Police Officer

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Category Law Enforcement Description

POLICE OFFICER

City Overview: 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: $65,215.00 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 job description 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 with 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 Position Requirements The incumbent in this position is considered an "Essential" employee and will be required to report for work during natural/man‑made disasters, and during special operations as assigned. "Essential" employees are expected to report or remain at work when other City employees are granted administrative leave. Required Skills Candidates must have sound judgement tomake quick, independent decisions, and handle simultaneous tasks under pressure. Candidates will have good character, honesty, reliability, and integrity, with a strong desire to serve a diverse community. Required Experience and Education The minimum candidate qualifications include the following: must be a U.S. citizen, 21 years of age, have H.S. diploma/G.E.D., possess a valid driver’s license, and be able to pass a background check and drug screen. The following is required: certification by the Maryland Police Training and Standards Commission. A criminal and personal history background required including truth verification test, credit report, criminal history and activity, driving record. *Out of state applicants (VA, PA, DE and NJ) must be able to meet Maryland certification through the Maryland Police Training Commission by completing comparative compliance training. Your resume/application must include proof of state certification or academy completion (PA applicants; ACT 120 meets MD compliance requirements). Attention Police Academy students do not wait until after graduation, backgrounds take 4-6 weeks to complete. EEO Statement The City of Mount Rainier provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the City of Mount Rainier complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the organization has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. #J-18808-Ljbffr City-of-Mount-Rainier-