Howard County Police Department: Recruit Police Officer

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Police Officer Recruit

The Police Officer Recruit is a trainee assigned to the Education and Training Division for classroom instruction and Field Training for a period of forty weeks. After successfully completing the Police Academy, the Probationary Police Officer will obtain sworn status as a Probationary Police Officer and fulfill the eighteen month probation period. The Probationary Police Officer is eligible for two salary increases during this period.

The responsibilities of a Police Officer include:

patrolling a designated area to preserve peace and prevent the commission of crime
enforcing the motor vehicle laws
enforcing parking regulations
directing traffic
conducting preliminary criminal investigations
administering first aid
gathering evidence
obtaining witness statements
making community liaison contacts
effecting arrests
testifying in court

For more information about joining the best police agency in the nation, contact our RECRUITER

HCPD is an equal opportunity employer.

Available Positions

Police Officer Recruit (Entry Level)Now Testing

Mandatory Physical Testing Authorization Form

Qualifications

To be considered for employment as a police officer you MUST meet the following standards:

Must be a U.S. Citizen, at least 21 years of age by the swearing-in ceremony, 60 college credits or A.A. degree (no college credits are required at the time of application through our Associate's Degree Program OR 2 years active duty military or cadet time in lieu of 60 credits), Possess a valid driver's license at time of hire, a clear police record and background as determined by a comprehensive polygraph and background investigation.

All inquiries may be directed to the Howard County Police Department, Recruitment Section via 410-313-HCPD(4273).

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