Park Police Officer Candidate

Job Description

This is an instructional level position. The incumbent will undergo formalized training in law enforcement methods and procedures both in the classroom and in the field. Applicants who successfully complete both the background investigation and medical clearance process will be assigned as a Cadet to an Entry Level Academy Training Class and will receive formal instruction leading to certification in Basic Law Enforcement. Proficiency is measured through written, oral, and practical examination, the cumulative total of which will normally establish an incumbent’s rank as a police officer at a level immediately above Police Officer Candidate. Instructions are explicit and supervision is provided continuously.

Work involves high risk, and the officer must be able to take appropriate action under stress. Work performance is carefully monitored, reviewed, and evaluated by the officer’s immediate supervisor.

Application Process

Please complete the online application by clicking the APPLY link. If you meet the minimum qualifications (listed below), you will receive a formal invitation via email to participate in the entry level officer testing process. Applications that are mailed or hand-delivered will not be considered.

Entry Level Officer Testing Process

Entry level officer testing may be conducted either in-person or online (virtually) through a 3rd party vendor platform. The test is used to predict a candidate’s future performance and behavior through a combination of personality constructs, integrity, and biographical data. Testing takes approximately 3 hours to complete. Applicants will be notified (via email) of their confirmed test date and registration instructions (if applicable).

Applicants may purchase study materials from Industrial/Organization Solutions (IOS) at https://iosolutions.com/shop/? swoof=1&product_cat=police-exam-study-materials&pa_examination=lst. Dress Attire For Testing Business Casual is required to participate in entry level testing both virtually and in-person.

Pre-Hire Information Session

Candidates with passing test scores must attend a virtual “Pre-Hire Information Session” before being considered for an oral board interview. Attendance is mandatory.

Oral Board Interview

Candidates who pass the entry level test AND participate in the mandatory Pre-Hire Information Session must also pass an Oral Board Interview conducted by a Police Assessment Board in order to remain in the hiring process.

Background Investigation

All candidates who participate in the oral board interview and advance to the next step in the hiring process is required to undergo an extensive background investigation and meet the Commission's suitability requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or Certificate of General Educational Development (GED)
• Age requirements in accordance with the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission (currently age 21 by graduation from academy)
• United States Citizen by birth or naturalization
• Successfully pass background investigation and pre-employment medical requirements
• Successfully pass commission’s written exam and oral board for park police officer candidates
• Valid driver’s license in accordance with both State and Commission rules and regulations. Driver’s license must be unencumbered by restrictions, revocations, suspensions, or points that could limit the employee’s ability to drive Commission vehicles or perform driving duties required by the position of assignment.

Classification Specification

Park Police Officer Candidate (1001) These positions are for those interested in working within Montgomery County only. Selection Process Written Examination Pre-Hire Information Session (Mandatory) Oral Board Interview Background Investigation/Computer Voicer Stress Analysis (CVSA) Contingent Employment Offer Medical/Stress/Psychological Evaluations Hire / Orientation Date assigned

Reasons for Disqualification

• Poor work history
• Poor driving record
• Felony conviction(s)
• Illegal drug usage, possession, distribution, sale or purchase
• Falsification of application or other documents
• Inability to competitively complete any of the components of the selection process
• Other disqualifying factor(s) as determined by the M-NCPPC Park Police Department.

Supplemental Information

May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing. The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.