Introduction

THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO CURRENT EMPLOYEES OF THE SECURE TRANSPORT INVESTIGATIONS UNIT (MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH POLICE) ONLY.\r\n\r\n

GRADE

SLE 0005\r\n

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH Spring Grove Hospital Center\r\n55 wade Avenue\r\nCatonsville, MD 21228\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of this full-time position will be to serve as a front line supervisor to Police Officer I and Police Officer II staff. This position will conduct and oversee criminal and internal investigations, as well as managerial inquiries, and patient abuse allegations.\r\n\r\n\r\nThis position requires Maryland Police Training Commission Certification, requiring the individual to enforce all appropriate Federal, State and local laws in a fair and impartial manner.\r\n\r\n\r\nThe selected candidate must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license from their state of residence and be DIP trained to operate State vehicles.\r\n\r\n\r\nThis position requires strong investigative skills and abilities, as well as, good writing and oral communication skills.\r\n\r\n\r\nAll Supervisors will follow the chain of command. This is extremely important; the chain of\r\ncommand is not arbitrary and is meant to be followed. All police operational information will\r\nflow through the chain of command. The current chain of command at STIU and all detachments is very clear, ascending from the rank of Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain, Deputy Chief, and Chief of Police.\r\n\r\n\r\nPLEASE NOTE: This position may be reassigned to work different shifts, or recalled during weekends, holidays, or off-hours to meet the Investigative and Operational needs of the MDH Police Department. Detachments that have four or fewer personnel (including Lieutenants and Sergeants) will include Sergeants in the On-Call rotation. Lieutenants may select Sergeants to cover primary on-call responsibilities should the necessity arise and for the good of the agency. All STIU Personnel are designated as “Emergency Essential Employees”. Your duties are considered “Essential,” and you are subject to being mandated to report, requiring you to report to work or remain at work during emergency situations in accordance with established MDH, STIU, and Maryland policies and procedures.\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or high school equivalency certificate acceptable to the Maryland State Board of Education as described in the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission regulation.\r\nExperience: Three years of experience as a certified law enforcement officer.\r\nNotes: \r\n1. The above educational requirement is set by the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission in accordance with Public Safety Article, Section 3-207, Annotated Code of Maryland.\r\n2. Candidates may substitute the possession of an Associate of Arts degree from an accredited college or university in law enforcement, criminology or related social sciences for one year of the required experience.\r\n3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience at a rank of Corporal/Petty Officer or higher as a non-commissioned officer in Protective Service classifications or Law Enforcement specialty codes in the Military Police Officer field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience. \r\n

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO CURRENT EMPLOYEES OF THE SECURE TRANSPORT INVESTIGATIONS UNIT (MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH POLICE) ONLY.\r\n\r\n

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

1. Candidates for positions in this classification must possess a Police Officer certification as required by the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission at the time of application.\r\n2. Applicants for this classification, formerly certified by the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission as a Police Officer within the past three years and are eligible for recertification at the time of appointment, meet the certification requirement for this classification. The recertification criteria are listed in the Code of Maryland Regulations 12.04.01.07, available at the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission.\r\n3. Employees in this classification may be required to possess or obtain a special police commission in accordance with Public Safety Article, Section 3-209, Annotated Code of Maryland.\r\n

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Selection standards for Police Officer certification are established by the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission in accordance with Public Safety Article, Section 3-207, Annotated Code of Maryland. These selection criteria are listed in detail in the Code of Maryland Regulations 12.04.01.04 and include the following:\r\nU.S. Citizenship\r\nMust be at least 21 years of age\r\nSatisfactory background investigation, including a check of criminal history\r\nOral interview\r\nPhysical examination\r\nPossession of a driver's license valid in the State of Maryland.\r\n2. Employees in this classification are subject to call-in and, therefore, will be required to provide the facility with a phone number or where they can be reached.\r\n3. Employees in this classification may be required to bear firearms and to demonstrate practical knowledge and proficiency in the safe use and care of firearms on a periodic basis, as required by the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission.\r\n4. Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs. \r\n

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). \r\nComplete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. \r\nIncorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.\r\nCandidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.\r\n

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\r\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.\r\nIf additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information to 410-333-5689. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.\r\nFor questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251.\r\nIf you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov. \r\nAppropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.\r\nWe thank our Veterans for their service to our country.\r\nPeople with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.\r\nAs an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.\r\n