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Nature and Variety of Work ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED POLICE OFFICER - ANNOUNCEMENT #2701 (ENTRY-LEVEL POLICE OFFICERS) The Prince George's County Police Department is now accepting applications from individuals interested in pursuing a rewarding career as a Police Officer. We seek men and women of integrity, sound judgment, and strong character who are dedicated to community-oriented policing and committed to making a positive impact in the lives of Prince George's County residents. Examples of Work Enforce local, state, and federal laws to protect life and property Patrol assigned areas to deter crime and ensure public safety Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls for service Investigate crimes by collecting evidence and interviewing victims and witnesses Prepare accurate reports and maintain detailed records Make arrests and issue citations when appropriate Enforce traffic laws and respond to traffic accidents Provide assistance and support to individuals in crisis situations Engage with the community to build trust and promote crime prevention Testify in court and work with prosecutors and other justice partners Uphold departmental policies, ethical standards, and professional conduct 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 3 months old at time of application) Possess a valid driver's license and at least 6 months driving experience Successfully complete all requirements of the Background and Selection Process BILINGUAL APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY Additional Information APPLICANTS WHO PROVIDE PROOF OF MILITARY SERVICE OR BACHELOR'S DEGREE ARE EXEMPT FROM TAKING THE WRITTEN EXAM. The Prince George's County Police Department is partnering with the National Testing Network (NTN) to administer the written examination. To register with NTN and schedule a test, go to www.nationaltestingnetwork.com, select 'Find Jobs', then select Law Enforcement Jobs and sign up for Prince George's County Police

When you visit the www.nationaltestingnetwork.com website: Complete the NTN registration process and schedule your test. Review all information related to the Prince George's County Police Officer position, including minimum requirements, salary, and benefits. Review detailed information about the testing process

Review the Frequently Asked Questions and take an online practice test (if desired). Upon completion of your scheduled exam, scores are automatically forwarded. Candidates who attain a passing score on the entry-level exam will be placed on the eligibility list.

Police Department Recruiters will contact candidates on the list and will invite them to participate in further stages of the selection process. National Testing Network is a service provided to conduct entry-level testing in a standardized, professional environment. National Testing Network does not replace the Prince George's County Police Department's responsibility and decision-making in the testing process.

All candidate results are provided to the Prince George's County Police Department, where the final decisions are made. PLEASE NOTE. ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY THROUGH WWW.GOVERNMENTJOBS.COM in addition to registering and testing with the National Testing Network

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 Register with the National Testing Network to complete the Written Exam www.nationaltestingnetwork.com Download and complete the participation waiver Self-schedule (online) and pass the APRT

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) Initial Interview Background Investigation Oral Board Polygraph Examination Psychological Screening 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. Register with the National Testing Network and complete the written exam. Download and complete the participation waiver 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. 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 301-780-8175 or 1-888-310-9736. 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. 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