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Pre-Academy Recruit Trainee - Non-Merit
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Pre-Academy Recruit Trainee
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- Non-Merit Baltimore County, MD
- 3.
- Non-Merit Salary $34.
NON-MERIT
Job Number 10.507 01-2025 Department POLICE Opening Date 01/10/2023Description Benefits Questions Regular Schedule:
39 hours per week Non-Merit vacancies exist in the Police Department, Operations Division. Non-merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan. All interested candidates must apply at this time. List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experiences on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.Note:
Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time. You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application. Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application. Examples of DutiesEXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Under close supervision, performs and trains to perform a variety of police field and administrative support functions prior to employment as a Probationary Police Officer. Examples of Essential Duties Performs administrative functions in a precinct or specialized police unit. Receives and responds to requests from the public for non-emergency assistance and information. Answers questions and provides advice and consultation to the public. Works undercover to investigate crimes and target criminal activities. Provides assistance to police officers in the performance of their duties by directing traffic, inspecting vehicles, and issuing citations and repair orders. Assists with crowd control and special events. Assists police officers in processing and monitoring prisoners. Accesses MILES, NCIC, MVA, and other police and criminal justice computer networks to enter, retrieve, review, research, and gather information and perform criminal background checks on subjects. Communicates through law enforcement radio channels and through computer networks to provide information to officers, verify warrants, and identify wanted vehicles and people. Composes, sends, and receives teletypes. Provides arrest and warrant information to police officers. Investigates complaints, gathers information, and writes reports. Contacts victims, officers, and the public. Arranges for towing of abandoned vehicles. Processes evidence in accordance with regulations. Assists in the disposal of contraband. Inspects and maintains equipment, including vehicles, firearms, and clothing. Performs precinct and property inspections. Assists in providing security at police facilities.Examples of Other Duties:
Provides routine office support such as sorting and distributing mail, answering and directing telephone calls, and filing. Performs other related duties as required. (NOTE:
The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.) QualificationsAPPLICANTS TO THIS JOB CLASSIFICATION MUST HAVE
COMPLETEDTHE POLICE OFFICER APPLICATION PROCESS AND RECEIVED A CONDITIONAL OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT INTO THE POLICE ACADEMY
;OR RESIGNED FROM THE CURRENT POLICE ACADEMY CLASS AND ARE ELIGIBLE TO ACCEPT AN APPOINTMENT TO A FUTURE POLICE ACADEMY CLASS.
Training and Experience:
Possession of a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Entry Level): Knowledge of the English language, including grammar and spelling. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to follow directions. Ability to function in a structured organization with strict rules of conduct. Ability to maintain an appropriate attitude and demeanor. Ability to function effectively under hazardous conditions.Age Requirement:
Applicants must be at least 21 years of age at the time of their graduation from the Police Academy.Physical Requirements:
Applicants are subject to a test of physical ability and/or a medical examination. Persons appointed to this classification must be able to safely perform the duties of the position without posing a threat to the health or safety of themselves or others. A medical examination may be used to determine fitness for duty.Character Requirements:
Applicants must subject to a comprehensive background investigation, psychological screening, polygraph examination, and drug test. Persons appointed to this classification must be of good moral character and emotionally stable and are subject to periodic drug testing.Citizenship Requirements:
All applicants must be citizens of the United States at the time of appointment. Licenses and Certificates Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a non-commercial Class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of appointment. Character Requirements All applicants must be of good moral character and emotionally stable, as determined by a comprehensive background investigation and drug test. Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application. Proof of Degree Equivalency Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org) Mail or deliver documents to:
ATTN:
Pre-Academy Recruit Trainee- Non-Merit Office of Human Resources Baltimore County Government 308 Allegheny Ave.
EXAMINATION PROCEDURE
Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes. Conditions of Employment Pre-Academy Recruit is a temporary appointment. Employees holding a Pre-Academy Recruit position must be appointed to a Police Officer position and attend the Police Academy within one year from date of appointment in a Pre-Academy Recruit position.Physical and Environmental Conditions:
The work of this classification entails frequent walking, standing, and the operation of vehicles and firearms. Work requires exposure to potentially hazardous law enforcement and public safety activities, and conditions such as adverse weather and armed and dangerous persons.Conditions of Employment:
Employees in this classification may be assigned to work on either a rotating or fixed shift basis, which will include nights, evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Employees in this classification are subject to call to duty in emergencies, and may be required to work overtime with little or no notice. Upon completion of the academy training, officers will be assigned to a precinct or traffic post at the discretion of the Police Department. Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination and drug screen and an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to a criminal background, education, and fingerprint check. Employment Benefits for Non-Merit or Non-Classified, Part-Time Employees Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise. Equal Opportunity Employer Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants. Smoke free workplace All Baltimore County offices are smoke free. Drug free workplace Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination. Employee Assistance Program Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life. Health Insurance In order to qualify for health insurance benefits (medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance), part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week. Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire.Plans offered include:
Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance. Flexible Spending Accounts Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs. Life Insurance In order to qualify for life insurance benefits, part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week. Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000. Retirement Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System, with very limited exceptions. Paid Leave Sick Leave- Monthly sick leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. No maximum on accrual. Accrued balance can be applied toward service credit at retirement. Vacation Leave
- Monthly vacation leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. Earnings increase after five, ten and fifteen years of service generally. Holidays
- Part-time 30 to 39 hour non-merit or non-classified employees will generally be paid for ten holidays per calendar year.
Regular Schedule:
39 hours per week Non-Merit vacancies exist in the Police Department, Operations Division. Non-merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan. All interested candidates must apply at this time. List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experiences on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.Note:
Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time. You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application. Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application. Examples of DutiesEXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Under close supervision, performs and trains to perform a variety of police field and administrative support functions prior to employment as a Probationary Police Officer. Examples of Essential Duties Performs administrative functions in a precinct or specialized police unit. Receives and responds to requests from the public for non-emergency assistance and information. Answers questions and provides advice and consultation to the public. Works undercover to investigate crimes and target criminal activities. Provides assistance to police officers in the performance of their duties by directing traffic, inspecting vehicles, and issuing citations and repair orders. Assists with crowd control and special events. Assists police officers in processing and monitoring prisoners. Accesses MILES, NCIC, MVA, and other police and criminal justice computer networks to enter, retrieve, review, research, and gather information and perform criminal background checks on subjects. Communicates through law enforcement radio channels and through computer networks to provide information to officers, verify warrants, and identify wanted vehicles and people. Composes, sends, and receives teletypes. Provides arrest and warrant information to police officers. Investigates complaints, gathers information, and writes reports. Contacts victims, officers, and the public. Arranges for towing of abandoned vehicles. Processes evidence in accordance with regulations. Assists in the disposal of contraband. Inspects and maintains equipment, including vehicles, firearms, and clothing. Performs precinct and property inspections. Assists in providing security at police facilities.Examples of Other Duties:
Provides routine office support such as sorting and distributing mail, answering and directing telephone calls, and filing. Performs other related duties as required. (NOTE:
The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.) QualificationsAPPLICANTS TO THIS JOB CLASSIFICATION MUST HAVE
COMPLETEDTHE POLICE OFFICER APPLICATION PROCESS AND RECEIVED A CONDITIONAL OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT INTO THE POLICE ACADEMY
;OR RESIGNED FROM THE CURRENT POLICE ACADEMY CLASS AND ARE ELIGIBLE TO ACCEPT AN APPOINTMENT TO A FUTURE POLICE ACADEMY CLASS.
Training and Experience:
Possession of a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Entry Level): Knowledge of the English language, including grammar and spelling. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to follow directions. Ability to function in a structured organization with strict rules of conduct. Ability to maintain an appropriate attitude and demeanor. Ability to function effectively under hazardous conditions.Age Requirement:
Applicants must be at least 21 years of age at the time of their graduation from the Police Academy.Physical Requirements:
Applicants are subject to a test of physical ability and/or a medical examination. Persons appointed to this classification must be able to safely perform the duties of the position without posing a threat to the health or safety of themselves or others. A medical examination may be used to determine fitness for duty.Character Requirements:
Applicants must subject to a comprehensive background investigation, psychological screening, polygraph examination, and drug test. Persons appointed to this classification must be of good moral character and emotionally stable and are subject to periodic drug testing.Citizenship Requirements:
All applicants must be citizens of the United States at the time of appointment. Licenses and Certificates Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a non-commercial Class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of appointment. Character Requirements All applicants must be of good moral character and emotionally stable, as determined by a comprehensive background investigation and drug test. Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application. Proof of Degree Equivalency Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org) Mail or deliver documents to:
ATTN:
Pre-Academy Recruit Trainee- Non-Merit Office of Human Resources Baltimore County Government 308 Allegheny Ave.
EXAMINATION PROCEDURE
Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes. Conditions of Employment Pre-Academy Recruit is a temporary appointment. Employees holding a Pre-Academy Recruit position must be appointed to a Police Officer position and attend the Police Academy within one year from date of appointment in a Pre-Academy Recruit position.Physical and Environmental Conditions:
The work of this classification entails frequent walking, standing, and the operation of vehicles and firearms. Work requires exposure to potentially hazardous law enforcement and public safety activities, and conditions such as adverse weather and armed and dangerous persons.Conditions of Employment:
Employees in this classification may be assigned to work on either a rotating or fixed shift basis, which will include nights, evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Employees in this classification are subject to call to duty in emergencies, and may be required to work overtime with little or no notice. Upon completion of the academy training, officers will be assigned to a precinct or traffic post at the discretion of the Police Department. Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination and drug screen and an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to a criminal background, education, and fingerprint check. Employment Benefits for Non-Merit or Non-Classified, Part-Time Employees Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise. Equal Opportunity Employer Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants. Smoke free workplace All Baltimore County offices are smoke free. Drug free workplace Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination. Employee Assistance Program Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life. Health Insurance In order to qualify for health insurance benefits (medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance), part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week. Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire.Plans offered include:
Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance. Flexible Spending Accounts Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs. Life Insurance In order to qualify for life insurance benefits, part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week. Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000. Retirement Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System, with very limited exceptions. Paid Leave Sick Leave- Monthly sick leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. No maximum on accrual. Accrued balance can be applied toward service credit at retirement. Vacation Leave
- Monthly vacation leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. Earnings increase after five, ten and fifteen years of service generally. Holidays
- Part-time 30 to 39 hour non-merit or non-classified employees will generally be paid for ten holidays per calendar year.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Sick Leave
- Bereavement/Mental Health Leave
- Other Retirement and Savings
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A Law Enforcement Officer enforces jurisdictional laws, maintains public safety, and protects property and people in the community. Patrols neighborhoods, responds to emergency calls and crime scenes, watches for traffic and driving violations. Authorized to arrest criminals; prepares cases and testifies in court.
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