The Prince George's County Police Department is currently seeking experienced police officer (EPO) candidates to be considered for the Comparative Compliance EPO Academy. The Police Department is seeking men and women that exhibit characteristics of good character, sound judgment, honesty, reliability and integrity that blend together with a philosophy for community-oriented policing and a strong desire to serve the interests of the citizens of Prince George's County. Candidates approved for hire in this position will attend a Comparative Compliance EPO Academy. The Comparative Compliance EPO Academy is a 23 week course of instruction designed to meet all of the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission (MPCTC) objectives for certification as a police officer in the State of Maryland. The Comparative Compliance EPO Academy will be offered to all NON-MARYLAND CERTIFIED experienced police officers, to include Federal, Local, and Out-of-State jurisdictions with at least one and a half (1.5) years of service with their respective agencies. The Comparative Compliance EPO Academy is a professional learning environment for advanced officers, NOT a basic instructional academy.  
 
EPO candidates must  be currently certified by a recognized agency and have completed at least one and one half years as a full time Police Officer.

BILINGUAL APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY
 

• Currently certified as a Police Officer with a minimum of 18 months (1.5 years) experience with current agency
• U.S. Citizen
• High School graduate; (60+ college credit hours preferred)
• Possess a valid driver's license
• Pass a comprehensive background investigation to include review of Internal Affairs File, Oral Interview, Polygraph, Psychological Evaluation, and Medical Evaluation
• Pass all of the qualification factors listed in the Additional Information.

Please note - using a mobile device, such as a phone, to complete this application is NOTrecommended.  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.
To be considered for employment, applicants must successfully complete all of the following steps:

1. Submit an online application
2. Preliminary Application and/or Applicant History Review
3. Preliminary Documents and Records Check
4. Comparative Compliance applicants must provide a copy of their basic training syllabus/curriculum to include hours.

If sufficient vacancies exist, applicants at this stage may be contacted to continue into the Background Investigation process, which includes:

1. Download, complete and submit the Personal History Statement (PHS)
2. Participate in Background Investigation & PHS Orientation
3. Initial Interview
4. Background Investigation
5. Oral Board
6. Polygraph Examination
7. Psychological Screening
8. Medical Examination & Drug Screening Test
9. Hiring Consideration
10. Final Offer of Employment
11. Graduation from the Prince George's County Comparative Compliance EPO Academy

 

All male U.S. citizens, and male naturalized citizens living in the U.S., who are 18 and over are required to register with Selective Service.  Please go to the Selective Service website to register or verify your registration.

All notifications for this position will be made via email, therefore each applicant must update their online profile with any changes to personal information, and must continually monitor the email account provided.  Also, be sure to update your junk/spam settings to allow emails from all addresses ending in "@co.pg.md.us".

Reasons for disqualification may include (but are not limited to) the following: previous disqualification; deception; poor work history; poor driving record; suspended license; DWI/DUI;  history or pattern of crimes both reported and not reported; felony/misdemeanor conviction; illegal drug usage, possession, distribution, sale or purchase; falsification of application or other documents; failure to meet physical and mental standards; failure to present a professional appearance; inability to competitively complete any of the component parts of the selection process; and/or any other disqualifying factor as determined by the Office of Human Resources Management Public Safety Investigations Division and/or the Police Department.

For current information on Salary and Benefits please visit Join PGPD. Prince George's County Government is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Diversity in the Workplace

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation during the application and hiring process can click here for specific instructions.