Salary : $61,456.00 - $70,132.00 Annually
Location : Frederick Police Department 100 West Patrick Street Frederick, MD 21701
Job Type : Police Officer - Lateral
Job Number : POS-L-2025
Department : Frederick Police Department
Opening Date : 01 / 01 / 2025
Description
JOB SUMMARY (Short Narrative of Job Duties) :
This is a full time experienced position as a municipal police officer with a full service, community-oriented police department. The incumbent conducts law enforcement and peacekeeping activities. The applicant establishes strong involvement with community, using problem solving to address issues of concern. The person in this position is responsible for crime prevention and repression, traffic law enforcement, protective patrol services, arbitration in neighborhood and family disputes, apprehension and arrest (or citation or warning) of criminal law violators and recovery of stolen property. Training is provided; normal work hours during training are M-F, 8 : 00 a.m. - 4 : 00 p.m. Training scheduling may include evenings, weekends and holidays on an as-needed basis. Once trained, normal work days rotate, based on 11 ½ hour days. Officers do not work rotating shifts, meaning no rotations between days and evenings. Regular scheduling may include weekends and holidays.
Example of Duties
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
The following duties are considered essential for this job classification.
- Patrol assigned area of the City in a car, on a motorcycle, or on foot
- Enforce local, State and Federal laws
- Respond to calls related to the protection of life and property, traffic incidents, and other required emergencies
- Prepare reports of arrests made, activities performed, and unusual incidents observed
- Conduct both preliminary and follow-up investigations of disturbances, criminal incidents, hazardous incidents, vehicle accidents, and deaths
- Make arrests
- Interrogate suspects and interview victims, complainants and witnesses
- Coordinate and conduct detailed investigations of violent crimes, child abuse, property crimes, vice, gaming, and narcotics violations
- Testify and present evidence in court
- Provide backup assistance for other officers and personnel
- Collect, preserve, and maintain evidence, found property, and property for safekeeping
- Assist and advise motorists and enforce traffic safety laws by issuing citations and warnings
- Search, fingerprint, and transport prisoners
- Respond to demonstrations, riots, hostage situations, barricaded subjects and other extremely hazardous situations
- Maintain contact with the public regarding potential law enforcement problems and preserve good relationships with the public
- Serve warrants and subpoenas
- Observe, monitor, direct, and control routine and unusual traffic conditions
- Check buildings for physical security
- Administer first aid.
In addition to the duties listed in the Essential Duties Section, each employee in this classification may perform the following duties. Any single position may not be assigned all duties listed below, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be assigned.
Perform undercover and surveillance activitiesDevelop and maintain good relationships with informants and contacts which may be helpful in criminal investigationsPrepare search and arrest warrantsContact and cooperate with other law enforcement and non-law enforcement agencies in matters relating to the apprehension of offenders and the investigation of offensesMake presentations to citizens and groupsAssist in the performance of special investigative and crime prevention dutiesMay serve as a member of a Special Response TeamMay serve as Field Training Officer, supervising and training new personnelCoordinate departmental training programsPrepare, submit, and administer grantsConduct specialized crime prevention programsSeize assets through the preparation and service of asset seizure documentationProvide training for department personnel in such areas as defensive tactics, use of firearms, defensive driving, crowd control, use of chemical agents, and other specialized functionsCollect, analyze, and disseminate criminal street gang informationDirect traffic at fires, special events and other emergency or congested situations.Work is performed independently in accordance with departmental policies, rules, standard practice and established precedent. Incumbents work under infrequent supervision. Deviations from policy are normally referred to next higher command level, however, incumbent may have to evaluate and initiate action if command level direction is not available. Work involves an element of personal danger and the authority to use deadly force as necessary.
Qualifications
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE :
High School Diploma or GEDUnited States citizenshipPossess physical ability to pass agility components of selection processBe able to successfully complete a written examination and oral interview,Possess physical and mental ability to meet medical, drug and psychological screening requirementsPossess an excellent moral character and background that will withstand a comprehensive background investigation, and subsequent polygraph(s)REQUIRED CERTIFICATES AND / OR LICENSES :
Must possess current police officer certification through the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission (MPCTC), or be eligible for recertification through MPCTC as an officer within three-years of separation.Possess a valid Driver's License (at least equivalent to Maryland Class C)OTHER REQUIREMENTS / SKILLS :
Pass in-depth background investigation.Observe accurately and remember faces, numbers, incidents, and placesDemonstrate proficiency in the use and care of firearmsThink and act quickly in emergencies, and judge situations and people accuratelyMaintain a professional demeanor during stressful situationsLearn, understand, and interpret laws, rules, regulations, and policiesAbility to effectively communicate orally and in writing.Prepare accurate and grammatically correct written reportsLearn standard broadcasting procedures of a police radio systemDemonstrate proficiency in the exercise of defensive tacticsHandle an automobile in high speed and emergency situationsEstablish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of workAbility to follow verbal and written instructionsAbility to speak effectively to individuals and groupsUnderstand and carry out oral and written directionsUphold the Law Enforcement Code of Ethics at all times.OTHER DESIRABLES :
BilingualCollege DegreePhysical Requirements
PHYSICAL DEMANDS :
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Make precise arm-hand positioning movements and maintain static arm-hand position such as when sighting and shooting a firearmDirect traffic which requires continuous and repetitive arm-hand movementsUse sufficient strength to enable the incumbent to sprint, jump, or physically overcome resistance when chasing or apprehending suspectsCoordinate the movement of more than one limb simultaneously such as when using a hand radio while driving a vehicle or searching a building with firearm drawn, flashlight on and opening and closing doorsBend or stoop repeatedly and continuously over time such as getting in and out of a patrol car or gathering evidence at crime scenesPatrol officers wear a 15-20 pound utility / gun belt which requires the continuous support from stomach and lower back musclesA patrol officer typically spends 7 - 8 hours per day driving a vehicle which requires the continuous support of lower back musclesClimbing ladders and searching rooftops requires lifting arms above shoulder level and working at heights greater than ten feetSearching for suspects or lost persons may require walking over rough, uneven, slippery or rocky surfaces including fields, parks, hillsides and creeksAn officer is required to listen for alarms, screams, breaking glass or other suspicious and unusual noises that may require investigationMove heavy objects such as equipment (50 pounds and more), and lift and carry injured or intoxicated persons short and long distancesWork outdoors in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to the elements; tolerate very hot and very cold temperaturesSit for extended periods of time and may or may not be able to change positions such as when sitting in a patrol vehicle, or performing surveillanceFoot beat and search activities require walking for extended periods of time, unable to stop, sit or rest at willCrowd and traffic control duties require standing for extended periods of time, unable to sit or rest at will.WORK ENVIRONMENT / CONDITION :
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Frederick Police Department
Police Officer Salary and Benefits
FYE2023)
Base salary of $56,079 for entry-level officers. Salary range for Lateral officers (MPTC Certified or Out of State Comparative Compliance) is $56,079 to $63,081, based on years of certificationReceive full pay and benefits from DAY ONE of your AcademyReceive Cost of Living increases as awarded by the Mayor and BoardUniforms and equipment are furnished, and an allowance is provided for uniform cleaning and the purchase of shoesPermanent shifts-meaning no rotations between days & evenings!Overtime pay at the rate of time and a half (1½) through the rank of SergeantPaid vacations (time is accrued based on years of service)Paid off-duty court appearancesFifteen(15) paid leave days annually for current Military Reservists or National GuardsmanTuition Reimbursement Program22-year retirement plan at 60% of salary, plu s Approved Overtime for highest three consecutive years out of last 10 before retirementEleven (11) Paid Holidays annuallyBereavement and Sabbatical LeaveAvailable Supplemental Savings Program, Deferred Compensation Program, Credit Union membership, and Savings Bond ProgramPaid life insurance coverage, with full Federal and State benefits for in-the-line-of-duty deathsContributory basic health insurance or HMO plans, and non-contributory disability coverage and Life Insurance PlanFull coverage under Workmen's Compensation LawsBi-Lingual PayNight shift differentialDo you hold an MPCTC certification or are you eligible for re-certification within 3 years of separation from another Maryland police agency?
Required Question
Salary : $56,079 - $63,081
