What are the responsibilities and job description for the Entry Level Police Officer position at City of Frostburg (MD)?
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A Police Officer operates under the general direction and supervision of the police department’s chain-of-command and is expected to exercise independent judgment and discretion on a regular basis. A Police Officer is responsible for general patrols of the City; the investigation and detection of crime; the arrest of criminal suspects and wanted persons; the issuance of citations and warnings for violations of the law; handling of police incidents and emergency calls; traffic enforcement; parking enforcement; community engagement; crime prevention; and other policing duties as assigned. All sworn officers are certified as Police Officers by the Maryland Police Training and Standards Commission and have the authority to enforce the laws of Maryland. Many members of the department have additional, collateral or administrative duties, in addition to law enforcement work, as follows. Specific duties are assigned by the Chief of Police or designee.Advertised pay is the annual base pay after graduation of the police academy. This job posting is for the February 2025 police academy.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
First Responder ServicesRespond to emergency calls for police assistanceRespond to motor vehicle crashesRespond to crimes in progressCriminal InvestigationsInterviewing victims, witnesses, and suspectsDrafting detailed investigative reportsCollection of evidenceCriminal ArrestsArrests of suspects of crimes, including cooperative and resistive suspectsTransport of arrested persons to holding facilities and the District Court CommissionerCompletion of all required paperworkTraffic Control and EnforcementMonitors traffic in the CityConducts traffic stops and issues warnings or citations for violationsMakes arrests for serious traffic violations, such as DWI/DUIDirects traffic at school crossings and other areas as neededCourtroom TestimonyAppears in courts and testifies as neededAppears at administrative hearings and testifies as neededParking and Civil InfractionsEnforcement by citation or warning for violations of the City Code regarding parkingEnforcement by citation or warning for violations of the City Code regarding littering, open container, public urination, etc.Community Policing and Problem-SolvingEngage with community members, business owners and staff, school community membersParticipate in various community eventsOtherPerforms numerous other daily duties as required, ordered, assigned, or discovered
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
All Applicants Must Complete the Following Processes before receiving an official job offer: Complete and Pass Physical Fitness Test (Current Standards are here) Test is scored by pass/fail. Must obtain a passing score in all activities.Oral Interview PanelThorough Background Investigation ProcessPolygraph/Truth Verification TestingPsychological TestingMedical Exam and ClearanceFinal Review by Chief, Commissioner, and AdministratorAdditional Information: Upon the completion of the above processes, a five year employment contract is required for the City's investment into the training of a new Officer. It is encouraged for applicants that make it to the oral interview to take at least one ride along before committing to the employment agreement.City Police Officers are issued all necessary uniform and equipment items, including a City cell phone, provided a uniform maintenance allowance, and provided with all necessary academy and in-service training. All officers have significant opportunities to earn overtime pay, court pay, bonuses, and shift differential pay. After academy graduation, typical bi-weekly scheduled hours are 80 hours (six 12 hour shifts and one 8 hour flex shift). OT assignments are made as needed.Must be willing to work weekend and night shifts. Current schedule alternates the weekends worked among Officers.If you are looking for interesting and meaningful work, with an opportunity to serve the community every day, apply with us by submitting this application. All applications will be reviewed after the closing date of the job posting.The Frostburg Police Department places a heavy emphasis on community policing and has a rich history of policing of over 150 years.The City of Frostburg is an equal opportunity employer.Interested parties of all races and genders are encouraged to apply.
A Police Officer operates under the general direction and supervision of the police department’s chain-of-command and is expected to exercise independent judgment and discretion on a regular basis. A Police Officer is responsible for general patrols of the City; the investigation and detection of crime; the arrest of criminal suspects and wanted persons; the issuance of citations and warnings for violations of the law; handling of police incidents and emergency calls; traffic enforcement; parking enforcement; community engagement; crime prevention; and other policing duties as assigned. All sworn officers are certified as Police Officers by the Maryland Police Training and Standards Commission and have the authority to enforce the laws of Maryland. Many members of the department have additional, collateral or administrative duties, in addition to law enforcement work, as follows. Specific duties are assigned by the Chief of Police or designee.Advertised pay is the annual base pay after graduation of the police academy. This job posting is for the February 2025 police academy.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
First Responder ServicesRespond to emergency calls for police assistanceRespond to motor vehicle crashesRespond to crimes in progressCriminal InvestigationsInterviewing victims, witnesses, and suspectsDrafting detailed investigative reportsCollection of evidenceCriminal ArrestsArrests of suspects of crimes, including cooperative and resistive suspectsTransport of arrested persons to holding facilities and the District Court CommissionerCompletion of all required paperworkTraffic Control and EnforcementMonitors traffic in the CityConducts traffic stops and issues warnings or citations for violationsMakes arrests for serious traffic violations, such as DWI/DUIDirects traffic at school crossings and other areas as neededCourtroom TestimonyAppears in courts and testifies as neededAppears at administrative hearings and testifies as neededParking and Civil InfractionsEnforcement by citation or warning for violations of the City Code regarding parkingEnforcement by citation or warning for violations of the City Code regarding littering, open container, public urination, etc.Community Policing and Problem-SolvingEngage with community members, business owners and staff, school community membersParticipate in various community eventsOtherPerforms numerous other daily duties as required, ordered, assigned, or discovered
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
All Applicants Must Complete the Following Processes before receiving an official job offer: Complete and Pass Physical Fitness Test (Current Standards are here) Test is scored by pass/fail. Must obtain a passing score in all activities.Oral Interview PanelThorough Background Investigation ProcessPolygraph/Truth Verification TestingPsychological TestingMedical Exam and ClearanceFinal Review by Chief, Commissioner, and AdministratorAdditional Information: Upon the completion of the above processes, a five year employment contract is required for the City's investment into the training of a new Officer. It is encouraged for applicants that make it to the oral interview to take at least one ride along before committing to the employment agreement.City Police Officers are issued all necessary uniform and equipment items, including a City cell phone, provided a uniform maintenance allowance, and provided with all necessary academy and in-service training. All officers have significant opportunities to earn overtime pay, court pay, bonuses, and shift differential pay. After academy graduation, typical bi-weekly scheduled hours are 80 hours (six 12 hour shifts and one 8 hour flex shift). OT assignments are made as needed.Must be willing to work weekend and night shifts. Current schedule alternates the weekends worked among Officers.If you are looking for interesting and meaningful work, with an opportunity to serve the community every day, apply with us by submitting this application. All applications will be reviewed after the closing date of the job posting.The Frostburg Police Department places a heavy emphasis on community policing and has a rich history of policing of over 150 years.The City of Frostburg is an equal opportunity employer.Interested parties of all races and genders are encouraged to apply.
