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  • EXPERIENCED DEPUTY SHERIFF

  • Prince George's County Health Department
  • Annapolis, Maryland 21403 United States View Map

Summary

About the Agency The Prince George's County Office of the Sheriff has been a vital link in the criminal justice system for more than 300 years, providing the citizens of Prince George's County with professional, transparent, and effective law enforcement service. The Office of the Sheriff serves as the law enforcement arm of the courts, responding to domestic violence calls, processing warrants, civil papers, domestic violence peace and protective orders, Emergency Psychiatric Petition (E.P.S.) orders, and the execution of evictions. The Office of the Sheriff is also responsible for court security, providing security and protection for visitors to our courthouses and securing courtrooms and holding areas. Deputies transport prisoners and are responsible for extraditing fugitives from other states.About the Position The Prince George's County Office of the Sheriff is currently seeking qualified candidates to fill multiple permanent, full-time Experienced Deputy Sheriffs (EDS) (Deputy Sheriff Private), grade W21 .Candidates must have at least one year of prior experience as a certified full-time Police Officer or qualified law enforcement officer.Examples of Work Provide effective and efficient law enforcement services to the residents of Prince George's CountyPerform general law enforcement and investigations controlling and serving warrants and/or extraditing persons wanted on criminal warrantsTransport prisoners to and from various institutions and courts throughout the State of Maryland and the United StatesArrest, detain and process prisoners that are in the custody of the Office of the SheriffServe civil processes/summonsesExecute writs/court ordersMaintain security in the courtrooms of the Circuit and District CourtsMonitor prisoners in holding areasPerform court related house evictionsComplete reportsQualifications Minimum QualificationsU.S. CitizenHigh School graduate or possess a G.E.D.At least 21 years of age at the time of submitting an applicationCompleted at least one (1) year as a certified full-time Police Officer or qualified law enforcement officerPossess a valid driver's license and at least 6 months of post-license driving experiencePass all of the qualification factors listed in the Additional InformationRegistered with Selective ServiceWilling to be an essential employeePreferred QualificationsCurrently certified by the Maryland Police and Correctional Training CommissionCompleted at least one (1) year as a certified full-time Police Officer or qualified law enforcement officer in the State of Maryland60+ college credit hoursThis position is designated essential The incumbent must be willing to participate as a critical/essential employee during emergencies in the event of a natural or manmade disaster; or special activities/events. Essential employees are expected to report to work or remain at work when other County employees are granted administrative leave. Employees in this classification may be assigned to any of the three shifts to ensure 24-hour coverage to maintain the facility's security.EACH APPLICANT MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION WHICH CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION.Additional Information Salary Range Transparency: The salary range listed in this announcement reflects the offer range for this position. Offers made within this range are based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity.Job Location: Prince George's County, MDConditions of Employment:Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties, if applicable.Successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings, where applicable.Be willing to be an essential employee. Essential employees are expected to report to work or remain at work when other County employees are granted administrative leave. Employees in this classification may be assigned to any of the three shifts to ensure 24-hour coverage to maintain the facility's security.Depth and Scope of Application Process: DO NOT use a mobile device, such as a phone, to complete this application. You are highly encouraged to use a desktop or laptop computer so that you can carefully and thoroughly read and understand all aspects of applying for this position.Applicants applying under this recruitment announcement will be considered for the Winter start.Notifications Notifications for this position will be made via email.Applicants must monitor the e‑mail account provided and update their online profile with any changes to personal information.Applicants must ensure that your e‑mail account allows emails from all addresses ending in "@co.pg.md.us".For more information, you may contact a Sheriff Recruiter at sheriffrecruitment@co.pg.md.usEligibility to Work Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, an employer is required to hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to provide and verify authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S., only after an offer has been accepted and the Form I-9 is completed. For information on E-Verify, or if you believe the County has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or visit their website at dhs.gov/E-Verify.Internal Applicants If you are a current Prince George's County Government employee and seeking a promotion, in accordance with Section 16-200 of the Personnel Law, you have the right to appeal a rejection rating within five (5) working days of receiving a rejection notice. Union employees should refer to their respective collective bargaining agreement and/or union representative for their grievance procedure.Equal Opportunity / Diversity Prince George's County Government is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

About the Agency The Prince George's County Office of the Sheriff has been a vital link in the criminal justice system for more than 300 years, providing the citizens of Prince George's County with professional, transparent, and effective law enforcement service. The Office of the Sheriff serves as the law enforcement arm of the courts, responding to domestic violence calls, processing warrants, civil papers, domestic violence peace and protective orders, Emergency Psychiatric Petition (E.P.S.) orders, and the execution of evictions. The Office of the Sheriff is also responsible for court security, providing security and protection for visitors to our courthouses and securing courtrooms and holding areas. Deputies transport prisoners and are responsible for extraditing fugitives from other states.About the Position The Prince George's County Office of the Sheriff is currently seeking qualified candidates to fill multiple permanent, full-time Experienced Deputy Sheriffs (EDS) (Deputy Sheriff Private), grade W21 .Candidates must have at least one year of prior experience as a certified full-time Police Officer or qualified law enforcement officer.Examples of Work Provide effective and efficient law enforcement services to the residents of Prince George's CountyPerform general law enforcement and investigations controlling and serving warrants and/or extraditing persons wanted on criminal warrantsTransport prisoners to and from various institutions and courts throughout the State of Maryland and the United StatesArrest, detain and process prisoners that are in the custody of the Office of the SheriffServe civil processes/summonsesExecute writs/court ordersMaintain security in the courtrooms of the Circuit and District CourtsMonitor prisoners in holding areasPerform court related house evictionsComplete reportsQualifications Minimum QualificationsU.S. CitizenHigh School graduate or possess a G.E.D.At least 21 years of age at the time of submitting an applicationCompleted at least one (1) year as a certified full-time Police Officer or qualified law enforcement officerPossess a valid driver's license and at least 6 months of post-license driving experiencePass all of the qualification factors listed in the Additional InformationRegistered with Selective ServiceWilling to be an essential employeePreferred QualificationsCurrently certified by the Maryland Police and Correctional Training CommissionCompleted at least one (1) year as a certified full-time Police Officer or qualified law enforcement officer in the State of Maryland60+ college credit hoursThis position is designated essential The incumbent must be willing to participate as a critical/essential employee during emergencies in the event of a natural or manmade disaster; or special activities/events. Essential employees are expected to report to work or remain at work when other County employees are granted administrative leave. Employees in this classification may be assigned to any of the three shifts to ensure 24-hour coverage to maintain the facility's security.EACH APPLICANT MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION WHICH CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION.Additional Information Salary Range Transparency: The salary range listed in this announcement reflects the offer range for this position. Offers made within this range are based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity.Job Location: Prince George's County, MDConditions of Employment:Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties, if applicable.Successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings, where applicable.Be willing to be an essential employee. Essential employees are expected to report to work or remain at work when other County employees are granted administrative leave. Employees in this classification may be assigned to any of the three shifts to ensure 24-hour coverage to maintain the facility's security.Depth and Scope of Application Process: DO NOT use a mobile device, such as a phone, to complete this application. You are highly encouraged to use a desktop or laptop computer so that you can carefully and thoroughly read and understand all aspects of applying for this position.Applicants applying under this recruitment announcement will be considered for the Winter start.Notifications Notifications for this position will be made via email.Applicants must monitor the e‑mail account provided and update their online profile with any changes to personal information.Applicants must ensure that your e‑mail account allows emails from all addresses ending in "@co.pg.md.us".For more information, you may contact a Sheriff Recruiter at sheriffrecruitment@co.pg.md.usEligibility to Work Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, an employer is required to hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to provide and verify authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S., only after an offer has been accepted and the Form I-9 is completed. For information on E-Verify, or if you believe the County has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or visit their website at dhs.gov/E-Verify.Internal Applicants If you are a current Prince George's County Government employee and seeking a promotion, in accordance with Section 16-200 of the Personnel Law, you have the right to appeal a rejection rating within five (5) working days of receiving a rejection notice. Union employees should refer to their respective collective bargaining agreement and/or union representative for their grievance procedure.Equal Opportunity / Diversity Prince George's County Government is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace#J-18808-Ljbffr

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