Police Officer

Job overview

The Police Officer role is an onsite position in La Plata, MD. Compensation is $64,030 annually for non-certified officers or $68,860 annually for certified officers; sign-on bonuses are $2,500 and $3,500, respectively. The La Plata Police Department works to maintain public safety and build community partnerships. The officer patrols assigned areas, responds to service calls and emergencies, investigates and enforces laws, and collaborates with fellow officers, Town departments, and residents. The role contributes to public safety through professional service and sound judgment.

What you'll do

• Build positive community relationships
• patrol assigned areas to prevent and detect crime
• respond to calls for service and emergencies
• conduct investigations and enforce laws
• use sound judgment in rapidly evolving situations
• collaborate with officers, Town departments, and residents.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

police officer

public safety

community policing

la plata md

town of la plata

full-time

non-certified officer

certified officer

academy training

field training

high school diploma or ged

sign-on bonus

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health insurance, paid leave, LEOPS retirement participation, employee support resources, academy training for non-certified recruits, field training, and professional development.

Why this role

Entry-level academy training is available for non-certified recruits, with field training and ongoing professional development.

About the employer

Town Of La Plata Career Page is hiring for this role. Industry: Police Protection. Sector: 92.