Police Officer - Baltimore Police Department
About The Position
The Baltimore Police Department (BPD) is looking for an outstanding civilian to be a dedicated and driven servant for public safety as a Baltimore City Police Officer. The ideal candidate is someone who is committed to public service, constitutional policing, and making a positive impact on Baltimore communities; is a person of integrity; and has strong communication skills. As a uniformed Baltimore Police Officer, you are assigned to patrol a neighborhood by vehicle or on foot. Employees in this class work rotating shifts including evening, weekends and holiday hours. In this capacity, you respond to emergency and non-emergency calls for service and promote the safety of the public and of fellow police officers. You will be a proactive member of our Department, engaging in community-oriented policing, traffic enforcement, and on occasion, special details. You are expected to meet all administrative requirements. Through provided academic training, you will develop skills to: Assist you in maintaining your composure in high-stress situations Mediate and de-escalate interpersonal conflict Make split second-decisions Problem solve You will learn: Constitutional policing for the 21st century The pathway to Baltimore communities and cultural competencies Federal, state and city laws, statutes and ordinances
Requirements
- Be a United States citizen OR a permanent legal resident of the United States who (i) Is an honorably discharged veteran of the United States Armed Forces; and (ii) Has submitted an application for United States citizenship that is pending approval.
- Possess a valid driver's license. Please note, you cannot have any more than 3 points on your license.
- Must be 20 years of age and 9 months upon beginning the academy.
- Must have a high school diploma or General Education Development (GED) certified diploma recognized by the State Board of Education .
- Must not have any current court orders relating to domestic violence.
- Cannot have been dishonorably discharged from the military.
- No felony or serious misdemeanor convictions. Misdemeanors must be expunged from criminal record.
- Must not have been arrested for DUI within the past 5 years (60 months).
Responsibilities
- Patrol a neighborhood by vehicle or on foot.
- Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls for service
- Promote the safety of the public and of fellow police officers
- Engage in community-oriented policing
- Traffic enforcement
- Attend special details
- Meet all administrative requirements
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
