Experienced Officer / Maryland Certified

Effective July 1, 2022 - Experienced Officer Hiring Bonus $15,000

The Prince George's County Police Department is seeking MPCTC-certified, experienced Police Officers to join our team.  We are offering a 6 to 8 week lateral program that will meet all of the Prince George's County Police requirements.  This announcement is only for experienced police officers who have at least one and one half years of experience from any and all Maryland jurisdictions.  Qualified candidates do not have to pass a written exam but must pass a Physical Agility Test.  This is NOT a basic instructional academy class.  Apply today!

Financial Benefits

• Starting Salary:    
  $59,915 - $71,160/year, commensurate with experience
• Paid Holidays:   
  200% Pay for Scheduled Holiday Work Hours
• Shift Differential:   
  $2.75/hour for Evening Shift 
  $4.10/hour for Midnight Shift
• Generous Leave:   
  13 Days of Annual Leave/year 
  15 Days of Sick Leave/year 
  12 Hours of Personal Leave/year 
  16 Hours of Discretionary Leave/year
• Uniform Allowance:   
  $1,700/year
• Language Interpreter Pay:   
  $1,400/year for certified bilingual interpreters
• Hiring Bonus!   
  $15,000 for experienced officers.

Fringe Benefits

• Retirement with Pension:   
  72.5% of salary after 25 years of service
• Paid Holidays:   
  12 paid holidays/year
• Take-home Car Program
• Military Leave:   
  120 hours/year paid leave for Active/Reserve service members to fulfill military service obligations
• Health Insurance   
  Medical, Dental, Prescription, and Vision Coverage
• Free Life Insurance
• Promotional Opportunities