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Will I need to go through a background investigation?: Yes, all public safety employees must successfully complete a background investigation. The civilian background investigation process can take approximately 4 to 6 months to be completed.

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911 Emergency Communications (Homeland Security)

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1. What is the starting salary?: The employment opportunity announcement indicates the starting salary for the position applied. The starting salary of an entry level position within the 9-1-1 Center is competitive with other 9-1-1 and dispatch personnel throughout the region.

2. What is the shift work schedule?: Personnel are assigned a ten or twelve hour rotating shift schedule based upon operational necessity.

3. Will I need to go through a background investigation?: Yes, all public safety employees must successfully complete a background investigation. The civilian background investigation process can take approximately 4 to 6 months to be completed.

4. Would I be part of a retirement program?: Yes, PSC employees are part of the Maryland State Retirement System Plan under the "The Rule of 90 ".

5. Are the employees represented by a Union or Bargaining Unit?: Yes, 9-1-1 and dispatcher personnel are represented by the Police Civilian Employee Association.

6. How can I get more information?: Call us at 301-324-4327.