Police Officer - Baltimore Police Department

City of Baltimore, MD • Baltimore, MD

225d • $61,349 - $102,955

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.

Requirements

• Be a United States citizen or a permanent legal resident
• Possess a valid driver's license with no more than 3 points
• Must be 20 years of age and 9 months upon beginning the academy
• Must have a high school diploma or GED 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

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls for service
• Promote the safety of the public and fellow police officers
• Engage in community-oriented policing
• Conduct traffic enforcement
• Participate in special details as needed
• Meet all administrative requirements

Benefits

• Salary range: $61,349.00 - $102,955.00 annually

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED