POLICE OFFICER

Department:

Police Department

Compensation:

$51,000 - $68,000 - 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 now hiring for a full-time Police Officer. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits. Our Police Department is committed to providing high-quality law enforcement and community policing to local residents and businesses. We welcome applications from 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 Hampstead Town Hall. Completed applications may be returned via mail, email, or fax to:
 
 

Judy Rang, SHRM-CP

Director of Human Resources

Town of Hampstead Town Office

1034 South Carroll Street

Hampstead, MD 21074

Telephone: 410-239-7408

Fax: 410-239-6143

Email: jrang@hampsteadmd.gov