DEPUTY SHERIFF PRIVATE
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Prince George’s County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the County's residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince George's County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life.
We are Prince George’s Proud!
BILINGUAL APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY
About the Position
The Prince George's County Office of the Sheriff is currently seeking qualified candidates to fill multiple permanent, full-time positions of Deputy Sheriff Private.
Applicants applying under this announcement will be considered for the Fall 2024 Academy Class.
Experienced law enforcement applicants must apply under the Experienced Deputy Sheriff announcement located at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pgc.
About the Agency
The Prince George's County Office of the Sheriff has been a vital link in the criminal justice system for more than 300 years, providing the citizens of Prince George’s County with professional, transparent, and effective law enforcement service. The Office of the Sheriff serves as the law enforcement arm of the courts, responding to domestic violence calls, processing warrants, civil papers, domestic violence peace and protective orders, Emergency Psychiatric Petition (E.P.S.) orders, and the execution of evictions. The Office of the Sheriff is also responsible for court security, providing security and protection for visitors to our courthouses and securing courtrooms and holding areas. Deputies transport prisoners and are responsible for extraditing fugitives from other states.
DO NOT use a mobile device, such as a phone, to complete this application. You are highly encouraged to use a desktop or laptop computer so that you can carefully and thoroughly read and understand all aspects of applying for this position.
Applicants applying under this recruitment announcement will be considered for the Fall 2024 Academy class.
To be considered, applicants must successfully complete all of the following steps:
Phase 1
- Create on-line profile and submit an online application
- Complete a Preliminary Application and Applicant History Review
- Download and complete the Doctor's Waiver to participate in the Applicant Physical Requirement Test (A.P.R.T.). Candidates will not be able to participate in the A.P.R.T. without a signed waiver.
- Schedule an A.P.R.T.
- Pass A.P.R.T (eligible to take written exam upon successfully passing A.P.R.T.)
- Pass the Written Examination
- Submit Preliminary Documents and Records Check
- Download and complete the Personal History Statement (PHS)
Phase 2
- Initial Interview (Submit PHS & requested supporting documents)
- Background Investigation
- Oral Board Interview
- Polygraph Examination
- Psychological Screening
- Medical Examination & Drug Screening
- Hiring Consideration
- Final Offer of Employment
- Retake and Pass A.P.R.T (no exceptions)
- Completion and Graduation from the Prince George's County Police Academy
Phase 3
- Accept the offer of employment.
- Complete onboarding and new employee orientation.
Reasons for disqualification may include (but are not limited to) the following:
- Previous disqualification for this or other public safety positions
- Deception or falsification of application or other documents
- Poor work history
- Poor driving record, which includes suspended license/DWI/DUI
- History or pattern of crimes, both reported and not reported; felony/misdemeanor conviction; illegal drug usage, possession, distribution, sale, or purchase
- Failure to meet physical and mental standards
- Failure to present a professional appearance
- Poor credit history
Notifications
Notifications for this position will be made via email.
Applicants must monitor the e-mail account provided and update their online profile with any changes to personal information.
Applicants must ensure your e-mail account allows emails from all addresses ending in "@co.pg.md.us".
For more information, you may contact
a Sheriff Recruiter at sheriffrecruitment@co.pg.md.us
ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED
Eligibility to Work: Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, an employer is required to hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to provide and verify authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S., only after an offer has been accepted and the Form I-9 is completed. For information on E-Verify, or if you believe the County has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or visit their website at dhs.gov/E-Verify.
INTERNAL APPLICANTS: If you are a current Prince George's County Government employee and seeking a promotion, in accordance with Section 16-200 of the Personnel Law, you have the right to appeal a rejection rating within five (5) working days of receiving a rejection notice. Union employees should refer to their respective collective bargaining agreement and/or union representative for their grievance procedure.
Prince George's County Government is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace