Maryland Department of Transportation
MDOT MTA Lateral Police Officer
Maryland Department of Transportation, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276
Maryland Transit AdministrationMTA Lateral Police Officer(Current MPTSC certification required)
The Maryland Department of Transportation's (MDOT) Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) is recruiting for MTA Lateral Police Officers. The Maryland Transit Administration is seeking SWORN LATERAL POLICE OFFICERS to join its existing force serving MTA Bus, Metro, Light Rail, and MARC Train/Commuter Bus systems.
REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE:AGE/CITIZENSHIP: At least 21 years of age and a citizen of the United StatesEDUCATION: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a GED certificate recognized by the State of Maryland.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION:A copy of your current certification card (If currently employed as a Maryland Police Officer)A recent copy (not over 30 days) of your total driving record (NOT 36 MONTHS). Available from MVA or your state of residenceCopy of your high school diploma or GED certificate from an accredited institutionCopy of your State’s Driver's License
SELECTION PROCESS:Must pass an oral interview; demonstrate ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing; must be of good moral character/reputation and emotionally stable as determined by comprehensive background investigation, to include work history and criminal records check, polygraph examination, and psychological evaluation; must be physically able to perform the essential functions of the job as determined by medical examination, must pass drug and alcohol screening, and physical agility testing; must successfully meet the requirements of minimum standards of training as mandated by the Maryland Police Training and Standards Commission and able to work variable shifts.
This position requires a valid driver's license to legally operate a motor vehicle in the State of Maryland.
Must possess a current Maryland Police Training and Standards Commission (MPTSC) certification.
Applicants may be granted up to nine years of credited service starting at $77,150 to $103,518.
TO APPLY:You must complete a Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) application (Form MJ-45) to be considered for this recruitment. Resumes may not be substituted for the application. It is essential that the application is filled out completely and accurately, listing all relevant experience and addressing the specific requirements shown above. Applications not filled out will not be considered. The selected candidate may be subject to background and reference checks. Employees are subject to the State Substance Abuse Policy to include possible drug testing.
MTA 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.
Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be provided as requested.
The Maryland Department of Transportation 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 H1B Visa candidates from paying sponsorship fees; all sponsorship fees must be assumed by the potential employer.TTY call 711The MTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Issue Date: 07/20/2023#J-18808-Ljbffr
The Maryland Department of Transportation's (MDOT) Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) is recruiting for MTA Lateral Police Officers. The Maryland Transit Administration is seeking SWORN LATERAL POLICE OFFICERS to join its existing force serving MTA Bus, Metro, Light Rail, and MARC Train/Commuter Bus systems.
REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE:AGE/CITIZENSHIP: At least 21 years of age and a citizen of the United StatesEDUCATION: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a GED certificate recognized by the State of Maryland.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION:A copy of your current certification card (If currently employed as a Maryland Police Officer)A recent copy (not over 30 days) of your total driving record (NOT 36 MONTHS). Available from MVA or your state of residenceCopy of your high school diploma or GED certificate from an accredited institutionCopy of your State’s Driver's License
SELECTION PROCESS:Must pass an oral interview; demonstrate ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing; must be of good moral character/reputation and emotionally stable as determined by comprehensive background investigation, to include work history and criminal records check, polygraph examination, and psychological evaluation; must be physically able to perform the essential functions of the job as determined by medical examination, must pass drug and alcohol screening, and physical agility testing; must successfully meet the requirements of minimum standards of training as mandated by the Maryland Police Training and Standards Commission and able to work variable shifts.
This position requires a valid driver's license to legally operate a motor vehicle in the State of Maryland.
Must possess a current Maryland Police Training and Standards Commission (MPTSC) certification.
Applicants may be granted up to nine years of credited service starting at $77,150 to $103,518.
TO APPLY:You must complete a Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) application (Form MJ-45) to be considered for this recruitment. Resumes may not be substituted for the application. It is essential that the application is filled out completely and accurately, listing all relevant experience and addressing the specific requirements shown above. Applications not filled out will not be considered. The selected candidate may be subject to background and reference checks. Employees are subject to the State Substance Abuse Policy to include possible drug testing.
MTA 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.
Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be provided as requested.
The Maryland Department of Transportation 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 H1B Visa candidates from paying sponsorship fees; all sponsorship fees must be assumed by the potential employer.TTY call 711The MTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Issue Date: 07/20/2023#J-18808-Ljbffr