Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission
Lateral/Comparative Compliance Park Police Officer
Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, Greenbelt, Maryland, us, 20771
Lateral/Comparative Compliance Park Police Officer
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The Maryland‑National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is currently seeking applicants for
Lateral / Comparative Compliance Park Police Officers
within Montgomery County. The Montgomery County Park Police division secures and protects over 400 parks across 37,000 acres of park land to include trails, athletic fields, campsites, and playgrounds on a 24‑hour basis.
Become part of a dedicated team driven to make a meaningful difference in the community through a fulfilling career in law enforcement. We’re looking for individuals who embody strong character, good judgment, honesty, reliability, and steadfast integrity.
Job Description
Officers within this class are responsible for maintaining public peace, protecting life and property, enforcing laws and conducting basic investigations under general supervision according to established Commission procedures. Officers may patrol regional parks or other assigned areas in a patrol car, motorcycle, horseback, or foot; observe and report incidents of vandalism, violations of state law and park rules and regulations; note and report unsafe and unsightly conditions within parks; direct traffic and parking; respond to calls for service and render assistance as needed; secure a crime or accident scene and take initial statements from victims and witnesses; apprehend, arrest, and book suspects; write reports on incidents encountered during patrol; and assist with crowd control at various Commission and community events. Officers may prepare cases and appear in court to testify as arresting officer or witness. They may be assigned to perform preliminary or follow‑up investigations (under supervisor) and prepare reports on obtained evidence.
Additional duties include: (1) on horseback patrols for crowd control at major events, grooming and examining horses, maintaining tack, feeding and stabling horses, and performing minor veterinary care; (2) on motorcycle patrols of bike paths and regional park areas, maintaining motorcycles on a routine basis; (3) on foot patrols of regional parks or other areas, assisting with crowd control at ice rinks, concerts, etc.; (4) serving as Field Training Officer to supervise, instruct, and evaluate trainee police candidates during the field training period; and (5) preparing cases and appearing in court to testify as arresting officer or witness.
Application Process
Please complete the online application by clicking the
“Apply”
link. If you meet the minimum requirements, you will receive a formal invitation via email to a mandatory “Pre‑Hire Information Session.” Candidates must attend the information session to be considered for an oral board interview.
Qualifications
Graduation from a State of Maryland mandated entrance‑level training academy for police.
Age requirements in accordance with Maryland Police and Corrections Training Commission (currently age 21 by graduation from academy).
Must successfully pass any medical and/or psychological examinations as required by the Collective Bargaining Agreement and/or the State of Maryland.
Advanced Entry Officers may enter at this level provided: (1) graduation from a Maryland State Correctional and Training Commission approved entrance‑level training program; and (2) meet all other requirements of a Park Police Officer Candidate.
Officers appointed to this level must complete twelve months of probation from the date of graduation from the Academy. Advanced Entry Officers must complete twelve months from their date of hire.
Maintain all required certifications and licenses (e.g., firearms, first responder, CPR, AED, Criminal Justice Information System).
Valid driver’s license in accordance with both State and Commission rules and regulations. Driver’s licenses must be unencumbered by restrictions, revocations, suspensions, or points that could limit the employee’s ability to drive Commission vehicles or perform driving duties required by the position of assignment.
Selection Process
Pre‑Hire Information Session (Mandatory)
Oral Board Interview
Background Investigation/Computer Voice Stress Analysis (CVSA)
Contingent Employment Offer
Medical/Stress/Psychological Evaluations
Hire / Orientation Date assigned
Reasons for disqualification may include (but are not limited to) the following:
Poor work history
Poor driving record
Felony conviction(s)
Illegal drug usage, possession, distribution, sale or purchase
Falsification of application or other documents
Failure to meet medical standards
Inability to competitively complete any of the components of the selection process
Other disqualifying factor(s) as determined by the M‑NCPPC Park Police Department
The Maryland‑National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M‑NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non‑merit factor.
Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301‑454‑1411 (Maryland Relay 7‑1‑1). M‑NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Other, Information Technology, and Management; Government Administration
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Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.
The Maryland‑National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is currently seeking applicants for
Lateral / Comparative Compliance Park Police Officers
within Montgomery County. The Montgomery County Park Police division secures and protects over 400 parks across 37,000 acres of park land to include trails, athletic fields, campsites, and playgrounds on a 24‑hour basis.
Become part of a dedicated team driven to make a meaningful difference in the community through a fulfilling career in law enforcement. We’re looking for individuals who embody strong character, good judgment, honesty, reliability, and steadfast integrity.
Job Description
Officers within this class are responsible for maintaining public peace, protecting life and property, enforcing laws and conducting basic investigations under general supervision according to established Commission procedures. Officers may patrol regional parks or other assigned areas in a patrol car, motorcycle, horseback, or foot; observe and report incidents of vandalism, violations of state law and park rules and regulations; note and report unsafe and unsightly conditions within parks; direct traffic and parking; respond to calls for service and render assistance as needed; secure a crime or accident scene and take initial statements from victims and witnesses; apprehend, arrest, and book suspects; write reports on incidents encountered during patrol; and assist with crowd control at various Commission and community events. Officers may prepare cases and appear in court to testify as arresting officer or witness. They may be assigned to perform preliminary or follow‑up investigations (under supervisor) and prepare reports on obtained evidence.
Additional duties include: (1) on horseback patrols for crowd control at major events, grooming and examining horses, maintaining tack, feeding and stabling horses, and performing minor veterinary care; (2) on motorcycle patrols of bike paths and regional park areas, maintaining motorcycles on a routine basis; (3) on foot patrols of regional parks or other areas, assisting with crowd control at ice rinks, concerts, etc.; (4) serving as Field Training Officer to supervise, instruct, and evaluate trainee police candidates during the field training period; and (5) preparing cases and appearing in court to testify as arresting officer or witness.
Application Process
Please complete the online application by clicking the
“Apply”
link. If you meet the minimum requirements, you will receive a formal invitation via email to a mandatory “Pre‑Hire Information Session.” Candidates must attend the information session to be considered for an oral board interview.
Qualifications
Graduation from a State of Maryland mandated entrance‑level training academy for police.
Age requirements in accordance with Maryland Police and Corrections Training Commission (currently age 21 by graduation from academy).
Must successfully pass any medical and/or psychological examinations as required by the Collective Bargaining Agreement and/or the State of Maryland.
Advanced Entry Officers may enter at this level provided: (1) graduation from a Maryland State Correctional and Training Commission approved entrance‑level training program; and (2) meet all other requirements of a Park Police Officer Candidate.
Officers appointed to this level must complete twelve months of probation from the date of graduation from the Academy. Advanced Entry Officers must complete twelve months from their date of hire.
Maintain all required certifications and licenses (e.g., firearms, first responder, CPR, AED, Criminal Justice Information System).
Valid driver’s license in accordance with both State and Commission rules and regulations. Driver’s licenses must be unencumbered by restrictions, revocations, suspensions, or points that could limit the employee’s ability to drive Commission vehicles or perform driving duties required by the position of assignment.
Selection Process
Pre‑Hire Information Session (Mandatory)
Oral Board Interview
Background Investigation/Computer Voice Stress Analysis (CVSA)
Contingent Employment Offer
Medical/Stress/Psychological Evaluations
Hire / Orientation Date assigned
Reasons for disqualification may include (but are not limited to) the following:
Poor work history
Poor driving record
Felony conviction(s)
Illegal drug usage, possession, distribution, sale or purchase
Falsification of application or other documents
Failure to meet medical standards
Inability to competitively complete any of the components of the selection process
Other disqualifying factor(s) as determined by the M‑NCPPC Park Police Department
The Maryland‑National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M‑NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non‑merit factor.
Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301‑454‑1411 (Maryland Relay 7‑1‑1). M‑NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Other, Information Technology, and Management; Government Administration
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