ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED POLICE OFFICER - ANNOUNCEMENT #2501(ENTRY-LEVEL POLICE OFFICERS) The Prince George's County Police Department is currently seeking recruit candidates to be considered for the position of Police Officer for classes beginning in 2024 and 2025. The Police Department is seeking men and women that exhibit good character, sound judgment, honesty, reliability and integrity that blend together with a philosophy for community-oriented policing and a strong desire... more details
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ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED
POLICE OFFICER - ANNOUNCEMENT #2501
(ENTRY-LEVEL POLICE OFFICERS)
The Prince George's County Police Department is currently seeking recruit candidates to be considered for the position of Police Officer for classes beginning in 2024 and 2025. The Police Department is seeking men and women that 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 interest of the citizens of Prince George's County.
To be considered for this class you must apply online as soon as possible. There are limited slots for these tests and they fill-up quickly.
PLEASE NOTE: If you are fortunate enough to successfully navigate the entire background investigation process, and receive a conditional offer of employment, immediately prior to the beginning of the Academy, you must take and pass the APRT a second time! No exceptions!
*** To improve your chances of being considered for this class, you are encouraged to pass the APRT and Written Exam as early as possible. ***
Examples of Work
The typical duties of a police officer, upon whom public safety depends, include: responding to calls; maintaining order in an assigned patrol area; enforcing criminal and traffic laws mandated and authorized by the State and local laws and ordinances; report writing, courtroom presentation of cases; and providing effective and efficient service to the citizens of Prince George's County. Shift work is required.
Qualifications
U.S. Citizen
High School graduate; (60+ college credit hours preferred)
21 years old at time of graduation from the Police Academy (20 years and 6 months old at time of application)
Possess a valid driver's license and at least 6 months driving experience
Pass all of the qualification factors listed in the Additional Information.
BILINGUAL APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY
Additional Information
Please note - using a mobile device, such as a phone, to complete this application is NOT recommended. 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.
To be considered for employment, Applicants must successfully complete all of the following steps:
Submit an online application
Preliminary Application and Applicant History Review
Download and complete the Doctor's Waiver to participate in the APRT (Applicant Physical Requirement Test)
Self-schedule (online) and pass the APRT (must pass APRT in order to take the Written Examination)
Pass the Written Examination
Preliminary Documents and Records Check
If sufficient vacancies exist, applicants at this stage may be contacted to continue into the Background Investigation process, which includes:
Download, complete and submit the Personal History Statement (PHS)
Participate in Background Investigation & PHS Orientation
Initial Interview
Background Investigation
Oral Board
Polygraph Examination
Psychological Screening
*Pass the APRT again
Medical Examination & Drug Screening Test
Hiring Consideration
Final Offer of Employment
Graduation from the Prince George's County Police Academy
Before applying, serious applicants will:
Learn how to join the Police Department by clicking here.
Have your doctor complete the APRT Waiver Form (which you will also receive as an attachment to the email inviting you to self-schedule for the APRT).
Be prepared to take the Written Exam.
Obtain and review a copy of your credit report at AnnualCreditReport.com
Obtain a certified copy of your driving record from every state in which you have held a driver's license (Maryland drivers can obtain a certified copy by clicking here)
All male U.S. citizens, and male aliens living in the U.S., who are 18 and over are required to register with Selective Service. Please go to the Selective Service website to register or verify your registration.
All notifications for this position will be made via email, therefore each applicant must update their online profile with any changes to personal information, and must continually monitor the email account provided. Also, be sure to update your junk/spam settings to allow emails from all addresses ending in "@co.pg.md.us" and "@princegeorgescountymd.gov".
Reasons for disqualification may include (but are not limited to) the following: previous disqualification; deception; poor work history; poor driving record; suspended license; DWI/DUI; poor credit history; history or pattern of crimes both reported and not reported; felony/misdemeanor conviction; illegal drug usage, possession, distribution, sale or purchase; falsification of application or other documents; failure to meet physical and mental standards; failure to present a professional appearance; inability to competitively complete any of the component parts of the selection process; and/or any other disqualifying factor as determined by the Office of Human Resources Management Public Safety Investigations Division and/or the Police Department.
For current information on Salary and Benefits please visit Join PGPD.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CAN BE FOUND AT: Join PGPD or by calling your Police Recruiter at 301-780-8175or 1-888-310-9736.
ACADEMY CLASSES ARE SELECTED AND HELD AS VACANCIES OCCUR
Prince George's County Government is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Diversity in the Workplace
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation during the application and hiring process can click here for specific instructions.
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