Special Detective Lieutenant Investigator

Introduction If you are looking for an exciting career with great benefits, pension, generous leave, competitive salary, and the opportunity for advancement and professional growth, the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) is seeking dedicated candidates to fill important roles within our department. We are one of the largest departments in Maryland with nearly 12,000 employees and a budget of more than $1 billion. In order to fulfill our mission of promoting safety, we have increased security at our institutions while leading the way in innovative restorative justice projects that will help offenders reintegrate into society upon release. As a member of the DPSCS team, you can have a fulfilling career, while also enjoying a wide range of benefits such as medical and dental coverage, paid time off (i.e. vacation, sick leave), becoming vested in the State pension, supplemental retirement options, and even joining the Maryland State Employees Credit Union.

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LOCATION OF POSITION Howard County 8520 Corridor Road Savage, MD Main Purpose of Job To provide direct supervision to investigators from Internal Investigation Detective Provisional to Internal Investigation Detective Sergeants assigned to the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services Internal Investigative Unit Position Duties To provide direct supervision to investigators from Internal Investigation Detective Provisional to Internal Investigation Detective Sergeants assigned to the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services Internal Investigative Unit. Minimum Qualifications Education: High school diploma or G.E.D. certificate acceptable to the Maryland State Board of Education as described in the Police Training Commission regulation. Experience: Three years of investigative work as a Special Detective Investigator or in a municipal, county, state or federal police agency supervising multiple detectives. Candidates must be retired in good standing or have separated from service in good standing from a certified state, local, or federal law enforcement agency and eligible for a Maryland Police Training Commission certification. Notes: 1. The above educational requirement is set by the Police Training Commission in accordance with Public Safety Article, Section 3-207, Annotated Code of Maryland. 2. Candidates may substitute education at an accredited college or university at the rate of 60 credit hours, including at least 15 credit hours of criminal justice courses for up to one year of the required experience. Desired or Preferred Qualifications 1) Possess a police officer certification and currently deputized to a Federal Task Force. 2) Have experience with applying for and managing electronic surveillance. 3) Have experience working closely with or supervising the daily activities of intelligence analysts. 4) Able to work a flexible work schedule to include evenings, weekends or 24/7 on call. Limitations on Selection This Recruitment Is Limited to Current DPSCS IID Employees Only Licences, Registrations and Certifications 1. Candidates for positions in this classification must possess a Police Officer certification as required by the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission at the time of application. 2. Applicants for this classification, formerly certified by the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission as a Police Officer within the past three years and are eligible for recertification at the time of appointment, meet the certification requirement for this classification. The recertification criteria are listed in the Code of Maryland Regulations 12.04.01.07, available at the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission. 3. Employees in this classification may be required to possess or obtain a special police commission in accordance with Public Safety Article, Section 3-209, Annotated Code of Maryland. Special Requirements 1. Employees must meet the selection standards required and successfully complete the training prescribed by the Police Training Commission for Police Officers in accordance with Public Safety Article, Section 3-207 of the Annotated Code of Maryland. Selection standards for police officer training are listed in detail in the Code of Maryland Regulations Title 12, Subtitle 04, Chapter 01 and include the following: U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien status Must be at least 21 years of age A complete background investigation Oral interview Physical examination Polygraph and psychological evaluations. 2. Candidates for this classification will be given a medical examination to determine their ability to perform job-related functions. 3. Employees in this classification will be required to bear firearms, and to demonstrate practical knowledge and proficiency in the safe use and care of firearms on a periodic basis. 4. Employees in this classification are subject to call-in on a 24-hours a day basis and will be required to provide the employing agency with a telephone number where they can be reached. 5. Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 06.01.09, 12.04.01 and Police Training Commission General Regulation .01-1, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs. Benefits As an employee of the State of Maryland, you will have access to outstanding benefits, including: health insurance, dental, and vision plans offered at a low cost. Personal Leave - new State employees are awarded six (6) personnel days annually (prorated based on start date) Annual Leave - ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year Sick Leave - fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year Parental Leave - up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child Holidays - State employees also celebrate at least twelve (12) holidays per year Pension - State employees earn credit towards a retirement pension People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Maryland