Job Announcement:
Crofton Police Department
Now Accepting Applications for Certified Officers
$3000 Hiring Bonus- Paid after first full year of service
Minimum Requirements
- Graduation from high school or possession of a G.E.D. certificate.
- College level course work in police administration, criminal justice, or a related field.
- Certification as a police officer by the Maryland State Police Training Commission.
- One year's experience as a Police Officer.
- Possession of a valid non-commercial Class C driver's license issued by the State
Job Description/General Duties:
This work involves responsibility for performing, under general supervision, duties in patrol, traffic, investigations, administration, and related support services. Duties include shift work, outdoor work, and exposure to potentially dangerous conditions. Work requires an understanding of law enforcement work and departmental rules and procedures and is performed under the general supervision of the Police Chief or Sergeant.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS
- Thorough knowledge of public safety laws, regulations and ordinances for the State, County and CSCBD.
- Knowledge of English language usage, grammar, and spelling. Ability to communicate effectively, in oral and written expression.
- Ability to function effectively in stressful situations.
- Ability to qualify on all assigned departmental weapons, both lethal and non-lethal.
Benefits
- Starting pay of $64,661.94
- Lateral hires with eight or more years of experience get a promotion to Corporal and a raise to $69,927.75 after 90 days.
- A 40-hour vacation credit is awarded after completion of field training.
- A $3,000 retention bonus at 12 months of service
- Annual merit bonuses
- Take-home vehicle policy
- No-match Simplified Employee Pension at 14% of gross pay
- Health, Vision, and Dental insurance available (80%/20%)
- Provided uniforms, including class A uniforms
- 96 hours annually of flexible holiday hours
- 104 hours of vacation annually, with increases at 3 years and 15 years of seniority
- 104 hours of sick leave annually
- Paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Paid life insurance at 100% of annual pay, up to $100K
- Available tuition reimbursement
- Annual COLA and Merit increases in pay
- AT&T FirstNet cellphone
- Nighttime differential pay of $1.50 extra for overnight shifts
Hiring Process
Applicants will be evaluated through the following process:
- Law Enforcement Experience / Education Review
- Chief’s Interview
- Background Investigation
- Polygraph Examination
- Psychological Evaluation
- Medical Examination
Equal Opportunity Statement:
The Crofton Special Community Benefit District (CSCBD), which includes the Crofton Police Department, is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental handicap, unless required by law. This policy extends to maintaining a working environment free of racial, ethnic, and sexual harassment. It applies to all employees and applicants for employment in connection with all phases of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, treatment during employment, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, and termination.
Please direct questions regarding this position to jjett@croftonpd.com
About Law Enforcement Jobs
Jobs close at 11:59 PM (Eastern) on the deadline date specified, or when the position capacity has been met, or unless otherwise specified in the announcement. If the deadline date is not specified in the announcement, the agency has sole discretion on setting the deadline and jobs may close without notice. It is the applicant's responsibility to thoroughly read and understand the deadline requirements and capacity limits as outlined by the agency.
Applicants are responsible for checking their email and logging into their PoliceApp account to monitor for updates.