Description Maryland Transit AdministrationEntry-Level Police Officer MTA IS A MEMBER OF LEOPS (LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS PENSION SYSTEMS)ATTRACTIVE RETIREMENT AND BENEFIT PACKAGE PROVIDED
The Maryland Department of Transportation's (MDOT)Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) is recruiting for Entry-Level Police Officers to join its existing police force serving MTA Bus, Metro, Light Rail, and MARC Train/Commuter Bus systems.
This is an intermediate level of law enforcement work at the MTA. These duties will include but are not limited to; enforcing laws, rules and regulations governing the protection of personnel and State property; performing safety and security duties patrolling in motor vehicles or on foot; responding to trespassers and suspicious persons; directing vehicular traffic and enforcing parking regulations; issuing verbal and written warnings or issuing citations and make arrests; investigating accidents and criminal activity; writing clear and accurate incident and accident reports in accordance with agency guidelines; responding to disturbances and emergencies; rendering emergency first aid; transporting suspects in State vehicles; and performing other related duties and participating in additional training as required. This position will care for and bare firearms.
Qualifications
REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE:
AGE/CITIZENSHIP: At least 20 ½ years of age and a citizen of the United States
EDUCATION: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a GED certificate recognized by the State of Maryland.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION:
The following must be submitted with your application:
1. A recent copy (not over 30 days) of your total driving record (NOT 36 MONTHS). Available from
REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE:
AGE/CITIZENSHIP: At least 20 ½ years of age and a citizen of the United States
EDUCATION: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a GED certificate recognized by the State of Maryland.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION:
The following must be submitted with your application:
1. A recent copy (not over 30 days) of your total driving record (NOT 36 MONTHS). Available from MVA or your state of residence
2. Copy of your high school diploma or GED certificate from an accredited institution
3. Copy of your Driver's License
SELECTION STANDARDS: Must pass an oral interview; demonstrate ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing; must be of good moral character/reputation and emotionally stable as determined by comprehensive background investigation, to include work history and criminal records check, polygraph examination, and psychological evaluation; must be physically able to perform the essential functions of the job as determined by medical examination, must pass drug and alcohol screening, and physical agility testing; must successfully meet the requirements of minimum standards of training as mandated by the Maryland Police Training and Standards Commission and able to work variable shifts.
SELECTION PROCEDURE:
1. Written Examination
2. Physical Agility Test
3. Oral Interview
4. Background Investigation
5. Polygraph Examination
6. Psychological and Medical Examinations
Licenses & Certifications
This position requires a valid driver's license to legally operate a motor vehicle in the State of Maryland.
A complete driving record is required; driving record must be within MTA standards (no more than 2 moving violations in the last 3 years; no more than 3 moving violations in the past 5 years; and no more than 4 current points.