid upon successful completion of the Border Patrol Academy, with the remaining $10,000 awarded for accepting a prioritized location. Prioritized locations include Sierra Blanca, TX; Presidio, TX; Sanderson, TX; Comstock, TX; Lordsburg, NM; Freer, TX; Hebbronville, TX; Ajo, AZ. *Retention Incentive* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents may also qualify for up to $40,000 in additional incentives distributed over their first four years. Duties and Responsibilities: As a BPA, you will be part of our 60,000+ workforce that strives to protect the American people by safeguarding our borders, deterring illicit activity, and enhancing the nation's economic prosperity. Being a BPA makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession. Typical assignments include: · Detecting and questioning people suspected of violating immigration and customs laws and inspecting documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations. · Preventing and apprehending aliens and smugglers of aliens at or near the borders by maintaining surveillance from covert positions to include using infrared scopes during night operations. · Interpreting and following tracks, marks, and other physical evidence of illegal entry of persons or contraband. · Performing farm checks, building checks, traffic checks, city patrols, and transportation checks. · Patrolling the international boundary and coastal waterways using a variety of government assets such as vehicles, horses, vessels, watercraft, off-road vehicles, ATVs, snowmobiles, and motorcycles for the accomplishment of the USBP Mission. Qualifications: GL-9: You qualify for the GL-9 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience, equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as: · Performing physical searches of detained individuals, their vehicles, and their immediate surroundings for weapons, contraband, currency, and other evidence. · Apprehending, physically restraining, or working with law enforcement officials to identify or apprehend violators of state, federal, or immigration laws. · Proficient in the use of firearms, preparing investigative reports, serving court orders (e.g., warrants, subpoenas, etc.), and gathering evidence for criminal cases prosecuted through the court system. If you have previous or current law enforcement or military law enforcement experience, you may qualify at the GS-11 grade level. GS-11: You qualify for the GS-11 grade level if you possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, with the authority granted by the state or government to enforce laws, make arrests, and investigate crimes, performing primary duties in an official law enforcement capacity such as: · Utilizing intelligence information to track illegal operations, criminal activity, threats to our nation, and/or contraband while serving as a state, federal, or military law enforcement official. · Leading investigations of fraud, contraband, criminal activity, threats to our nation, and/or illegal operations to determine sources and patterns while serving as a state, federal, or military law enforcement official. · Apprehending violators of state, federal, or immigration laws by utilizing various forms of complex technology that include surveillance, detection, situation awareness systems, and/or communications equipment. The above experience will be applied in connection with the following: Make arrests and exercise sound judgment in the use of firearms; deal effectively with people in a courteous manner in connection with law enforcement matters; analyze information rapidly and make prompt decisions; or develop and maintain contact with a network of informants. There are no education substitutions for the GL-9 or GS-11 grade-level Border Patrol Agent opportunities. Other Requirements: Citizenship: You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position. Residency: You must have had primary U.S. residency (including protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years. Age Restriction: In accordance with Public Law 100-238, this position is covered under law enforcement retirement provisions. Candidates must be referred for selection to the Border Patrol Agent position before reaching their 40th birthday in accordance with Department of Homeland Security Directive 251-03. The age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving or have previously served in a federal civilian law enforcement (non-military) position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d). Veterans' Preference: You may also be eligible for an excepted service Veterans' Recruitment Appointment (VRA). The age restriction does not apply if you are Veterans' Preference eligible. Formal Training: After you are hired, you will be detailed to the U.S. Border Patrol Academy in Artesia, New Mexico, for approximately six (6) months of intensive instruction in immigration and nationality laws, law enforcement, and USBP-specific operations, driver training, physical techniques, firearms, and other courses. Border Patrol work requires the ability to speak and read Spanish, as well as English. Border Patrol Agents will be provided training to become proficient in the Spanish language at the Academy. How to Apply: Click the Apply button on this site. You will be linked to the CBP Talent Network registration page. For Position of Interest, select Border Patrol Agent, and then complete the pre-screening questions. You'll then receive a link(s) to the BPA Job Opening Announcements (JOAs) on USAJOBS, the federal government's official employment site, to complete your application. Be certain to review ALL details of the job opportunity announcement and follow all instructions in the application process, including items (resume, transcripts, etc.) to submit. You will be evaluated based on your resume, supporting documents, and the BPA Entrance Exam. If you have questions about the application process, contact a recruiter through the U.S. Border Patrol page: careers.cbp.gov/s/usbp. NOTE: As a subscriber to the CBP Talent Network, you'll receive monthly emails with information about webinars, career expos, and future opportunities with CBP.

Job Title University Police Officer II Division Division of Finance & Administration Department Office of Police & Public Safety Work Status Full Time Position Category Staff FLSA Non-Exempt Pay Range Salary Range Pay Range 12 (starting at $72,801 / year) based on the Morgan State University FOP MOU Salary Step Scale Fund Source State Support Job Summary Job Duties Patrols designated areas by vehicle and foot to identify and report safety hazards; detect violations of laws and ordinances and identify wanted vehicles, persons and unusual conditions; maintains a visible present to deter crime; responds to calls for emergency service, evaluates the situation and determines appropriate course of action; performs crowd control; responds to emergency situations; conducts preliminary and follow-up investigations; collects, preserves, and processes evidence; conducts surveillance and serves warrants and summons; arrests, searches, restrains, transports, guards and processes violators; interacts with campus community and establishes rapport with the public; mediates disputes and provides advice on legal rights and processes; performs crisis medication with persons involved in domestic and civil disputes, suicide, or hostage situations; prepares and completes a variety of detailed reports and forms to support investigations; prepares cases; appears and testifies in court; assists in the training and directs the activities of law enforcement and other support personnel; participates as instructed in specialized unit activities such as: crime prevention, recertification instruction, criminal investigations or special events. Requested Minimum Qualifications The successful candidate must have a High School Diploma or GED. Satisfactory completion of a Maryland Police Training Commission recognized or approved by the Police Academy Training Program and successful completion of a Police Field Training program is required. Requirements Certification as a sworn Police Officer recognized by the Maryland Police Training Commission and a valid Maryland Non-commercial Class C or equivalent driver's license. Other Preferences for Consideration Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Responsible for performing specialized police work in protecting life and property, preventing violations, enforcing laws and regulations on College property apprehending violators, and reporting infractions of rules and regulations of the College. Minimum Qualifications EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE High School diploma, GED , or equivalent required. Must be certified by the Maryland Police & Correctional Training Commissions ( MPCTC ) or eligible for certification by receiving approval from MPCTC to complete the mandated 240 hours for compared compliance. To qualify for certification under comparative compliance, you must have completed a recognized law enforcement training academy consisting of 1104 hours of classroom instruction or have been a former certified police officer who has been absent from law enforcement for no more than three but less than five years. Because we are a dual certified agency, you must be eligible to receive the Special Police Commission and Maryland State Police ( MSP ) Handgun Permit through Maryland State Police after the background investigation. All certifications must be obtained within 1 year after being hired.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION The City of New Carrollton Police Department is seeking dedicated, community-focused individuals to join our team as Police Officers. We are currently accepting applications for entry-level candidates enrolled in a certified police academy, recently graduated, as well as experienced/lateral officers who are already certified and have previous law enforcement experience. This is an exciting opportunity to serve a diverse community, uphold public safety, and contribute to a culture of professionalism, integrity, and service excellence. Qualifications DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES Enforce local, state, and federal laws and ordinances. Respond to calls for service, emergencies, and incidents. Conduct investigations, interviews, and prepare detailed reports. Engage with community members to promote trust and safety. Patrol assigned areas by vehicle or on foot to deter and detect criminal activity. Participate in ongoing training and professional development. Testifies in motions hearings, court and other proceedings regarding arrests, reports taken, evidence recovered, and victims and others statements. Secures crime locations and detains witnesses to ensure evidence is not destroyed or contaminated. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Entry-Level Candidates: Must possess a High School Diploma or GED Must be at least 21 years of age Must possess a valid driver's license in good standing Must be currently enrolled in a Maryland Certified Police Academy or have recently graduated within the last year at the time of application Must successfully pass a background investigation, physical, and psychological screening Experienced/Lateral Candidates: Must possess a High School Diploma or GED Must be at least 21 years of age Must possess a valid driver's license in good standing Must possess a current certification from the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission (MPCTC) Requires six months experience as a police officer, conducting law enforcement duties or closely related experience Must successfully pass a background investigation, physical, and psychological screening COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS Competitive salary: $59,986 - $71,304, based on experience and certification Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance on day 1 Short-term & long-term disability insurance Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays Retirement and pension plans Uniform allowance and equipment provided Take Home Vehicle Program (for eligible officers) Recruitment/Retention Incentive $5,000 (paid over time) Strong leadership support Opportunities for career advancement, specialized assignments, and ongoing professional training HOW TO APPLY Interested candidates should submit an online application, a current résumé, and a copy of their MPCTC certification or confirmation of enrollment. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until all positions are filled. **All candidates considered for the position will be required to successfully pass a background investigation, physical, and psychological screening. **The City of New Carrollton is a Drug-Free Workplace. Pre-employment and random drug screenings are required to maintain a safe and drug-free work environment. ** The City of New Carrollton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as established by law. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. ** In accordance with the Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA), the City of New Carrollton does not require or request any applicant to take a lie detector test as a condition of employment. The use of lie detector tests is prohibited by federal law, except in limited circumstances as provided under the Act.

Welcome to the official site for employment opportunities at MICA. At MICA, we value diversity and empower our employees to use their talent in a variety of ways. We are pleased that you are interested in career opportunities offered at MICA. General Purpose: Ensures the safety of students, faculty, staff, visitors, facilities, and property of the College Major Role Functions: Excellent customer service with the ability to communicate effectively, in a business like courteous manner Maintains logs and records, conducts campus patrols, building/lobby security, handle emergency situations, understand/apply rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the college, Federal, State and local laws Position Responsibilities: Patrol areas of the campus, greet the public when they entering buildings, provide directions, assistance and escorts Provide safety and security for the campus Effectively receive/transmit radio communications, electronic messages and receive and relay information via landline phone Author incident and administrative reports in a complete, clear and concise manner. May be asked to conduct basic investigations Operate access control and safety systems of the building including the location of emergency exits, fire alarms, fire extinguishers, etc Understand and apply rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the college, Federal, State and local laws, while performing duties of the position Ability to adjust to fluctuating situations, and act quickly and intelligently in an emergency situation whether acting independently or in with other team members Maintains complete and accurate logs and records, conducts campus patrols, and building/lobby security Perform other related duties as assigned Minimum Requirement: High school diploma or equivalent plus one year of experience providing security services or experience working in a general customer focused role Attention to detail and accuracy with names, numbers and codes Ability to communicate effectively, in a business like courteous manner Ability to take and follow: directions, deployment plans and action plans Basic computer skills, capable of learning to operate new technology and software Ability work in physically demanding conditions, under stressful, fatiguing, fast-paced environment Preferred: Associate's degree in Criminal Justice or 1 year of experience in a law enforcement setting Certification in CPR and First Aid, including Basic Life Support. (must obtain within 90 days of hire) Graduate of a 4 week or longer Maryland Police Training Commission Police Training program Experience with emergency situations that require ability to stay calm, exercise sound judgment, and act quickly, when necessary Previous experience working with a two way radio or similar devices Conditions of Employment: Candidate must successfully complete a full background check No criminal record that would restrict access to criminal justice information Successfully complete an entrance level physical agility test and pass an annual physical fitness test Must maintain a telephone contact number and a valid Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record Able to work in an on-call work status. Be required to work varied shifts including weekends, nights, and/or holidays This position is an “essential personnel,” meaning the attendance for 24-hour emergency response availability, and presence for campus emergencies is mandatory Physical Demands and Work Environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk; ride a bike, operate a Segway, sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Work environment: While performing the duties of the job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment ranges from minimal to moderate. Required training: Handbook orientation, Anti-Harassment, Hazard Communication, Emergency Plans & Fire Prevention, Crime Prevention, Patrol Tactics, Emergency Response, Personal Protection Equipment. (additional training may be added, SEE: EHS Manager training schedule) Maryland Institute College of Art is committed to its policy of providing equal opportunity regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or veteran status (disabled, Vietnam-era, or otherwise). Furthermore, the College does not tolerate any form of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment or sexual violence. This policy applies to all programs, facilities, and activities provided by Maryland Institute College of Art, including but not limited to admission, educational programs, and employment. Applicants must apply online for each job in which they are interested. You will not be considered for any job for which you have not specifically applied. We do not accept applications via email, U.S. mail, or fax. Successful candidates for any staff or faculty positions will be subject to a pre-employment background check. MICA provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact Human Resources at ************.

Apply Police Officer (Private - Retired US Federal Service) Up to 70K Recruitment Incentive Department of the Interior National Park Service United States Park Police Apply Print Share * * * * Save * This job is open to * Requirements * How you will be evaluated * Required documents * How to apply Summary The United States Park Police is the law enforcement arm of the Department of the Interior and the National Park Service tasked with investigating and apprehending criminal actors. The agency is committed to deploying precision-based enforcement, intelligence-led operations, and rapid response capabilities to address emerging threats to the homeland. Hiring bonuses may be available for up to $70K over 4 years. This is a TERM position Summary The United States Park Police is the law enforcement arm of the Department of the Interior and the National Park Service tasked with investigating and apprehending criminal actors. The agency is committed to deploying precision-based enforcement, intelligence-led operations, and rapid response capabilities to address emerging threats to the homeland. Hiring bonuses may be available for up to $70K over 4 years. This is a TERM position Overview Help Accepting applications Open & closing dates 01/01/2026 to 03/31/2026 Salary $73,177 to - $131,716 per year Pay scale & grade SP 1 Location Many vacancies in the following location: Washington, DC Remote job No Telework eligible No Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Term Work schedule Full-time Service Competitive Promotion potential None Job family (Series) * 0083 Police Supervisory status No Security clearance Secret Drug test Yes Position sensitivity and risk Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk Trust determination process * Credentialing * Suitability/Fitness Financial disclosure No Bargaining unit status Yes Announcement number WO-1614-USPP-26-12848928-DE Control number 853429000 This job is open to Help The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL) Federal employees whose job, agency or department was eliminated and are eligible for priority over other applicants. Clarification from the agency Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL) The public Videos Duties Help This is a term position (more than 1 year) with an initial appointment expecting to last at least 13 months but may be extended up to a total of four years. Term positions do not convey permanent status in the Federal service. The major duties of the Police Officer include, but are not limited to, the following: * Safeguarding the National Park Service icons and symbols of democracy as well as other parks and jurisdictional areas around the Washington Metropolitan Area. * Prevent, detect, and investigate criminal activity. Pursue and ensure criminal actors are apprehended. * Cooperate with and assist members of the Force, as well as other law enforcement agencies. United States Park Police officers are expected to regularly work with state, local and federal partners to enhance safety and reduce crime. Specialty Units are available to officers depending on competitive selection process and completion of training. The United States Park Police offers the following full-time specialized units with enhanced technician pay. * Motorcycle Unit * Aviation Unit * Special Weapons and Tactics (S.W.A.T.) * K-9 Unit * Marine Patrol Unit * Major Crimes Unit * Crime Scene Identification Unit- * Narcotics and Vice Unit * Traffic Safety Unit * Horse Mounted Patrol * Intelligence and Counterterrorism Branch * Physical Security/ Icon Protection Unit * Multi-Agency Task Force positions * Dignitary Protection Requirements Help Conditions of employment * U.S. Citizenship required. * Meet Selective Service Registration Act requirement for males * Selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Electronics Funds Transfer Program. * High School Graduate or earned General Education Development (GED) * Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication. Achieve and maintain a "Secret" level security clearance. * You will be required to submit to a drug test and receive a negative drug test result prior to appointment * You will be required to pass a pre-employment medical exam. Must meet vision requirements (For distance, corrected 20/20 or better binocularly with at least 20/40 in each eye. Uncorrected distant visual acuity should be 20/100 or better binocularly. For colorblindness: Applicant must be able to pass the Test for Color Deficiency.) * If you are a new employee or supervisor in the Federal government, you will be required to complete a one-year probationary period. * A valid driver's license (Real ID) is required at the time of application. * Must be able to legally possess firearms. You will be required to maintain firearms proficiency. Must not have any Felony Convictions; Must not have any current, pending criminal charges. Must not have any convictions of Domestic Violence * Multiple misdemeanor conviction's may also be subject to disqualification * Meet the age requirements outlined above. * Applicants must be retired on or before the opening date of this announcement. * Continued Condition of Employment For Probationary Period - See Additional Information Qualifications All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement-03/31/2026-unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement. Credit will be given for all appropriate qualifying experience. To receive credit for experience, your resume MUST clearly indicate the nature of the duties and responsibilities for each position, starting and ending dates of employment (month/year), and the resume must reflect full and/or part-time or total number of hours worked (i.e., work 40+ hours a week, rather than indicating full-time). If part-time, the hours must be annotated to be able to pro-rate the amount of qualified specialized experience. Resumes must not exceed two single-sided pages and resumes longer than two pages will not be accepted. The minimum font size is 10-point for all body text. Headers may be slightly larger but must remain legible. All resumes must maintain a minimum 0.5-inch margins on all sides to ensure readability and prevent excessive content compression. Including supplemental pages or attachments disguised as resume extensions are prohibited and will not be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications For periods of time that reflect military service, the DD-214 or Statement of Service is sufficient to meet the full and/or part-time hours requirement as the service dates will be reflected. Applicants must have reached their 21st birthday, but not have reached their 37th birthday by the date of entry of this position. These positions are covered by the special retirement provisions for Federal Law Enforcement officers and have a mandatory retirement age of 57. Two exceptions are allowed:1. An applicant has prior Federal service in a primary covered position sufficient to complete 20 years of service on or before the mandatory retirement age of 57; or 2. An applicant is a qualified veterans' preference eligible, in which case the minimum eligibility age is waived and their corresponding retirement age may be higher than 57 after completing 20 years of service. You must submit proof of your status in the Law Enforcement retirement system.To qualify for this position at the SP-01 grade level, you must possess all of the following minimum qualifications by close of the announcement: EXPERIENCE: You must have at least one year of progressively responsible experience that demonstrates the ability to learn and apply detailed and complex regulations and procedures that involve making sound judgment based on the application of directions, regulations, or laws. Examples of qualifying examples include, but are not limited to: Work on a police force, service as a military police officer, specialized military experience, security guards, physical security, visitor protection and law enforcement in parks, forest, or other natural resources or recreational environments, and/or criminal investigations; qualifying experience not immediately related to law enforcement may include, but is not limited to supervisory/managerial experience or personal work related experience that demonstrates the ability to independently manage critical tasks. * OR-EDUCATION: Successful completion of 60 credits hours/2 years of higher education. You must include transcripts. * OR- Successful completion of a COMBINATION of education and experience as described above. You must include transcripts. Volunteer Experience: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education To qualify based on education, you must submit a legible copy of transcripts from an accredited institution with your name, school name, credit hours, course level, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking. Transcripts do not need to be official, but if you are selected for this position and you used your education to qualify, you must provide official transcripts before you begin work. If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet qualification requirements, you must show that your education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. Additional information A selectee receiving a first appointment to the Federal Government (Civil Service) is entitled only to the lowest step of the grade for which selected. The display of a salary range on this vacancy shall not be construed as granting an entitlement to a higher rate of pay.Dual Compensation Off-Set Waiver for Police Officers Approved for Rehires: This announcement is being used to recruit CSRS and FERS annuitants on a limited basis with a waiver of salary offset (if a dual compensation waiver is requested) under certain specified circumstances not to exceed 4 years excluding annuitants with early voluntary and buyout retirements. This announcement may be used to fill additional positions if identical vacancies occur within 90 days of the issue date of the referral certificate. Physical Demands: The physical demands of this position require that all candidates pass an extensive physical examination, take a physical performance test, and meet the age requirements promulgated under the authority of 5 U.S.C. 3307. The incumbent must possess the psychomotor skills required to drive a vehicle in normal and emergency situations; fire a weapon accurately under extremely varied conditions; maintain agility, endurance and strength; and show dexterity in self-defense and apprehension (e.g. safely taking a person into custody with a minimum of force). Working Conditions: The incumbent will be expected to work alone in areas where there is a probability that a person may be armed while attempting to commit a crime, and in an attempt to evade arrest, the situation may lead to an assault on the officer. The incumbent will be expected to work independently in an arduous duty position in situations where there is inherit risks of injury while fulfilling the essential functions of their position. Continued Condition of Employment For Probationary Period: As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest will be evaluated. This probationary period is an extension of the appointment process and therefore requires the agency to determine if continued employment would advance the public interest, meet the organization goals and mission of the agency, and/or otherwise promote the efficiency of the service. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, the agency will consider: * your performance and conduct; * the needs and interests of the agency; * whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and * whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Under applicable law, the employment of an individual serving a probationary or trial period automatically terminates when that period ends unless the agency affirmatively certifies, in writing, that the individual's employment should continue and that their appointment should be finalized. In the absence of agency action to affirmatively certify continued employment beyond the probationary or trial period, such appointments are terminated. Upon completion of your probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Expand Hide additional information Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits. Benefit Information: Working for the U.S. Park Police offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health insurance benefits, premium pay, and eligibility for retirement with 20 years of service at age 50, or 25 years of service at any age. * Sick Leave - Employees earn 104 hours of sick leave per year that accrues without limit. 12 weeks of paid parental leave is also granted to eligible employees. * Annual Leave - Employees earn annual leave at the following rates: 13 days per year for the first three years of service, 20 days after three years of service, and 26 days every year after 15 years of service. Employees may carry over a maximum of 240 hours of annual leave from one calendar year to the next; * Overtime - Officers working overtime are eligible to earn monetary pay or compensatory time at a rate of 1.5 times their derived hourly pay; * Premium Pay - Officers working the hours between 6:00 PM and 6:00 AM are eligible to earn Night Differential at a rate of 10% of their derived hourly pay. Sunday premium is earned at a rate of 25% of their derived hourly pay; * Retirement - The Federal Law Enforcement Retirement System offered by the United States Park Police is a special variant of the Federal Employee Retirement System (FERS) offered to most U.S. government employees. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. How you will be evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications listed in this vacancy announcement. Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, supporting documents), the responses you provide on the application questionnaire, and the result of the additional assessments required for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully; errors or omissions can affect your rating. After determination of your minimum qualifications, you may be selected to continue with the following assessment process: Phase I WRITTEN EXAMINATION- Applicants must successfully pass a written examination online. Applicants must score 70% or better on the written examination to continue in the hiring process. * Applicants requiring special testing accommodations must indicate so at the time of testing scheduling to ensure that the test facilitators have ample time to accommodate such requests PHYSICAL READINESS TEST (PRT) - Applicants must perform hand release push-ups, an agility run, as well as a 1.5-mile run. Applicants must pass each event with a 70% or better. MEDICAL REVIEW - Applicants must complete Medical Review form by a Certified Medical Physician of choice. Applicants that pass all assessments will be referred to the selecting official for consideration in selections for the Police Officer, SP-0083-01. Phase II FORMS SCREENING REVIEW and BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION PREPARATION * Applicants will be required to upload additional documents relevant to the background investigation process via a secure drop box. * Selected applicants will participate in a virtual interview with a USPP background investigator. During this process, the applicant shall provide any additional information requested by their investigator in a timely manner. Failure to do so may result in removal from the hiring process. PASS A QUALIFICATION REVIEW PANEL - The Qualification Review is a virtual interview conducted by a panel of Force officials. Applicants are evaluated on their responses to qualification and scenario questions. SELECTIONS FOR HIRE- Selected applicants will be subjected to a urinalysis/drug screening prior to being officially hired. The drug screening must be passed successfully. All information and documents submitted should be true, correct, and provided in good faith. Any information given may be investigated. False statements, deception or fraud in this application or its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process may result in fines or imprisonment (18 U.S.C. 1001) or removal and debarment from Federal service (5 CFR part 731). Please limit your resume to no more than 2 pages. If more than 2 pages are submitted, only the first 2 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. You can only submit one resume; Only the resume submitted under the "Resume" "Document Type" will be used to determine your qualifications and for rating purposes. Only one resume will be used to evaluate your qualifications. In the event you submit more than one resume, only the latest submission will be reviewed. Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits. Benefit Information: Working for the U.S. Park Police offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health insurance benefits, premium pay, and eligibility for retirement with 20 years of service at age 50, or 25 years of service at any age. * Sick Leave - Employees earn 104 hours of sick leave per year that accrues without limit. 12 weeks of paid parental leave is also granted to eligible employees. * Annual Leave - Employees earn annual leave at the following rates: 13 days per year for the first three years of service, 20 days after three years of service, and 26 days every year after 15 years of service. Employees may carry over a maximum of 240 hours of annual leave from one calendar year to the next; * Overtime - Officers working overtime are eligible to earn monetary pay or compensatory time at a rate of 1.5 times their derived hourly pay; * Premium Pay - Officers working the hours between 6:00 PM and 6:00 AM are eligible to earn Night Differential at a rate of 10% of their derived hourly pay. Sunday premium is earned at a rate of 25% of their derived hourly pay; * Retirement - The Federal Law Enforcement Retirement System offered by the United States Park Police is a special variant of the Federal Employee Retirement System (FERS) offered to most U.S. government employees. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. Required documents Required Documents Help The following documents are required and must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 03/31/2026: * Resume which includes a list of all significant jobs held and duties performed, dates specified in month and year format, and the resume must reflect full and/or part-time or total number of hours worked (i.e., work 40+ hours a week, rather than indicating full-time). If part-time, the hours must be annotated to be able to pro-rate the amount of qualified specialized experience. If military or civilian, please include your rank and/or grade. Please limit your resume to no more than 2 pages. If more than 2 pages are submitted, only the first 2 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. You can only submit one resume; Only the resume submitted under the "Resume" "Document Type" will be used to determine your qualifications and for rating purposes. Only one resume will be used to evaluate your qualifications. In the event you submit more than one resume, only the latest submission will be reviewed. * Complete All Required Assessments. * Other Supporting Documents, if applicable, such as: * Veterans Preference Documentation: * If you are a Discharged, Non-Disabled Veteran, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 showing character of discharge (Member 4 copy), or other Documentation of Service and Separation under Honorable Conditions, as listed on the SF15. If you don't have your DD-214, you may request it after discharge from the National Archives. * If you are a veteran within 120 days of discharge, you must submit signed documentation from the Armed Forces certifying: 1) your expected release/retirement from active duty, 2) under honorable conditions, 3) your pay grade/rank/rate at time of discharge, 4) dates of active duty service, 5) any campaign or expeditionary medals received, & 6) dated within 120 days of your separation. * If you are a Disabled Veteran, Purple Heart Recipient, or Mother or Spouse of a Disabled or Deceased Veteran, you must submit all additional proof required by the SF15, and if applicable, a completed SF15. You may request a copy of your Department of Veterans Affairs letter from ******************** or call ************** to establish proof of disability. * Documentation that you meet the Selective Placement Factors for this position. * College transcripts, if qualifying based on education. * Documentation for Interagency/Career Transition Assistance Plan consideration if you are a displaced Federal employee within the local commuting area. You must include: 1) Proof you are a displaced Federal employee, e.g., RIF Separation Notice, Notice of Proposed Removal, etc; 2) SF-50s (Notifications of Personnel Action) showing career/conditional tenure competitive status, promotion potential and duty location; and 3) your most recent performance appraisal. To exercise selection priority, displaced or surplus Federal employees must be rated well-qualified or above 80 on the rating criteria for this position. * Do not submit photographs with your application package. Documents with photographs may not be seen by hiring officials - you must remove your image from any badges, licenses, etc.Do not upload Adobe portfolio documents. Adobe portfolio documents are not viewable by our agency's staffing offices. * This is a term position (more than 1 year) with an initial appointment expecting to last at least 13 months but may be extended up to a total of four years, or more based on any changes to regulations governing the number of years term appointments may last, without further competition. Term positions do not convey permanent status in the Federal service. A Recruitment Incentive May Be Authorized for a newly selected employee when appointed to a permanent, temporary, or term position. A Federal employee who is transferring to the Department of the Interior from another Federal agency and who does not meet the conditions under 5 CFR §575.102 is not eligible for a recruitment incentive. If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating. How to Apply Help To apply for this position: You must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To receive consideration, the complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 03/31/2026. You must provide documentation to support your claim for each eligibility selected. Please review the required documentation listed in the eligibilities language to ensure you submit the appropriate information. Note: You will only be marked eligible for those eligibilities that you selected and provided the appropriate supporting documentation. WE DO NOT ACCEPT HARD-COPY OR E-MAIL APPLICATION PACKAGES. * Select Apply. If you are not logged in, you will be prompted to login or create an account. * Prompted to Start the Application Process by selecting "Start Application." * Click here for USAJobs Help with "How to create an application" * To PREVIEW the application questionnaire, select the following link: ******************************************************** * Select or add the resume you want to use for this application. Click here on how to build a resume in USAJOBS. * Select documents you want included in this application. * Review package to acknowledge your documents were reviewed. * Select if you want to include your demographic information. * After reading and certifying the application is true and submitted in good faith, select "Continue to Agency Site." * Follow onscreen prompts and instructions to complete your application. * Add the supporting documents by indexing your documents with the dropdown. * Upload any missing required documents or optional documents. * Review and Submit Application. * While logged in, you can check the status of your application by selecting "+" next to the job title for this position. * You can review or revise your application at any point during the open period of the announcement. * To update an application, you should log into your USAJOBS account and select "+" next to the job title for this position. Select "Update Application" for this job. * Note: When you click Update Application, you will be prompted to re-select your documents from USAJOBS. Documents submitted with the first application will no longer be associated with the applicant record. So it is important that you select all documents you want to use in the re-application. Please note, the eligibility section of the application process is designed to allow you to choose how you wish to be considered for this vacancy announcement. You will ONLY be considered for the appointment eligibilities that you select. You must provide the supporting documentation to support your claim. Please review the list of documentation provided in the eligibilities language to ensure you provide the appropriate information. You may choose more than one eligibility. Annuitants who are reemployed with a salary offset (dual compensation) waiver are eligible for: * Full annuity and full Federal salary. * Annual and sick leave (not applicable for an intermittent work schedule) * Full-time work schedules. * Receive overtime (on a full schedule). Overtime hours are counted towards maximum hour limitations. * New hires under this authority will be offered a non-status, not-to-exceed term appointment in the excepted service which may be extended based on the needs of the agency. Annuitants who are reemployed with a salary offset (dual compensation) waiver are NOT eligible for: * Additional retirement coverage (other than Social Security coverage). * TSP Contributions. Agency contact information Racheal Winebar Phone 0000000000 Email racheal_*************** Address United States Park Police 1100 Ohio Drive S.W. Washington, DC 20024 US Next steps Once the Occupational Questionnaire is received you will receive acknowledgement that your submission was successful. If you are among the most qualified candidates and your name is referred to the hiring official, you may be contacted directly for a possible interview. You will be notified of the status of your Application Package at the time candidates are referred for consideration, and when the selection process is complete. Upon submission of your application, you will receive an email acknowledging receipt of your application. Please be advised that your application will not be considered complete unless all the required documents have been received. Best qualified applicants will receive further instructions from the United States Park Police Applicant Processing team at, USPP_Officer_*******************. This is an open/continuous announcement. Fair and transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance. Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Financial suitability New employee probationary period Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy Selective Service Signature and false statements Social security number request Required Documents Help The following documents are required and must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 03/31/2026: * Resume which includes a list of all significant jobs held and duties performed, dates specified in month and year format, and the resume must reflect full and/or part-time or total number of hours worked (i.e., work 40+ hours a week, rather than indicating full-time). If part-time, the hours must be annotated to be able to pro-rate the amount of qualified specialized experience. If military or civilian, please include your rank and/or grade. Please limit your resume to no more than 2 pages. If more than 2 pages are submitted, only the first 2 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. You can only submit one resume; Only the resume submitted under the "Resume" "Document Type" will be used to determine your qualifications and for rating purposes. Only one resume will be used to evaluate your qualifications. In the event you submit more than one resume, only the latest submission will be reviewed. * Complete All Required Assessments. * Other Supporting Documents, if applicable, such as: * Veterans Preference Documentation: * If you are a Discharged, Non-Disabled Veteran, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 showing character of discharge (Member 4 copy), or other Documentation of Service and Separation under Honorable Conditions, as listed on the SF15. If you don't have your DD-214, you may request it after discharge from the National Archives. * If you are a veteran within 120 days of discharge, you must submit signed documentation from the Armed Forces certifying: 1) your expected release/retirement from active duty, 2) under honorable conditions, 3) your pay grade/rank/rate at time of discharge, 4) dates of active duty service, 5) any campaign or expeditionary medals received, & 6) dated within 120 days of your separation. * If you are a Disabled Veteran, Purple Heart Recipient, or Mother or Spouse of a Disabled or Deceased Veteran, you must submit all additional proof required by the SF15, and if applicable, a completed SF15. You may request a copy of your Department of Veterans Affairs letter from ******************** or call ************** to establish proof of disability. * Documentation that you meet the Selective Placement Factors for this position. * College transcripts, if qualifying based on education. * Documentation for Interagency/Career Transition Assistance Plan consideration if you are a displaced Federal employee within the local commuting area. You must include: 1) Proof you are a displaced Federal employee, e.g., RIF Separation Notice, Notice of Proposed Removal, etc; 2) SF-50s (Notifications of Personnel Action) showing career/conditional tenure competitive status, promotion potential and duty location; and 3) your most recent performance appraisal. To exercise selection priority, displaced or surplus Federal employees must be rated well-qualified or above 80 on the rating criteria for this position. * Do not submit photographs with your application package. Documents with photographs may not be seen by hiring officials - you must remove your image from any badges, licenses, etc.Do not upload Adobe portfolio documents. Adobe portfolio documents are not viewable by our agency's staffing offices. * This is a term position (more than 1 year) with an initial appointment expecting to last at least 13 months but may be extended up to a total of four years, or more based on any changes to regulations governing the number of years term appointments may last, without further competition. Term positions do not convey permanent status in the Federal service. A Recruitment Incentive May Be Authorized for a newly selected employee when appointed to a permanent, temporary, or term position. A Federal employee who is transferring to the Department of the Interior from another Federal agency and who does not meet the conditions under 5 CFR §575.102 is not eligible for a recruitment incentive. If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

**_JOHNS HOPKINS POLICE DEPARTMENT_** LATERAL POLICE OFFICER - Maryland and Non-Maryland Law Enforcement Officers **THIS JOB POSTING IS FOR CURRENT, RETIRED, OR PREVIOUSLY CERTIFIED POLICE OFFICERS ONLY.** **Mission** : _The Johns Hopkins Police Department is committed to the equitable delivery of police services that prioritizes the well-being of our students, staff, faculty, and guests. We build trust by engaging our community and partners as co-creators of the campus safety environment._ _We employ knowledgeable, service-focused professionals who embrace diversity and recognize that safety is a community effort._ Johns Hopkins University Police Department is seeking highly motivated individuals to serve as **_Police Officers._** We are accepting applications for lateral police candidates who possess two (2) years of experience as a certified law enforcement officer in a full-service law enforcement agency (Maryland or Out-of-State police agency). Applicants must be Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commissions (MPCTC) Certified - OR - meet Comparative Compliance Standards. Police Officers work in a team environment with integrity, professionalism, humanity, and courage to protect the lives and property of the Johns Hopkins community. Johns Hopkins Police Officers regularly engage with students, faculty, staff, and visitors in a variety of ways in order to provide services and information needed. Johns Hopkins Police Officers provide campus police services to the Homewood Campus, East Baltimore Campus, and Peabody Campus where officers will be assigned to work. They will ensure JHPD is a leader in the provision of responsive, quality and customer service-oriented policing. Responsibilities include ensuring community-oriented law enforcement services, patrols and crime prevention services to protect life and property, offering proactive support of student and staff initiatives, developing and maintaining a positive rapport with students, faculty, staff and members of the surrounding neighborhoods. Enforcing University policies and regulations, State laws and regulations. Works in partnership with other university staff. The Johns Hopkins Police Officer will lead through the lens of 21st century policing and ensure that they perform their duties in a manner that furthers public trust. Work will be supervised on a daily basis by a Sergeant. This position involves shift work and rotating days off. **Specific Duties and Responsibilities** + Represents the JHPD's vision, mission and values when interacting with university, community, advocacy groups, and coordinates JHPD resources and activities via direction from their supervision to address concerns about university and community issues. + Provides the full level of law enforcement work, enforcing laws, rules and regulations governing the safety and protection of individuals, building and property. Performs simple and complex problem-solving projects designed to enhance safety and prevent or reduce harm. + Ensures priorities and community policing strategies for the patrol area are properly implemented. Patrols designated areas by vehicle, bicycle and foot to identify and report safety hazards, detect prioritized violations of laws and ordinances, and identify wanted vehicles, persons, and unusual conditions. + Maintains a visible presence to serve as a positive resource and actively develop relationships with community stakeholders to successfully implement initiatives to deter crime. + Responds to calls for assistance and emergency service and takes appropriate action; de-escalates situations as reasonable and appropriate; engages other necessary levels of response to ensure safety of community. + Coordinates and cooperates with Campus Safety and Security Command Staff in the preliminary and follow-up investigations of complaints, reported criminal offenses, and disruptions. + Conducts the investigation of incidents reported on the shift. + Coordinates preliminary investigative activities at a crime scene or significant or unusual event until the arrival of an investigative entity. + Interacts with university community and establishes a rapport with the surrounding communities. + Directs traffic and assists with crowd control. + Provides the public with safety information and conducts community related public safety programs. + Participates as instructed in specialized unit activities such as crime prevention, recertification instruction, criminal investigations, or special events. + Inspects and maintains assigned equipment and clothing. Operates and utilizes various types of law enforcement equipment such as self-defense tools. + Performs or assists in collection and preservation of evidence. + Conducts or assists with serving warrants and summonses. + Prepares or assists with cases for court, including testifying in court when necessary. + Collaborates with local and state law enforcement agencies when needed. + Performs office duties such as answering telephones, dispatching, issuance of parking permits and providing general information. + Maintains visitor logs. + Performs related duties as assigned. **Minimum Qualifications:** + High School Diploma or GED. + Must be at least 20 ½ years of age. + Two years of service with a full-service law enforcement agency at the time of application. + Must have current MPCTC certification or have been MPCTC certified within the last two (2) years or- satisfy Comparative Compliance standards. Comparative Compliance Standards (for out-of-state applicants): + Minimum of 750 hours of acceptable entrance-level police academy training (not including firearms, field training, or in-service training) to meet COMAR and MPCTC requirements. + Must currently be in good standing with a full-service law enforcement agency or have retired in good standing within 2 years of application. + Comparative Compliance applicants must provide the academy curriculum that was completed with the total number of hours and provide a graduation certificate including successful completion of the academy. Conditions of Employment: Satisfactory completion of a Maryland Police Training Commission recognized or approved Police Academy Training program and successful completion of a Police Field Training program. Employees in this job class may be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing. Employees in this job classification will serve a one-year probationary period after successful completion of the Maryland Police Training Standards Commission (MPTSC) training academy, field training, and all other requirements as defined by MPTSC for certification and/or recertification as MARYLAND LAW ENFORCEMENT. OTHER: Certification as a sworn Police Officer recognized by the Maryland Police Training Commission or other state through the Comparative Compliance Training for lateral candidates. This is an abbreviated entrance-level program designed for previously certified Maryland police officers who have been separated from law enforcement between 3 and 5 years, and non-Maryland officers who completed an acceptable entrance-level academy in another state or through the federal government as approved by the Maryland Police Training Commission. OTHER: Clery act designated job as campus security authorities (CSA) member and will comply with Clery Act requirements. Requirements: + Must be a citizen of the United States or a permanent legal resident of the United States who: (i) Is an honorably discharged veteran of the United States Armed Forces; and (ii) Has submitted an application for United States citizenship that is pending approval; and (2) Submit documents to the hiring law enforcement agency that support a claim of: (a) Citizenship; or (b) Permanent legal residency and proof of a pending application for United States citizenship. **Applicant must provide official proof of separation from the military in good standing with an honorable discharge prior to being extended a conditional offer of employment. + Must not have been convicted of a felony. + Must demonstrate physical ability to perform job. + Must work weekends, holidays, rotating shifts, on-call, and as needed. + Must possess and maintain a Valid Driver's License. + Successfully pass written exam and oral interview. + *If applicant has previous law enforcement experience, has no record of serious or repeated disciplinary actions or citizen complaints. Lateral candidates must have at least two (2) years of service with a full-service law enforcement agency. * Finalists will be required to complete a comprehensive background check, including medical exam, drug test, polygraph, and psychological evaluation. **Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:** + Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. + Knowledge of modern law enforcement practices and methods. + Knowledge of related federal, state and municipal criminal laws. + Ability to interpret and apply laws, policies and procedures. + Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all members of the college community including students, faculty, staff, and administrators in a multicultural environment and the surrounding communities. + Ability to operate a police car, police radio and other equipment or weapons as required (i.e. side handle baton, handcuffs, first aid equipment, etc.). + Ability to work effectively under pressure. + Ability to quickly analyze complex, sensitive and/or hazardous situations and issues and quickly devise solutions and action plans. + Ability to exercise sound judgment in evaluating situations and in making decisions. + Ability to function with a community-oriented value-based philosophy. + Skill in working in a multi-cultural environment. **Work Environment:** This position regularly works both indoors and outdoors. The position may also work under exposure to hazardous physical activities; works in all types of weather conditions and at all times of day; and interacts with individuals under physical and/or emotional stress. Duties may require the operation of a motor vehicle. The position may be subject to call-in during emergencies and staffing shortages and may work a rotating shift, holidays and weekends. The work environment is highly diverse and demands a high level of cultural competence in interpersonal communications and interactions. **Physical Demands:** Duties require physical health, strength, agility and stamina. The work may entail sitting, standing, walking, running, bending, stooping, reaching, lifting, crawling, kneeling, climbing and lifting and transporting both objects and persons. Work requires eye-hand coordination, manual dexterity, near vision acuity, and the ability to see and read printed material and computer screens. Duties involve oral, written, electronic and telephonic communication. **ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION INCENTIVES** **CERTIFICATION INCENTVE: $15,000 INCREASE TO BASE SALARY** FOR SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF MARYLAND POLICE TRANING STANDARDS (MPTSC) TRAINING, FIELD TRAINING AND ALL OTHER REQUIREMENTS AS DEFINED BY MPTSC FOR RECERTIFICATION OF CURRENT MARLAND LAW ENFORCMENT CERTIFICATION. **CITY RESIDENCY:** **20% INCREASE** OVER BASE SALARY FOR BALTIMORE CITY RESIDENTS. NON-COMPETITIVE CAREER PATHWAY THROUGH POLICE OFFICER III. ANNUAL STEP INCREASES. Working Title: Lateral JHPD Police Officer Starting Salary: **$70,000** Employee group: Full Time Schedule: Shift -Work - 12-hour shifts Exempt Status: Non-Exempt Location: JHU Homewood, Peabody and East Baltimore Department name: 10001513-VP for Public Safety Office of Personnel area: University Administration Please be aware that our employment offer is contingent upon the successful completion of our pre-employment process, including criminal background, education, employment, and reference checks. This will require you and your references to answer questions regarding substantiated findings of serious misconduct. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function. Johns Hopkins mandates COVID-19 vaccination and booster and influenza vaccine as applicable. Exceptions to both the COVID-19 vaccine and booster requirement and the flu vaccine requirement may be provided under certain circumstances. _Johns Hopkins University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, marital status, pregnancy, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, other legally protected characteristics or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. The University promotes Affirmative Action for minorities, women, individuals who are disabled, and veterans. Johns Hopkins University is a drug-free, smoke-free workplace._ _Learn more:_ _********************************************************************************************************* Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Campus Security Cross Keys Village - The Brethren Home Community (CKV) is currently seeking friendly and passionate individuals to join our security team to help ensure our campus is safe for our residents, villagers, team members and guests. As a Campus Security team member working at CKV, we will provide you with opportunities to enjoy a friendly work environment guided by Christian values. Our current needs include; On-call as needed, with the ability to work evenings, nights and weekends. Who We Are: As the largest nonprofit, single-site retirement community in Pennsylvania, Cross Keys Village is dedicated to enriching the lives of older adults. It is our vision to be a leading innovator offering older adults a life infused with quality and purpose. We accomplish these goals - and more through our compassionate team of individuals who strive every day to provide the best care and services our community needs. Job Description: As Campus Security, your scope of responsibilities will include but is not limited to: Conducting inside rounds including equipment checks, locking/unlocking doors and windows and checking fire doors and lights. Conducting outside rounds including locking/moving vehicles, locking/unlocking buildings and entrances and checking parking lots. Monitoring arrival/departure of team members during shift change, transporting nurses to cottages and escorting emergency personnel and visitors. Evaluating suspicious activity and contacting local police authorities if appropriate. Attending routine maintenance calls in the village, assisting with fire drills and testing the campus 911 system. Managing main reception desk and phones as required. Education and Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent. Must have a valid driver's license. Ability to work independently, communicate effectively and be courteous when interacting with residents, families, team members and visitors. Benefits of Joining the CKV Family: As a team member at Cross Keys Village, you will be provided with many benefits such as; Paid time off that begins accruing on your first day! Retirement savings plan Positive and supportive work environment Delicious discounted dining options And much more! If you want to become a part of our unique and friendly team, apply to join the Campus Security team with Cross Keys Village today!

Experienced Police Officer The Riverdale Park Police Department is a full-service law enforcement agency that collaborates with our community partners to deliver quality service and address the needs of our rapidly growing community. The Department is currently staffed with 26 police officers and 7 civilian employees, serving a diverse community of approximately 7,500 people. Patrol Division: Is responsible for safeguarding the lives and property of the people we serve, providing 24-hour patrol and dispatch services. Criminal Investigations / Community Policing: Investigates reported crimes against persons and property, conducts administrative investigations, and completes employee background investigations. The Department is accountable and transparent, keeping our community informed about the Department's activities through the Town's Status and Information Reports. The Department also posts policies, procedures, and protocols on the Town's webpage. To further these goals, the Chief implemented a Chief's Community Advisory Committee to promote open, honest, and direct communication between the Riverdale Park community and its Police Department. The Position: This is a full-time, entry-level position within the Police Department. The typical responsibilities of a police officer include responding to calls, maintaining order in an assigned patrol area, enforcing criminal and traffic laws mandated by state and local laws and ordinances, reporting, courtroom presentation of cases, and providing excellent service to the residents of the Town of Riverdale Park. Ideal Candidate: Candidates will have good character, sound judgment, honesty, reliability, and integrity, with a strong desire to serve a diverse community. Candidates must have the ability to: make quick, independent decisions and handle simultaneous tasks under pressure. Specific duties required of the candidate include: receiving and responding to emergency and non-emergency calls. The minimum candidate qualifications include: must be a US citizen, 21 years of age, have an HS diploma/GED, possess a valid driver's license, and be able to pass a background check. The following are preferred candidate qualifications: certification by the Maryland Police Training and Standards Commission, bilingual (Spanish), or an AA degree. The Community: The Town of Riverdale Park is a growing community. The Town is located between the Cities of Hyattsville and College Park, Maryland. The Town's population is approximately 7,286. The Town is experiencing significant development and is poised for further growth, as two Purple Line stations will be constructed within its boundaries. The Town operates under a Council-Manager form of government. The Town's elected leadership comprises a Mayor and six (6) Council Members. The Mayor serves as the chair of the Council, the legislative branch of the Town Government. The Town's FY2022 Operating Budget is 7.8MM. Compensation: The salary range is commensurate with experience. Night-time differential pay, Bilingual pay available if criteria are met ($2,080 a year), take-home vehicle within 30 air miles, holiday pay, and clothing allowance. The Town offers competitive healthcare benefits, generous leave packages, and excellent retirement plans. Process: To apply, click the Apply for this Job tab (below or to the right). The position is open until filled. The Town of Riverdale Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Town provides equal opportunity to all qualified applicants based on demonstrated merit as determined through the selection process without regard to sex, race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, age, mental or physical disability (as defined in the Americans with Disabilities Act), or any other basis protected by federal or state law, ordinance or regulation.

The Historic City of Mount Rainier, MD is a residential community sitting on the border of Washington DC and Prince George's County, MD. Serving 8,000 residents, the community is a small urban oasis of historic homes and unique shops. Position Summary: The Mount Rainier Police Department has immediate openings for entry level to experienced (Maryland certified police officers at the rank of officer or police officer first class) or a person pending or able to be certified by comparative compliance* training from the Maryland Police Training Commission. Vacancies are open until filled. *Candidates with two to three years as a Sworn Police Officer are preferred. *Certified laterals and bilingual (English/Spanish) individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Salary: Entry Level Salary: $65,000 Experienced Officer Salary: Commensurate with experience Responsibilities and Duties: Police officer will be responding to calls, emergency and non-emergency, maintaining order in an assigned patrol area, enforcing criminal and traffic laws mandated by the State and local laws and ordinances; report writing, courtroom presentation of cases, and providing excellent service to the residents of the City of Mount Rainier. The City has the right to revise this at any time. This job description is not a contract for employment, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time for any reason. Safety Hazards: While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in a field environment in various weather conditions: This position involves potential exposure to and requires the employee to function in the presence of: All and extreme weather conditions. All and extreme lighting conditions--daylight and night light, with and without artificial light available, indoors and outdoors. Fire, smoke, chemical leaks/spills--in close proximity as necessary to provide emergency services. Personal danger, including but not limited to: armed and/or dangerous persons/animals. persons and/or articles with contagious/communicable diseases. persons under the influence of drugs/alcohol, suffering from mental disorders or emotional distress. hazards associated with emergency driving, traffic control and working in and around traffic. hazards associated with natural and man-made disasters. Bloodborne Pathogens: The duties of Police Officer include the handling of evidence which may contain a risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens, contact with persons who may have contagious/communicable diseases and providing initial emergency responder first aid care to injured persons. Key Benefits: State Employee Retirement System (Law Enforcement Officer Pension System (LEOPS) pending 7/2027) 20K Signing Bonus ($2500 at the completion of Field Training, $2500 upon 1 year anniversary, $5000 upon anniversary of 2nd, 3rd and 4th years) 457 Deferred Compensation Plan Paid Annual/Sick Leave & 12 Paid Holidays Birthday/Personal Day Off $500 Holiday Bonus Take-Home Vehicle Program 100% Tuition Reimbursement (after 1 year w/5 year service contract) 100% Paid Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance 12-Hour Shifts with Every Other Weekend Off Bi-lingual pay. Shift differential. Court pay minimum of two hours at overtime rate Holiday pay at triple rate Longevity Incentives-After 5 years of service, Officers will get $3500 deposited into their Deferred Compensation Plan All Uniforms & Equipment Supplied with Free Dry Cleaning Gym (at the police station) Part-Time Employment Opportunities Professional Development and Growth Opportunities COLA Adjustment 3%-5% every fiscal year Flexible Spending Plan available Optional Supplemental benefits include Aflac, Pre-Paid Legal/Identity Theft

The of City of Greenbelt Police Department is hiring Experienced Police Officers to make a powerful and positive impact in our community. The incumbent will be responsible for police patrol, detective, traffic or other specialized squad/unit/function on an assigned shift; or perform responsible administrative staff duties. Those holding the rank of Police Officer First Class may work independently in performing regularly assigned duties under the general orders of a higher-ranking officer. Performance is evaluated through observation, oral and written reports, and by results obtained. Essential functions this role Patrols a designated area of the City by radio equipped car, bicycle or on foot, to prevent, discover, and deter the commission of crime, to enforce criminal law, to direct traffic, and to enforce motor vehicle operation and parking regulations; Responds to calls and complaints involving fire, automobile accidents, domestic and neighborhood disturbances, assaults, robberies, and other misdemeanors and felonies; Writes detailed reports on police-related activities; Interviews persons with complaints and makes proper disposition or directs them to the proper authorities; Secures crime scenes, administers first aid, arbitrates disputes, conducts preliminary and follow-up investigations, gathers evidence, obtains witness statements, apprehends suspects, makes arrests, and transports offenders; Gives advice and general information to inquiries from the public; Serves as a witness in court in connection with arrests and investigations; Attends periodic training classes in police methods, first aid, firearms and related subjects Keeps informed and aware of persons and places suspected of illegal activity and/or potential for problems within an assigned area; Enters or retrieves data from a computer terminal, PC or other keyboard device; Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service. Performs other duties as assigned. Required skills and qualifications At least 21 years of age upon hire High school diploma or equivalent Valid driver's license Vision correctable to 20/20 EPO candidates must be currently or previously certified by the Maryland Police & Correctional Training Commission (MPCTC) as a Police Officer. Current or previous out of state police officers will have to be able to qualify for Comparative Compliance by the Maryland Police & Correctional Training Commission. Special Police Officer (SPO) certifications do not qualify as experienced police officers under this job listing Additional Requirements This classification requires the use of City vehicles on City business. Individual must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely, possess a valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record. Some positions may require the performance of other essential functions, depending upon work location, assignment, or shift.

NOTICE NOV 2025: We are aware of ongoing issues with various applications on our BambooHR listings page. Please ensure ALL required fields (marked with *) are completed. If a field is not applicable to you but is required to proceed, please type "N/A" into the field. If issues persist, please send a screenshot of the page with the error message included to ************************* along with the title of the job for which you are attempting to apply. Thank you! ENTRY LEVELS RECEIVE $15,000 HIRING BONUS* LATERAL OFFICERS RECEIVE $20,000 HIRING BONUS* City of Bowie police officers are charged with maintaining order, protecting life and property, and upholding the laws of the State of Maryland and the ordinances of the City of Bowie. Must perform regularly assigned duties under General Orders. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: • 21 years or older upon graduation from the Academy; • High school diploma or GED equivalent; • U.S. citizen; • Valid Maryland Driver's license; • Must pass physical agility test, written exam, background check, and drug screening. *COVID-19 vaccination is strongly preferred* ENTRY-LEVEL RATE: $29.82 per hour ($62,018.18 annually) ***LATERAL OFFICERS may be eligible to start at up to $38.66 per hour ($80,401.68 annually) upon approval from the Chief of Police APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open Until Filled All applicants must click "Apply for this Job" to submit an application. *Eligible for hiring bonuses upon start of FTO *Half is paid upon start of FTO; remainder is paid upon the next hire date anniversary The City of Bowie is a drug and alcohol testing employer. THE CITY OF BOWIE, MARYLAND IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND VALUES DIVERSITY AT ALL LEVELS OF THE GOVERNMENTAL STRUCTURE.

PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE ANNOUNCEMENT CAREFULLY BEFORE SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION The Gaithersburg Police Department is currently seeking highly motivated candidates who are at least 18 years old or who will be 18 years old at the time of hire. We are looking for candidates who are interested in a future career as a Gaithersburg Police Officer to be considered for the position of Police Cadet. The Police Cadet Program serves to identify and select qualified individuals contemplating a career in the field of law enforcement and provide them with career orientation and first-hand experience to better prepare them to be a Gaithersburg Police Officer when they reach the minimum age requirements. However, a Cadet position is not a guarantee that the individual will be hired as a City Police Officer Candidate. Cadets perform a variety of hands-on administrative, technical, and other tasks supporting the functions, services, and operations of the Gaithersburg Police Department while gaining insight and awareness into a law enforcement career and various phases of law enforcement. Cadets have an opportunity to work directly with, assist, and observe sworn and civilian personnel to experience the challenges and personal rewards of a police career. Candidates should exhibit good character, sound judgment, honesty, reliability, and integrity that blend together with a philosophy for community-oriented policing, and a strong desire to serve the citizens of Gaithersburg. ABOUT THE JOB: * $18.06 per hour. * Be at least 18 years old (at the time of hire). * May work up to 20 hours per week (evening, weekend, and holiday work may be required). * Eligible for up to $5,250 in tuition reimbursement per year of GPD Cadet employment. Reimbursement will occur after successful completion of the Police Officer field training program. APPLICATION, RECRUITMENT & SELECTION PROCESS Complete & Submit the Online Application & Personal History Statement Online applications must be fully completed and filed by the posted online closing date. Applicants who move forward in the process after completing the online application will receive an email invitation to complete the Personal History Statement. Applicants MUST complete the Personal History Statement in its entirety, ensuring that the instructions in each section are followed and the information provided is complete and accurate. The Personal History Statement is a comprehensive document requiring a significant amount of information. Applicants will have 14 days to complete the Personal History Statement. If you are unable to complete the Personal History Statement within 14 days of receiving the activation link, your account will be locked. Should you wish to unlock your account and reactivate your Personal History Statement, send a message via the online portal requesting additional time. Please note that after 60 days, your account will be archived and unable to be reactivated. Again, only fully completed Personal History Statements will be accepted. Please note that intentionally lying or deliberately withholding information on the online application and/or Personal History Statement will result in an applicant's permanent disqualification. Online applications and attached materials are stored on a secure site. Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the information submitted. Written Examination After completing the online application and Personal History Statement, applicants who pass the initial screening phase may be invited to attend the written examination. Applicants must receive a score of 60% or higher to pass the exam. The written exam is standardized and timed, and uses valid, non-discriminatory procedures. Applicants provide a writing sample as part of the examination. Physical Fitness Test A physical fitness test will be administered to all applicants on the same day as the written examination (an applicant must be invited to attend). The minimum acceptable scores for each component have been determined from the universally accepted Cooper Institute standards for public safety employees and the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commissions (MPCTC). These minimum acceptable passing scores fall well within averages of previous physical fitness testing conducted by the Gaithersburg Police Department. Each component will be demonstrated prior to administration. All applicants must pass each category listed below to successfully complete this physical fitness test. * 10 push-ups in one minute; * 15 sit-ups in one minute; * 18:00 minute 1.5 mile run; * 80 seconds 300 meter run; * Climb over a barrier; * Pull/drag of a 150 lb. dummy for 15 feet; and * Traverse up and down two flights of stairs. Oral Interview Applicants who pass both the written examination and physical fitness test may proceed to this phase. The Interview Board will be comprised of members of the department who have been trained in this process. Applicants who pass the oral interview and are selected will be assigned to the background investigation phase. Background Investigation A comprehensive background investigation will be conducted on selected applicants. A background investigation is required by City of Gaithersburg ordinance and Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commissions (MPCTC) regulations, and will be conducted by sworn officers trained in investigative techniques. Offer of Employment If all tests, examinations, and background investigation matters are completed successfully, the City of Gaithersburg will provide selected candidates with an employment offer which will include the anticipated employment start date. Job Functions As a Police Cadet, you will: * Learn and receive instruction on the City of Gaithersburg Police Department's organization, chain of command, and rules, regulations, and procedures. * Participate in classroom and field training to learn law enforcement principles, departmental procedures, and community policing strategies. * Observe and assist during patrol operations, traffic control, and community engagement activities. * Shadow officers during calls for service, investigations, and special assignments for learning purposes. * Provide administrative, technical, or other clerical tasks in support of department functions and services when not attending ride-alongs; work may include, but is not limited to, routine office assistance such as filing, copying, faxing, and scanning documents; answering a multi-line telephone; providing assistance or routine information to callers or visitors to the Police Department; performing data entry tasks; maintaining police related records; conducting research; and preparing reports. * Report all contact with law enforcement officers. * Participate in special training programs as assigned. Key responsibilities are highlighted above; please click here to view the classification description for the Police Cadet position. Qualifications To apply for the Police Cadet position, you must: * Be at least 18 years old (at the time of hire). * Have the ability to lawfully become employed in the United States. * Possess a valid driver's license and good overall driving record. * Be in excellent physical and mental condition as determined by comprehensive examinations. * Be able to meet the established vision standards required to successfully perform police officer tasks including passing tests for color vision (including a 14-panel Ishihara Vision Test for color blindness), acuity, binocularity, stereopsis (depth perception), and other vision skills. * Have graduated from an accredited high school, or possess a high school diploma recognized by the Maryland Department of Education or a General Equivalency Diploma (GED). * Be of good moral character, with no felony convictions or misdemeanor convictions for which a sentence of imprisonment for one year or more could have been imposed. * Not be a current user of illegal drugs. * Pass a comprehensive background check. * Be attending or will attend (as soon as eligible) an accredited community college, college, or university in an area of concentration that will prepare you for a law enforcement career; classes are not limited to criminal justice programs. * Be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, as needed. Please Note: If you wish to become a Police Officer you will have to be (1) a United States citizen; or (2) a permanent legal resident of the United States and an honorably discharged veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces (provided that U.S. citizenship has been applied for and the application is still pending at the time of appointment as a Police Officer). Additional Information Applications will be screened for employment eligibility by the City of Gaithersburg and applicants will be informed as to whether or not they are eligible to move forward in the selection process. The recruitment and selection process establishes a standing eligibility list for future Department vacancies; positions are filled based on operational needs. Please review the Gaithersburg Police Department's Recruitment page on the City website for more information. Direct deposit of paychecks is a condition of employment for all City of Gaithersburg employees. The City has established an alcohol-free, drug-free, and smoke-free workplace which applies to any person employed by, conducting business with, or applying for a position with the City. Each employee, as a condition of their employment, may be required to participate in pre-employment and reasonable suspicion testing. Employees classified as safety sensitive are also subject to immediate post accident and random testing. For more information about the position, recruitment process, online application process, or Personal History Statement, please contact the City of Gaithersburg Police Department at ************ or *********************************. Benefits are not available with this position. 01 Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and may be used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information ("see resume" is not acceptable) may result in disqualification from the selection process. Lying or intentionally withholding of information will result in a permanent disqualification. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and certify that your responses can be verified from information included within your application? * Yes * No 02 Are you at least 17 years and 6 months of age on the date you completed this application? * Yes * No 03 Do you have a High School Diploma or GED from an accredited school or will you have one in the next 6 months? * Yes * No 04 Are you currently enrolled in college, or do you expect to be enrolled in college within the next 6 months? * Yes * No 05 Have you ever served in the United States military? * Yes * No 06 Did you receive, or do you expect to receive, an honorable discharge from the military? (Check "No Military Service" if you have never served in the U.S. Military.) * No military service * Yes * No 07 If you served in the military, please list the military branch in which you served and the dates of your enlistment. 08 Are you fluent in any languages other than English? * Yes * No 09 Please list the languages (other than English) in which you are fluent (speak, read, and write). 10 Have you ever pled guilty, received a conviction, received deferred prosecution, or received probation before judgment for any felony offense as an adult? * Yes * No 11 Have you ever been convicted or otherwise found guilty of a misdemeanor or received deferred prosecution or received probation before judgment for which a sentence of imprisonment of one (1) year or more could have been imposed? * Yes * No 12 Have you ever served a term of incarceration for a misdemeanor offense or served a term of incarceration as a condition of probation for a felony or misdemeanor criminal offense? * Yes * No 13 Have you ever received a conviction for any acts of domestic violence? * Yes * No 14 Have you ever received a final order for protection in any state as the respondent (person the protective order was filed against)? * Yes * No 15 Have you received two or more convictions or received deferred prosecution or received probation before judgment or received reduced charges for a DUI or DWI within your entire lifetime? * Yes * No 16 Do you possess a valid driver's license? * Yes * No 17 Have you ever sold any type of drug, including marijuana? * Yes * No 18 Have you ever used LSD? * Yes * No 19 Have you ever used heroin? * Yes * No 20 Have you ever used PCP? * Yes * No 21 Have you used the following drugs five or more combined times in your lifetime: cocaine or derivatives (crack, etc.), psilocybin (mushrooms), steroids, or inhalants? * Yes * No 22 Have you been terminated from any employment on three or more occasions, regardless of time frame, due to disciplinary action or unsatisfactory performance? * Yes * No 23 How did you first learn about this employment opportunity? * City of Gaithersburg Website * Job Interest Card Notification * PoliceOne.com * DiscoverPolicing.com * GPD Recruiting Event * GPD Officer * Indeed * GovernmentJobs.com * Friend or Relative * I am currently a City Employee * Social Media * Other Website * QR Code * Other 24 If you selected "Other Website," "Other," or "GPD Officer" in the previous question, please use the text box below to let us know how you first learned about this employment opportunity. Required Question Employer City of Gaithersburg Address 31 South Summit Avenue Gaithersburg, Maryland, 20877 Phone ************ Website **********************************************************

Border Patrol Agent (BPA) - Experienced (GL-9 GS-11) NEW RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION INCENTIVES! Check out these higher-salaried federal law enforcement opportunities with the U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Your current or prior law enforcement experience may qualify you for this career opportunity with the nation's premier federal agency charged with securing our borders and protecting our country. You may qualify for these higher-graded Border Patrol Agent (BPA) employment opportunities if you have current or prior law enforcement experience. This experience could have been gained as part of a military police assignment or as a member of a state or local law enforcement organization. Look at the duties and responsibilities section below to see if you are interested in these federal law enforcement opportunities and review the qualifications section below to see if you are qualified. DON'T FORGET TO CHECK OUT THE INCENTIVES - SEE SALARY SECTION BELOW IMPORTANT NOTICE: Duty assignments available at the time of offer may include the Southwest Border, including prioritized locations. U.S. Border Patrol determines duty assignments at the time of offer based on operational needs, which may or may not align with candidates' first-choice preferences. Relocation may be required. The U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) offers those interested in a career in law enforcement an opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission of protecting America. If you seek an exciting and rewarding job that provides excellent pay and exceptional federal benefits, now is the time to make your move. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring immediately for these full-time, career Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) opportunities. Salary and Benefits: Salary for newly appointed law enforcement Border Patrol Agents varies from: Base Salary: GL-9/GS-11 $63,148 - $120,145 per year Locality Pay: Varies by duty location. Overtime Pay: Up to 25% Duty location impacts pay rates; locality pay for federal law enforcement is higher in some locations than others. A fully trained BPA may be eligible for up to an additional 25% of base pay per the BPA Pay Reform Act of 2014. This is a career ladder position with a grade level progression from GL-9 to GS-11 to GS-12. You will be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level (without re-applying) once you successfully complete 52 weeks in the lower grade level. All Border Patrol Agents may select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health and insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan that is similar to traditional and ROTH 401(k) offerings. *Recruitment Incentive* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents (as defined in 5 CFR 575.102) will be offered up to a $20,000 incentive. The first $10,000 will be paid upon successful completion of the Border Patrol Academy, with the remaining $10,000 awarded for accepting a prioritized location. Prioritized locations include Sierra Blanca, TX; Presidio, TX; Sanderson, TX; Comstock, TX; Lordsburg, NM; Freer, TX; Hebbronville, TX; Ajo, AZ. *Retention Incentive* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents may also qualify for up to $40,000 in additional incentives distributed over their first four years. Duties and Responsibilities: As a BPA, you will be part of our 60,000+ workforce that strives to protect the American people by safeguarding our borders, deterring illicit activity, and enhancing the nation's economic prosperity. Being a BPA makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession. Typical assignments include: · Detecting and questioning people suspected of violating immigration and customs laws and inspecting documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations. · Preventing and apprehending aliens and smugglers of aliens at or near the borders by maintaining surveillance from covert positions to include using infrared scopes during night operations. · Interpreting and following tracks, marks, and other physical evidence of illegal entry of persons or contraband. · Performing farm checks, building checks, traffic checks, city patrols, and transportation checks. · Patrolling the international boundary and coastal waterways using a variety of government assets such as vehicles, horses, vessels, watercraft, off-road vehicles, ATVs, snowmobiles, and motorcycles for the accomplishment of the USBP Mission. Qualifications: GL-9: You qualify for the GL-9 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience, equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as: · Performing physical searches of detained individuals, their vehicles, and their immediate surroundings for weapons, contraband, currency, and other evidence. · Apprehending, physically restraining, or working with law enforcement officials to identify or apprehend violators of state, federal, or immigration laws. · Proficient in the use of firearms, preparing investigative reports, serving court orders (e.g., warrants, subpoenas, etc.), and gathering evidence for criminal cases prosecuted through the court system. If you have previous or current law enforcement or military law enforcement experience, you may qualify at the GS-11 grade level. GS-11: You qualify for the GS-11 grade level if you possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, with the authority granted by the state or government to enforce laws, make arrests, and investigate crimes, performing primary duties in an official law enforcement capacity such as: · Utilizing intelligence information to track illegal operations, criminal activity, threats to our nation, and/or contraband while serving as a state, federal, or military law enforcement official. · Leading investigations of fraud, contraband, criminal activity, threats to our nation, and/or illegal operations to determine sources and patterns while serving as a state, federal, or military law enforcement official. · Apprehending violators of state, federal, or immigration laws by utilizing various forms of complex technology that include surveillance, detection, situation awareness systems, and/or communications equipment. The above experience will be applied in connection with the following: Make arrests and exercise sound judgment in the use of firearms; deal effectively with people in a courteous manner in connection with law enforcement matters; analyze information rapidly and make prompt decisions; or develop and maintain contact with a network of informants. There are no education substitutions for the GL-9 or GS-11 grade-level Border Patrol Agent opportunities. Other Requirements: Citizenship: You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position. Residency: You must have had primary U.S. residency (including protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years. Age Restriction: In accordance with Public Law 100-238, this position is covered under law enforcement retirement provisions. Candidates must be referred for selection to the Border Patrol Agent position before reaching their 40th birthday in accordance with Department of Homeland Security Directive 251-03. The age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving or have previously served in a federal civilian law enforcement (non-military) position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d). Veterans' Preference: You may also be eligible for an excepted service Veterans' Recruitment Appointment (VRA). The age restriction does not apply if you are Veterans' Preference eligible. Formal Training: After you are hired, you will be detailed to the U.S. Border Patrol Academy in Artesia, New Mexico, for approximately six (6) months of intensive instruction in immigration and nationality laws, law enforcement, and USBP-specific operations, driver training, physical techniques, firearms, and other courses. Border Patrol work requires the ability to speak and read Spanish, as well as English. Border Patrol Agents will be provided training to become proficient in the Spanish language at the Academy. How to Apply: Click the Apply button on this site. You will be linked to the CBP Talent Network registration page. For Position of Interest, select Border Patrol Agent, and then complete the pre-screening questions. You'll then receive a link(s) to the BPA Job Opening Announcements (JOAs) on USAJOBS, the federal government's official employment site, to complete your application. Be certain to review ALL details of the job opportunity announcement and follow all instructions in the application process, including items (resume, transcripts, etc.) to submit. You will be evaluated based on your resume, supporting documents, and the BPA Entrance Exam. If you have questions about the application process, contact a recruiter through the U.S. Border Patrol page: careers.cbp.gov/s/usbp. NOTE: As a subscriber to the CBP Talent Network, you'll receive monthly emails with information about webinars, career expos, and future opportunities with CBP.

STARTING SALARY: $60,757 Annually ($29.21 Hourly) Howard County: Conveniently located in the heart of central Maryland between Baltimore and Washington, Howard County offers the charm of a historic past mixed with the excitement of a cosmopolitan community. Howard County Government: Howard County Government is a leader in innovation, best practices and sustainability. It is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live and work in the country. In 2025, Howard County Government received a record-breaking 83 Achievement Awards from the National Association of Counties (NACo) - the most awards in the state of Maryland, and the fifth highest in the nation, as compared to more than 3000 counties. NACo Achievement Awards are the premier national honor to recognize innovative and transformative programs that provide new services for county residents, improve existing programs, upgrade working conditions, and enhance citizen participation and public policy making. What are we looking for? We are looking for outstanding individuals to join our team and contribute to excellence in Howard County operations. What you'll like most about working at Howard County Government: * We are committed to workplace excellence in every area of County government. * We have a highly talented, diverse, and inclusive workplace. Your input will not only be heard, but it will be encouraged! * We offer competitive compensation and great benefits including medical, retirement, and wellness programs. * As a member of the Howard County Government team, you'll be helping drive our culture and directly impact what makes us an amazing place to work. Continuous Applications accepted for Howard County Deputy Sheriff Laterals * Must be Maryland Certified Officers* POSITION DESCRIPTION: Deputy Sheriffs are law enforcement officers, recognized in the State of Maryland, and have state wide powers when dealing with certain issues. Howard County Deputies provide many duties in this County. CLASS DESCRIPTION: Performs technical level sheriff operations work under general supervision from a technical superior. Work includes serving civil and criminal papers; maintaining court room security; and maintaining security of and transporting prisoners. An employee in this class will serve a 12-month probationary period. Include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Processes and serves civil and criminal summons, from in and out of State Service of domestic violence related protective orders Service of emergency petitions for mental health evaluations Transports prisoners as per court orders Preserves order during court sessions and maintains court security. Enforces all State and County laws. Levies and seizes property on judgment, and collects money and fees. Makes arrests on Warrants and civil body attachments. Works with various Local, State, and Federal officers in cooperative law enforcement efforts. Provides court ordered protection. Participate on extraditions out of State with respect to prisoner transportation. Maintain valid driver's license Issue Maryland State Citations as required Issue Howard County Parking Citations This job has no supervisory responsibilities Shift work, which includes weekends and holidays, is required. Deputies may be required to remain in court for the duration of the daily proceedings resulting in irregular duty hours. Deputies on occasion may be required to travel to other states and stay overnight in extradition cases. Deputies are fully constituted peace officers and are responsible for taking law enforcement action. The position is subject to an "on-call" status The position is an "essential employee position" and subject to work weekends, evenings, nights and holidays. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. High School Diploma or GED. PREFERRED EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of law enforcement practices, court procedures, and process serving regulations. Knowledge of Civil process procedures Knowledge of Local, State, and Federal laws. Ability to use issued/approved firearms Ability to prepare records and reports. Ability to understand and carry out oral and/or written directions. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. LANGUAGE SKILLS, MATHEMATICAL SKILLS AND REASONING ABILITY: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedures manuals. Ability to write reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Previous successful completion of entry level training as per Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission (MPCTC). Class C Maryland Driver's License or equivalent issued by state of residence.

Apply Police Officer (Private) Up to 70K Recruitment Incentive Department of the Interior National Park Service United States Park Police Apply Print Share * * * * Save * This job is open to * Requirements * How you will be evaluated * Required documents * How to apply Summary The United States Park Police is the law enforcement arm of the Department of the Interior and the National Park Service tasked with investigating and apprehending criminal actors. The agency is committed to deploying precision-based enforcement, intelligence-led operations, and rapid response capabilities to address emerging threats to the homeland. Summary The United States Park Police is the law enforcement arm of the Department of the Interior and the National Park Service tasked with investigating and apprehending criminal actors. The agency is committed to deploying precision-based enforcement, intelligence-led operations, and rapid response capabilities to address emerging threats to the homeland. Overview Help Accepting applications Open & closing dates 01/01/2026 to 03/31/2026 Salary $73,177 to - $131,716 per year Pay scale & grade SP 1 Location Many vacancies in the following location: Washington, DC Remote job No Telework eligible No Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Permanent Work schedule Full-time Service Competitive Promotion potential None Job family (Series) * 0083 Police Supervisory status Yes Security clearance Secret Drug test Yes Position sensitivity and risk Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk Trust determination process * Credentialing * Suitability/Fitness Financial disclosure No Bargaining unit status Yes Announcement number WO-1614-USPP-26-12848797-DE Control number 853428400 This job is open to Help The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL) Federal employees whose job, agency or department was eliminated and are eligible for priority over other applicants. Clarification from the agency Hiring Paths Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL) The public Videos Duties Help The major duties of the Police Officer include, but are not limited to, the following: * Safeguarding the National Park Service icons and symbols of democracy as well as other parks and jurisdictional areas around the Washington Metropolitan Area. * Prevent, detect, and investigate criminal activity. Pursue and ensure criminal actors are apprehended. * Cooperate with and assist members of the Force, as well as other law enforcement agencies. United States Park Police officers are expected to regularly work with state, local and federal partners to enhance safety and reduce crime. Specialty Units are available to officers depending on competitive selection process and completion of training. The United States Park Police offers the following full-time specialized units with enhanced technician pay. * Motorcycle Unit * Aviation Unit * Special Weapons and Tactics (S.W.A.T.) * K-9 Unit * Marine Patrol Unit * Major Crimes Unit * Crime Scene Identification Unit- * Narcotics and Vice Unit * Traffic Safety Unit * Horse Mounted Patrol * Intelligence and Counterterrorism Branch * Physical Security/ Icon Protection Unit * Multi-Agency Task Force positions * Dignitary Protection Requirements Help Conditions of employment * U.S. Citizenship required. * Meet Selective Service Registration Act requirement for males * Selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Electronics Funds Transfer Program. * High School Graduate or earned General Education Development (GED) * Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication. Achieve and maintain a "Secret" level security clearance. * You will be required to submit to a drug test and receive a negative drug test result prior to appointment * You will be required to pass a pre-employment medical exam. Must meet vision requirements (For distance, corrected 20/20 or better binocularly with at least 20/40 in each eye. Uncorrected distant visual acuity should be 20/100 or better binocularly. For colorblindness: Applicant must be able to pass the Test for Color Deficiency.) * If you are a new employee or supervisor in the Federal government, you will be required to complete a one-year probationary period. * A valid driver's license (Real ID) is required at the time of application. * Must be able to legally possess firearms. You will be required to maintain firearms proficiency. Must not have any Felony Convictions; Must not have any current, pending criminal charges. Must not have any convictions of Domestic Violence * Multiple misdemeanor conviction's may also be subject to disqualification * Meet the age requirements outlined above. * Continued Condition of Employment For Probationary Period - See Additional Information Qualifications All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement-03/31/2026-unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement. Credit will be given for all appropriate qualifying experience. To receive credit for experience, your resume MUST clearly indicate the nature of the duties and responsibilities for each position, starting and ending dates of employment (month/year), and the resume must reflect full and/or part-time or total number of hours worked (i.e., work 40+ hours a week, rather than indicating full-time). If part-time, the hours must be annotated to be able to pro-rate the amount of qualified specialized experience. Resumes must not exceed two single-sided pages and resumes longer than two pages will not be accepted. The minimum font size is 10-point for all body text. Headers may be slightly larger but must remain legible. All resumes must maintain a minimum 0.5-inch margins on all sides to ensure readability and prevent excessive content compression. Including supplemental pages or attachments disguised as resume extensions are prohibited and will not be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications For periods of time that reflect military service, the DD-214 or Statement of Service is sufficient to meet the full and/or part-time hours requirement as the service dates will be reflected. Applicants must have reached their 21st birthday, but not have reached their 37th birthday by the date of application to this position. These positions are covered by the special retirement provisions for Federal Law Enforcement officers and have a mandatory retirement age of 57. Two exceptions are allowed:1. An applicant has prior Federal service in a primary covered position sufficient to complete 20 years of service on or before the mandatory retirement age of 57; or2. An applicant is a qualified veterans' preference eligible, in which case the minimum eligibility age is waived and their corresponding retirement age may be higher than 57 after completing 20 years of service. You must submit proof of your status in the Law Enforcement retirement system.To qualify for this position at the SP-01 grade level, you must possess all of the following minimum qualifications by close of the announcement: EXPERIENCE: You must have at least one year of progressively responsible experience that demonstrates the ability to learn and apply detailed and complex regulations and procedures that involve making sound judgment based on the application of directions, regulations, or laws. Examples of qualifying examples include, but are not limited to: Work on a police force, service as a military police officer, specialized military experience, security guards, physical security, visitor protection and law enforcement in parks, forest, or other natural resources or recreational environments, and/or criminal investigations; qualifying experience not immediately related to law enforcement may include, but is not limited to supervisory/managerial experience or personal work related experience that demonstrates the ability to independently manage critical tasks. * OR-EDUCATION: Successful completion of 60 credits hours/2 years of higher education. You must include transcripts * OR- Successful completion of a COMBINATION of education and experience as described above. You must include transcripts. Volunteer Experience: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education To qualify based on education, you must submit a legible copy of transcripts from an accredited institution with your name, school name, credit hours, course level, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking. Transcripts do not need to be official, but if you are selected for this position and you used your education to qualify, you must provide official transcripts before you begin work. If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet qualification requirements, you must show that your education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. Additional information A selectee receiving a first appointment to the Federal Government (Civil Service) is entitled only to the lowest step of the grade for which selected The display of a salary range on this vacancy shall not be construed as granting an entitlement to a higher rate of pay. Recruitment, Retention and Relocation incentives up to $70K over 4 years may be available to eligible candidates and require a service agreement. A Recruitment Incentive May Be Authorized for a newly selected employee when appointed to a permanent, temporary, or term position. A Federal employee who is transferring to the Department of the Interior from another Federal agency and who does not meet the conditions under 5 CFR §575.102 is not eligible for a recruitment incentive. This announcement may be used to fill additional positions if identical vacancies occur within 90 days of the issue date of the referral certificate. Physical Demands: The physical demands of this position require that all candidates pass an extensive physical examination, take a physical performance test, and meet the age requirements promulgated under the authority of 5 U.S.C. 3307. The incumbent must possess the psychomotor skills required to drive a vehicle in normal and emergency situations; fire a weapon accurately under extremely varied conditions; maintain agility, endurance and strength; and show dexterity in self-defense and apprehension (e.g. safely taking a person into custody with a minimum of force). Working Conditions: The incumbent will be expected to work alone in areas where there is a probability that a person may be armed while attempting to commit a crime, and in an attempt to evade arrest, the situation may lead to an assault on the officer. The incumbent will be expected to work independently in an arduous duty position in situations where there is inherit risks of injury while fulfilling the essential functions of their position. Continued Condition of Employment For Probationary Period: As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest will be evaluated. This probationary period is an extension of the appointment process and therefore requires the agency to determine if continued employment would advance the public interest, meet the organization goals and mission of the agency, and/or otherwise promote the efficiency of the service. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, the agency will consider: * your performance and conduct; * the needs and interests of the agency; * whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and * whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Under applicable law, the employment of an individual serving a probationary or trial period automatically terminates when that period ends unless the agency affirmatively certifies, in writing, that the individual's employment should continue and that their appointment should be finalized. In the absence of agency action to affirmatively certify continued employment beyond the probationary or trial period, such appointments are terminated. Upon completion of your probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Expand Hide additional information Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits. Benefit Information: Working for the U.S. Park Police offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health insurance benefits, premium pay, and eligibility for retirement with 20 years of service at age 50, or 25 years of service at any age. * Sick Leave - Employees earn 104 hours of sick leave per year that accrues without limit. 12 weeks of paid parental leave is also granted to eligible employees. * Annual Leave - Employees earn annual leave at the following rates: 13 days per year for the first three years of service, 20 days after three years of service, and 26 days every year after 15 years of service. Employees may carry over a maximum of 240 hours of annual leave from one calendar year to the next; * Overtime - Officers working overtime are eligible to earn monetary pay or compensatory time at a rate of 1.5 times their derived hourly pay; * Premium Pay - Officers working the hours between 6:00 PM and 6:00 AM are eligible to earn Night Differential at a rate of 10% of their derived hourly pay. Sunday premium is earned at a rate of 25% of their derived hourly pay; * Retirement - The Federal Law Enforcement Retirement System offered by the United States Park Police is a special variant of the Federal Employee Retirement System (FERS) offered to most U.S. government employees. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. How you will be evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications listed in this vacancy announcement. Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, supporting documents), the responses you provide on the application questionnaire, and the result of the additional assessments required for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully; errors or omissions can affect your rating. After determination of your minimum qualifications, you may be selected to continue with the following assessment process: Phase I WRITTEN EXAMINATION- Applicants must successfully pass a written examination online. Applicants must score 70% or better on the written examination to continue in the hiring process. * Applicants requiring special testing accommodations must indicate so at the time of testing scheduling to ensure that the test facilitators have ample time to accommodate such requests PHYSICAL READINESS TEST (PRT) - Applicants must perform hand release push-ups, an agility run, as well as a 1.5-mile run. Applicants must pass each event with a 70% or better. MEDICAL REVIEW - Applicants must complete Medical Review form by a Certified Medical Physician of choice. Applicants that pass all assessments will be referred to the selecting official for consideration in selections for the Police Officer, SP-0083-01. Phase II FORMS SCREENING REVIEW and BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION PREPARATION * Applicants will be required to upload additional documents relevant to the background investigation process via a secure drop box. * Selected applicants will participate in a virtual interview with a USPP background investigator. During this process, the applicant shall provide any additional information requested by their investigator in a timely manner. Failure to do so may result in removal from the hiring process. PASS A QUALIFICATION REVIEW PANEL - The Qualification Review is a virtual interview conducted by a panel of Force officials. Applicants are evaluated on their responses to qualification and scenario questions. SELECTIONS FOR HIRE- Selected applicants will be subjected to a urinalysis/drug screening prior to being officially hired. The drug screening must be passed successfully. All information and documents submitted should be true, correct, and provided in good faith. Any information given may be investigated. False statements, deception or fraud in this application or its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process may result in fines or imprisonment (18 U.S.C. 1001) or removal and debarment from Federal service (5 CFR part 731). Please limit your resume to no more than 2 pages. If more than 2 pages are submitted, only the first 2 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. You can only submit one resume; Only the resume submitted under the "Resume" "Document Type" will be used to determine your qualifications and for rating purposes. Only one resume will be used to evaluate your qualifications. In the event you submit more than one resume, only the latest submission will be reviewed. Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits. Benefit Information: Working for the U.S. Park Police offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health insurance benefits, premium pay, and eligibility for retirement with 20 years of service at age 50, or 25 years of service at any age. * Sick Leave - Employees earn 104 hours of sick leave per year that accrues without limit. 12 weeks of paid parental leave is also granted to eligible employees. * Annual Leave - Employees earn annual leave at the following rates: 13 days per year for the first three years of service, 20 days after three years of service, and 26 days every year after 15 years of service. Employees may carry over a maximum of 240 hours of annual leave from one calendar year to the next; * Overtime - Officers working overtime are eligible to earn monetary pay or compensatory time at a rate of 1.5 times their derived hourly pay; * Premium Pay - Officers working the hours between 6:00 PM and 6:00 AM are eligible to earn Night Differential at a rate of 10% of their derived hourly pay. Sunday premium is earned at a rate of 25% of their derived hourly pay; * Retirement - The Federal Law Enforcement Retirement System offered by the United States Park Police is a special variant of the Federal Employee Retirement System (FERS) offered to most U.S. government employees. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. Required documents Required Documents Help The following documents are required and must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 03/31/2026: * Resume which includes a list of all significant jobs held and duties performed, dates specified in month and year format, and the resume must reflect full and/or part-time or total number of hours worked (i.e., work 40+ hours a week, rather than indicating full-time). If part-time, the hours must be annotated to be able to pro-rate the amount of qualified specialized experience. If military or civilian, please include your rank and/or grade. Resumes must not exceed two single-sided pages and resumes longer than two pages will not be accepted. The minimum font size is 10-point for all body text. Headers may be slightly larger but must remain legible. All resumes must maintain a minimum 0.5-inch margins on all sides to ensure readability and prevent excessive content compression. Including supplemental pages or attachments disguised as resume extensions are prohibited and will not be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. * Complete All Required Assessments. * Other Supporting Documents, if applicable, such as: * Veterans Preference Documentation: * If you are a Discharged, Non-Disabled Veteran, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 showing character of discharge (Member 4 copy), or other Documentation of Service and Separation under Honorable Conditions, as listed on the SF15. If you don't have your DD-214, you may request it after discharge from the National Archives. * If you are a veteran within 120 days of discharge, you must submit signed documentation from the Armed Forces certifying: 1) your expected release/retirement from active duty, 2) under honorable conditions, 3) your pay grade/rank/rate at time of discharge, 4) dates of active duty service, 5) any campaign or expeditionary medals received, & 6) dated within 120 days of your separation. * If you are a Disabled Veteran, Purple Heart Recipient, or Mother or Spouse of a Disabled or Deceased Veteran, you must submit all additional proof required by the SF15, and if applicable, a completed SF15. You may request a copy of your Department of Veterans Affairs letter from ******************** or call ************** to establish proof of disability. * Documentation that you meet all selective placement factors. * College transcripts, if qualifying based on education. * Documentation for Interagency/Career Transition Assistance Plan consideration if you are a displaced Federal employee within the local commuting area. You must include: 1) Proof you are a displaced Federal employee, e.g., RIF Separation Notice, Notice of Proposed Removal, etc; 2) SF-50s (Notifications of Personnel Action) showing career/conditional tenure competitive status, promotion potential and duty location; and 3) your most recent performance appraisal. To exercise selection priority, displaced or surplus Federal employees must be rated well-qualified or above 85 on the rating criteria for this position. Do not submit photographs with your application package. Documents with photographs may not be seen by hiring officials - you must remove your image from any badges, licenses, etc. Do not upload Adobe portfolio documents. Adobe portfolio documents are not viewable by our agency's staffing offices. If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating. How to Apply Help To apply for this position: You must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To receive consideration, the complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 03/31/2026. You must provide documentation to support your claim for each eligibility selected. Please review the required documentation listed in the eligibilities language to ensure you submit the appropriate information. Note: You will only be marked eligible for those eligibilities that you selected and provided the appropriate supporting documentation. WE DO NOT ACCEPT HARD-COPY OR E-MAIL APPLICATION PACKAGES. * Select Apply. If you are not logged in, you will be prompted to login or create an account. * Prompted to Start the Application Process by selecting "Start Application." * Click here for USAJobs Help with "How to create an application" * To PREVIEW the application questionnaire, select the following link: ******************************************************** * Select or add the resume you want to use for this application. Click here on how to build a resume in USAJOBS. * Select documents you want included in this application. * Review package to acknowledge your documents were reviewed. * Select if you want to include your demographic information. * After reading and certifying the application is true and submitted in good faith, select "Continue to Agency Site." * Follow onscreen prompts and instructions to complete your application. * Add the supporting documents by indexing your documents with the dropdown. * Upload any missing required documents or optional documents. * Review and Submit Application. * While logged in, you can check the status of your application by selecting "+" next to the job title for this position. * You can review or revise your application at any point during the open period of the announcement. * To update an application, you should log into your USAJOBS account and select "+" next to the job title for this position. Select "Update Application" for this job. * Note: When you click Update Application, you will be prompted to re-select your documents from USAJOBS. Documents submitted with the first application will no longer be associated with the applicant record. So it is important that you select all documents you want to use in the re-application. Agency contact information Racheal Winebar Phone 0000000000 Email racheal_*************** Address United States Park Police 1100 Ohio Drive S.W. Washington, DC 20024 US Next steps Once the Occupational Questionnaire is received you will receive acknowledgement that your submission was successful. If you are among the most qualified candidates and your name is referred to the hiring official, you may be contacted directly for a possible interview. You will be notified of the status of your Application Package at the time candidates are referred for consideration, and when the selection process is complete. Upon submission of your application, you will receive an email acknowledging receipt of your application. Please be advised that your application will not be considered complete unless all the required documents have been received. Best qualified applicants will receive further instructions from the United States Park Police Applicant Processing team at, USPP_Officer_*******************. This is an open/continuous announcement. Fair and transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance. Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Financial suitability New employee probationary period Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy Selective Service Signature and false statements Social security number request Required Documents Help The following documents are required and must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 03/31/2026: * Resume which includes a list of all significant jobs held and duties performed, dates specified in month and year format, and the resume must reflect full and/or part-time or total number of hours worked (i.e., work 40+ hours a week, rather than indicating full-time). If part-time, the hours must be annotated to be able to pro-rate the amount of qualified specialized experience. If military or civilian, please include your rank and/or grade. Resumes must not exceed two single-sided pages and resumes longer than two pages will not be accepted. The minimum font size is 10-point for all body text. Headers may be slightly larger but must remain legible. All resumes must maintain a minimum 0.5-inch margins on all sides to ensure readability and prevent excessive content compression. Including supplemental pages or attachments disguised as resume extensions are prohibited and will not be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. * Complete All Required Assessments. * Other Supporting Documents, if applicable, such as: * Veterans Preference Documentation: * If you are a Discharged, Non-Disabled Veteran, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 showing character of discharge (Member 4 copy), or other Documentation of Service and Separation under Honorable Conditions, as listed on the SF15. If you don't have your DD-214, you may request it after discharge from the National Archives. * If you are a veteran within 120 days of discharge, you must submit signed documentation from the Armed Forces certifying: 1) your expected release/retirement from active duty, 2) under honorable conditions, 3) your pay grade/rank/rate at time of discharge, 4) dates of active duty service, 5) any campaign or expeditionary medals received, & 6) dated within 120 days of your separation. * If you are a Disabled Veteran, Purple Heart Recipient, or Mother or Spouse of a Disabled or Deceased Veteran, you must submit all additional proof required by the SF15, and if applicable, a completed SF15. You may request a copy of your Department of Veterans Affairs letter from ******************** or call ************** to establish proof of disability. * Documentation that you meet all selective placement factors. * College transcripts, if qualifying based on education. * Documentation for Interagency/Career Transition Assistance Plan consideration if you are a displaced Federal employee within the local commuting area. You must include: 1) Proof you are a displaced Federal employee, e.g., RIF Separation Notice, Notice of Proposed Removal, etc; 2) SF-50s (Notifications of Personnel Action) showing career/conditional tenure competitive status, promotion potential and duty location; and 3) your most recent performance appraisal. To exercise selection priority, displaced or surplus Federal employees must be rated well-qualified or above 85 on the rating criteria for this position. Do not submit photographs with your application package. Documents with photographs may not be seen by hiring officials - you must remove your image from any badges, licenses, etc. Do not upload Adobe portfolio documents. Adobe portfolio documents are not viewable by our agency's staffing offices. If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

The Riverdale Park Police Department is a full-service law enforcement agency that collaborates with our community partners to deliver quality service and address the needs of our rapidly growing community. The Department is currently staffed with 26 police officers and 7 civilian employees, serving a diverse community of approximately 7,500 people. Patrol Division: Is responsible for safeguarding the lives and property of the people we serve, providing 24-hour patrol and dispatch services. Criminal Investigations / Community Policing: Investigates reported crimes against persons and property, conducts administrative investigations, and completes employee background investigations. The Department is accountable and transparent, keeping our community informed about the Department's activities through the Town's Status and Information Reports. The Department also posts policies, procedures, and protocols on the Town's webpage. To further these goals, the Chief implemented a Chief's Community Advisory Committee to promote open, honest, and direct communication between the Riverdale Park community and its Police Department. The Position: This is a full-time, entry-level position within the Police Department. The typical responsibilities of a police officer include responding to calls, maintaining order in an assigned patrol area, enforcing criminal and traffic laws mandated by state and local laws and ordinances, reporting, courtroom presentation of cases, and providing excellent service to the residents of the Town of Riverdale Park. Ideal Candidate: Candidates will have good character, sound judgment, honesty, reliability, and integrity, with a strong desire to serve a diverse community. Candidates must have the ability to: make quick, independent decisions and handle simultaneous tasks under pressure. Specific duties required of the candidate include: receiving and responding to emergency and non-emergency calls. The minimum candidate qualifications include: must be a US citizen, 21 years of age, have an HS diploma/GED, possess a valid driver's license, and be able to pass a background check. The following are preferred candidate qualifications: certification by the Maryland Police Training and Standards Commission, bilingual (Spanish), or an AA degree. The Community: The Town of Riverdale Park is a growing community. The Town is located between the Cities of Hyattsville and College Park, Maryland. The Town's population is approximately 7,286. The Town is experiencing significant development and is poised for further growth, as two Purple Line stations will be constructed within its boundaries. The Town operates under a Council-Manager form of government. The Town's elected leadership comprises a Mayor and six (6) Council Members. The Mayor serves as the chair of the Council, the legislative branch of the Town Government. The Town's FY2022 Operating Budget is 7.8MM. Compensation: The salary range is commensurate with experience. Night-time differential pay, Bilingual pay available if criteria are met ($2,080 a year), take-home vehicle within 30 air miles, holiday pay, and clothing allowance. The Town offers competitive healthcare benefits, generous leave packages, and excellent retirement plans. Process: To apply, click the Apply for this Job tab (below or to the right). The position is open until filled. The Town of Riverdale Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Town provides equal opportunity to all qualified applicants based on demonstrated merit as determined through the selection process without regard to sex, race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, age, mental or physical disability (as defined in the Americans with Disabilities Act), or any other basis protected by federal or state law, ordinance or regulation.

$25,000 hiring bonus. The of City of Greenbelt Police Department is hiring Entry Level Police Officers to make a powerful and positive impact in our community. As a uniformed Police Officer, the incumbent will be responsible for a full range of duties including routine patrol, law enforcement, preliminary investigations and traffic control for a designated area on an assigned squad. Because public safety is a 24/7 duty, the Police Officer will work rotating shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. The ideal candidate will have a passionate belief in constitutional, community-engaged policing and be committed to protecting the rights of all people. Essential functions this role * Patrols a designated area of the City by radio equipped car, bicycle or on foot, to prevent, discover, and deter the commission of crime, to enforce criminal law, to direct traffic, and to enforce motor vehicle operation and parking regulations; * Responds to calls and complaints involving fire, automobile accidents, domestic and neighborhood disturbances, assaults, robberies, and other misdemeanors and felonies; * Writes detailed reports on police-related activities; * Interviews persons with complaints and makes proper disposition or directs them to the proper authorities; * Secures crime scenes, administers first aid, arbitrates disputes, conducts preliminary and follow-up investigations, gathers evidence, obtains witness statements, apprehends suspects, makes arrests, and transports offenders; * Gives advice and general information to inquiries from the public; * Serves as a witness in court in connection with arrests and investigations; * Attends periodic training classes in police methods, first aid, firearms and related subjects * Keeps informed and aware of persons and places suspected of illegal activity and/or potential for problems within an assigned area; * Enters or retrieves data from a computer terminal, PC or other keyboard device; * Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service. * Performs other duties as assigned. Required skills and qualifications * At least 21 years of age upon hire * High school diploma or equivalent * Valid driver's license * Vision correctable to 20/20 * Drug screen & background check with written exam and physical agility test at a later date for PO Candidates Additional Requirements This classification requires the use of City vehicles on City business. Individual must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely, possess a valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record. Some positions may require the performance of other essential functions, depending upon work location, assignment, or shift.