Job Information
City of Frostburg Lateral Police Officer in Frostburg, Maryland
A Police Officer operates under the general direction and supervision of the police departments chain-of-command and is expected to exercise independent judgment and discretion on a regular basis. A Police Officer is responsible for general patrols of the City; the investigation and detection of crime; the arrest of criminal suspects and wanted persons; the issuance of citations and warnings for violations of the law; handling of police incidents and emergency calls; traffic enforcement; parking enforcement; community engagement; crime prevention; and other policing duties as assigned. All sworn officers are certified as Police Officers by the Maryland Police Training and Standards Commission and have the authority to enforce the laws of Maryland. Many members of the department have additional, collateral or administrative duties, in addition to law enforcement work, as follows. Specific duties are assigned by the Chief of Police or designee.
Starting wage/salary for a lateral police officer will depend on education and experience.
Examples of Duties
First Responder Services
Respond to emergency calls for police assistance
Respond to crimes in progress
Respond to motor vehicle crashes
Criminal Investigations
Interviewing victims, witnesses, and suspects
Drafting detailed investigative reports
Collection of evidence
Criminal Arrests
Arrests of suspects of crimes, including cooperative and resistive suspects
Transport of arrested persons to holding facilities and the District Court Commissioner
Completion of all required paperwork
Traffic Control and Enforcement
Monitors traffic in the City
Conducts traffic stops and issues warnings or citations for violations
Makes arrests for serious traffic violations, such as DWI/DUI
Directs traffic at school crossings and other areas as needed
Courtroom Testimony
Appears in courts and testifies as needed
Appears at administrative hearings and testifies as needed
Parking and Civil Infractions
Enforcement by citation or warning for violations of the City Code regarding parking
Enforcement by citation or warning for violations of the City Code regarding littering, open container, public urination, etc.
Community Policing and Problem-Solving
Engage with community members, business owners and staff, school community members
Participate in various community events
Other
- Performs numerous other daily duties as required, ordered, assigned, or discovered
Typical Qualifications
Lateral Police Officer Applicants Must Meet the Following Qualifications:
- High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
- Good Moral Character
- No disqualifying criminal record (no serious crimes, no crimes of moral turpitude, etc.)
- Good reputation in the community
- Physically capable of job duties per medical examination
- Possess a valid drivers license
- Must be Certified by Maryland Police Training and Standards Commission for Police Officer Certification or certified in another state (will require six week course to become certified in MD)
Supplemental Information
All Applicants Must Complete the Following Processes before receiving an official job offer:
- Oral Interview Panel
- Thorough Background Investigation Process
- Polygraph/Truth Verification Testing
- Psychological Testing
- Medical Exam and Clearance
- Final Review by Chief, Commissioner, and Administrator
*Additional Information:* City Police Officers are issued all necessary uniform and equipment items, including a City cell phone, provided a uniform maintenance allowance, and provided with all necessary academy and in-service training.
All officers have significant opportunities to earn overtime pay, court pay, bonuses, and shift differential pay.
Typical bi-weeklyschedule is 80 hours (six 12 hour shifts and one 8 hour flex shift).
Must be willing to work weekends, night shifts, and overtime. Current schedule alternates the weekends worked among Officers.
If you are looking for interesting and meaningful work, with an opportunity to serve the community every day, apply with us by submitting this application.
Applications are forwarded to Chief of Police on a regular basis for review.
The Frostburg Police Department places a heavy emphasis on community policing and has a rich history of policing of over 150 years.
The City of Frostburg is an equal opportunity employer.Interested parties of all races and genders are encouraged to apply.
Full Time Permanent Benefits Include the following: Medical insurance Optional dental Insurance Optionalvision insurance Stipend if employee is covered under spouse or parents health/dental insurance Term life insurance at no cost to the employee 13 paid holidays Vacation, sick and safe leave Participation in the Maryland State Pension System (LEOPS for police officers) Optional 457 Retirement Plan - City will match up to 1% if employee contribues 1% All employees also receive additional wellness benefits, including:
Season pass to the Frostburg Pool Optional subsidized gym memberships (enroll July 1) Employee recognition lunches and holiday parties Three free facility rentals per year