POLICE OFFICER

Department:

Police Department

Compensation:

negotiable - competitively matched based on experience & training

Hours:

12 hour rotating day and evening shifts (pitman schedule) with every other weekend off

Deadline:

Continuous

Position Objectives:

The Town of Hampstead is currently accepting applications for the position of Police Officer. This is a full-time position with a competitive salary and benefits plan. The Hampstead Police Department is focused on providing quality law enforcement services based on a community policing model to the residents and businesses of the Town and the surrounding community. Applications are being accepted for both entry-level and current MPCTC-certified officers.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Performs a variety of police duties essential to the preservation of law and order in the Town of Hampstead; ensures public safety; controls traffic, and responds to calls for service; performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

21 Years of Age
U.S. Citizen
High School Diploma or GED
Valid driver's license
Successful applicants must be capable of passing an oral interview and comprehensive background investigation, including a polygraph test & psychological screening, as well as a physical & drug screen.

Desirable Training and Experience:

Entry-Level - none

Certified - Current MPCTC certification as a Police Officer in accordance with the Article 41, Section 4-201 of the Annotated Code of Maryland.

Benefits:

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
Short & Long Term Disability & Life Insurance
Law Enforcement Officer Pension System (LEOPS)
All Uniforms & Equipment Provided
Rotating 12-hour Shifts (day and evening) with Every Other Weekend Off
Take-Home Vehicle Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Vacation, Personal, and Sick Leave
Gym-membership Reimbursement

More Information:

Applications are available online (see link below), and paper copies are available at the Police Department. Completed applications may be returned via mail, email, or fax to:

Hampstead Police Department

1112 S Main Street Hampstead, MD 21074

Telephone: 410-239-8954

Fax: 410-239-8659

Email: police@hampsteadmd.gov

Application for Employment

Mission

The Mission of the Hampstead Police Department is to provide our community with professional service, protect and serve with integrity, and embrace the human and civil rights of those we serve. With a focus on providing quality service based on a community policing model, officers build strong ties with various members and businesses of the community while providing professional police services.

Integrity

The staff of the Hampstead Police Department will exhibit high moral character, fairness, professionalism, and trust.

Community

The staff of the Hampstead Police Department will collaborate with all people who live, work, attend school, shop, or visit the Town of Hampstead to provide a safe and enjoyable environment.