Police Officer

Town Of La Plata • La Plata, MD

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Serve Your Community. Build Your Career. Make a Difference. The Town of La Plata Police Department is seeking dedicated, community-focused individuals to join our team. As an officer in our growing municipality, you’ll play a vital role in maintaining public safety, building strong community partnerships, and representing the high standards of professionalism that define La Plata. The Town of La Plata is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal access to employment opportunities. Individuals who may need accommodations in the application or hiring process are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department at [email protected]. Reasonable accommodations will be provided in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship
• Minimum age of 21 at the time of certification
• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to meet Maryland physical, mental, and background standards

Nice To Haves

• Higher degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Building positive community relationships
• Patrolling assigned areas to prevent and detect crime
• Responding to calls for service and emergency situations
• Conducting investigations and enforcing laws
• Using sound judgment in rapidly evolving situations
• Collaborating with fellow officers, Town departments, and residents

Benefits

• health insurance
• paid leave
• LEOPS retirement participation
• additional employee support resources

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED