POLICE Officer ENTRY LEVEL (Police Officer Trainee Job Baltimore area,Maryland USA,Government

Position: POLICE OFFICER ENTRY LEVEL (Police Officer Trainee)

Introduction

The Maryland Department of General Services (DGS) supports State and local government agencies, as well as local non‑profit organizations and the citizens of Maryland, by providing facilities management, real estate and surplus property services, and security and law enforcement for State buildings. DGS is also responsible for a full spectrum of facilities engineering, design and construction services, almost $1 billion in annual contract administration, and overseeing the State procurement process.

GRADE

SLE 0001. Selected candidates will start at $37,237 per year. Upon completing the police academy and field training, the candidate will receive SLE 0002 / Step 9, $71,342 per year.

LOCATION OF POSITION

Maryland Capitol Police Department, Baltimore City – 301 W. Preston Street
Annapolis – 29 St. Johns Street

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

The Maryland Capitol Police Candidate Trainee position is the entry‑level law enforcement work within the Maryland Capitol Police. Employees in this class attend a Police Training Academy to learn how to enforce local, state and federal laws and departmental rules and regulations. Employees in this classification must attend the law enforcement academy, pass the required entrance level course, and are considered emergency essential personnel, available for duty at all hours.

POSITION

DUTIES

A Police Officer Trainee is an entry‑level role focused on learning to enforce laws and ensure public safety. Trainees work under close supervision and may be assigned various shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays, with potential call‑ins and overtime. The role progresses as follows:

Trainee – learns under close supervision.
Officer I – works under close or general supervision.
Officer II – performs full duties under general supervision.

Employees may be assigned to rotating or fixed shift schedules and are subject to call‑to‑duty in emergencies. Work may involve outdoor assignments in different weather conditions and frequent walking, standing, vehicle operation, and firearm use.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Graduation from an accredited high school or an accepted high‑school equivalency certificate.
Experience:

None.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Complete the Entrance Level Police Training Course during the probationary period.
Secure a Police Officer certification during the probationary period.
May be required to possess or obtain a special police commission.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Selection criteria for Police Officer certification:

U.S. Citizenship
Must be at least 21 years of age
Satisfactory background investigation, including a criminal history check
Oral interview
Physical and psychological examinations, truth verification, and drug test (COMAR )
Possession of a driver’s license valid in Maryland

Provide a reachable phone number for call‑in duty.

May be required to bear firearms and demonstrate proficiency periodically.

SELECTION PROCESS

Initial Contact – Confirm candidate interest and qualifications.

Fitness Testing – Physical fitness test, consisting of:

Push‑ups: 19 within 1 minute.
Crunches: 28 within 1 minute.
Supine stretch: 1.5 inches beyond toes.
300‑foot dash: within 80 seconds.
Climb over a barrier.
Pull or drag 150 lb weight at least 15 ft.
Stair climbing – two flights up and down.

Application review – Assess candidate‑submitted materials.

Background check – Investigate suitability.

CVSA test – Computer Voice Stress Analysis.

Oral board interview – 3‑person panel.

Conditional offer – Provisional job offer.

Screenings – Psychological test, physical exam, drug screening.

Final offer – Official job offer upon passing screenings.

Training & certification – Field training, firearm qualifications, MPTSC certification.

BENEFITS

Tuition reimbursement, if funding is available.
Free mass transit in Baltimore & Annapolis.
Generous paid leave that increases with years of service.
Paid holidays.
Health coverage with low out‑of‑pocket costs.
Employee & employer contributory pension plan.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Contact tammy.vehstedt or call 410‑767‑4986 with questions about this recruitment. The online application process is strongly preferred. Apply online yland.gov – Human Resources >
Employment >
Current Openings. If applying by paper, send to Human Resources, Dept. of General Services, 301 W. Preston St., Suite 1311, Baltimore, MD 21201 by the closing date and time. TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our veterans for their service to our country.

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