MDTA Police Cadet

Nature of Work

The employee in this classification receives instruction in commercial vehicle safety inspections, the operation of specialized mobile equipment, traffic flow direction, and providing information to travelers. As the work experience progresses, the employee is required to assume more responsible and difficult functions.

Qualifications

• United States Citizenship
• At least 18 years of age and no more than 20 years of age by the hiring date
• Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate
• Class C Maryland Driver's License valid in the State of Maryland

Additional Information

• Candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete a polygraph examination and background investigation.
• Candidates must pass an entrance test and, under a conditional job offer, a physical examination.
• Candidates must successfully complete the Cadet training curriculum.
• Employees in these safety-sensitive classifications may be subject to random and/or post-accident drug/alcohol testing in accordance with Authority regulations on testing for illegal use of drugs and/or the prohibited use of alcohol.

Application Process

To apply, visit www.mdtapolicerecruiting.com.

Note: The Maryland Transportation Authority is not sponsoring new employees in application of the H-1B Visa at this time due to budgetary constraints. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration and Reform Control Act of 1986. Federal regulations prohibit H-1B Visa candidates from paying sponsorship fees, all sponsorship fees must be assumed by the potential employer.

We are an equal opportunity employer. MDOT does not discriminate based on age, ancestry, color, creed, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, belief or opinion, sex, or sexual orientation.

Benefits

We offer more than just a paycheck! We offer healthcare, dental, long term disability, flexible work schedules, and so much more. Read all about our fabulous benefits in detail by visiting: https://www.mdot.maryland.gov/tso/pages/index.aspx?pageid=152.