DEPUTY SHERIFF PRIVATE (Entry-Level)

Industry: Office of the Sheriff

Company: Prince George’s County, MD

Salary: $57,860.00 Annually

Location : Various Locations Throughout Prince George’s County, MD

Job Type: Probationary FT

Job Number: DSP-2025-3

Department: Office of the Sheriff

Opening Date: 12/01/2024

Closing Date: 12/31/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Nature and Variety of Work

DEPUTY SHERIFF PRIVATE

Come join our team!

Prince George’s County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the County’s residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince George’s County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life.

We are Prince George’s Proud!

BILINGUAL APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

About the Position

The Prince George’s County Office of the Sheriff is currently seeking qualified candidates to fill multiple permanent, full-time entry-level positions of Deputy Sheriff Private. Prior experience is not required, however, candidates that are current students or recent graduates of an approved Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission (MPCTC) accredited institution in the State of Maryland are also encouraged to apply.

Applicants applying under this announcement will be considered for the Winter 2024 Academy Class.

Candidates with at least one year of prior law enforcement experience in the State of Maryland and current MPCTC certification must apply under the Experienced Deputy Sheriff announcement located at

About the Agency

The Prince George’s County Office of the Sheriff has been a vital link in the criminal justice system for more than 300 years, providing the citizens of Prince George’s County with professional, transparent, and effective law enforcement service. The Office of the Sheriff serves as the law enforcement arm of the courts, responding to domestic violence calls, processing warrants, civil papers, domestic violence peace and protective orders, Emergency Psychiatric Petition (E.P.S.) orders, and the execution of evictions. The Office of the Sheriff is also responsible for court security, providing security and protection for visitors to our courthouses and securing courtrooms and holding areas. Deputies transport prisoners and are responsible for extraditing fugitives from other states.

Examples of Work

• Provide effective and efficient law enforcement services to the residents of Prince George’s County
• Perform general law enforcement and investigations controlling and serving warrants and/or extraditing persons wanted on criminal warrants
• Transport prisoners to and from various institutions and courts throughout the State of Maryland and the United States
• Arrest, detain and process prisoners that are in the custody of the Office of the Sheriff
• Serve civil processes/summonses
• Execute writs/court orders
• Maintain security in the courtrooms of the Circuit and District Courts
• Monitor prisoners in holding areas
• Perform court related house evictions
• Complete reports

This position is designated “essential” and the incumbent must be willing to participate as a critical/essential employee during emergencies in the event of a natural or manmade disaster; or special activities/events. Essential employees are expected to report to work or remain at work when other County employees are granted administrative leave. Employees in this classification may be assigned to any of the three shifts to ensure 24-hour coverage to maintain the facility’s security.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen
• High School graduate or possess a G.E.D.
• At least 20 years and 6 months of age at the time of submitting an application (and be 21+ years of age at time of graduation from the Police Academy)
• Possess a valid driver’s license and at least 6 months of post-licensed driving experience
• Pass all of the qualification factors listed in the Additional Information

Preferred Qualifications

• 60+ college credit hours
• Current student of an approved Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission (MPCTC) accredited institution or if recent graduate, must possess certification from an approved MPCTC accredited institution

EACH APPLICANT MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION WHICH CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION.
Additional Information

DO NOT use a mobile device, such as a phone, to complete this application. You are highly encouraged to use a desktop or laptop computer so that you can carefully and thoroughly read and understand all aspects of applying for this position.

Applicants applying under this recruitment announcement will be considered for the Winter 2024 Academy class.

To be considered, applicants must successfully complete all of the following steps:

Phase 1

1. Create online profile and submit an online application

Only qualified candidates will be contacted to complete additional phases below:

Phase 2

1. Schedule and pass an Applicant Physical Requirement Test (APRT)
2. Pass the written examination
3. Submit Preliminary Documents and Records Check
4. Download and complete the Personal History Statement (PHS)

Phase 3

1. Initial Interview (Submit PHS & requested supporting documents)
2. Background Investigation
3. Oral Board Interview
4. Polygraph Examination
5. Psychological Screening
6. Medical Examination & Drug Screening
7. Hiring Consideration
8. Final Offer of Employment
9. Completion and Graduation from the Prince George’s County Police Academy

Reasons for disqualification may include (but are not limited to) the following:

• Previous disqualification for public safety positions within Prince George’s County
• Deception or falsification of information provided on application or other documents
• Poor work history
• Poor driving record, which includes suspended license/DWI/DUI
• History or pattern of crimes (both reported and not reported); felony/misdemeanor conviction; illegal drug usage, possession, distribution, sale, or purchase
• Testing positive on drug screening to include marijuana
• Failure to meet physical and mental standards
• Failure to present a professional appearance
• Poor credit history

Notifications
Notifications for this position will be made via email.

Applicants must monitor the e-mail account provided and update their online profile with any changes to personal information.

Applicants must ensure your e-mail account allows emails from all addresses ending in “@co.pg.md.us”.

For more information, you may contact

a Sheriff Recruiter at sheriffrecruitment@co.pg.md.us

ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED

Eligibility to Work: Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, an employer is required to hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to provide and verify authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S., only after an offer has been accepted and the Form I-9 is completed. For information on E-Verify, or if you believe the County has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or visit their website at dhs.gov/E-Verify.

INTERNAL APPLICANTS: If you are a current Prince George’s County Government employee and seeking a promotion, in accordance with Section 16-200 of the Personnel Law, you have the right to appeal a rejection rating within five (5) working days of receiving a rejection notice. Union employees should refer to their respective collective bargaining agreement and/or union representative for their grievance procedure.

Prince George’s County Government is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action EmployerCommitted to Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace

General Plan Information:

The Prince George’s County benefits plan year is from January 1 to December 31.

A spouse (to include a same sex spouse) can be added to the health benefit plans. A marriage certificate and social security number is required to add a spouse.

Children under the age of 26 are eligible for coverage under the health benefit plans. This includes stepchildren and children of the same-sex spouse. A birth certificate(s) and social security number(s) is required to add a child(ren). If you are only adding the stepchildren or child(ren) of a same-sex spouse, you will need to submit a marriage certificate. You will also need to submit the birth certificate of the child(ren) and your spouse must be listed as a parent.

The premiums for health benefits are deducted on a pre-tax basis with the exception of Long-Term Disability, Extra Life Insurance and Voluntary Benefits (Short-Term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Cancer Indemnity, Hospital Indemnity Protection, Accident Indemnity Plan, Supplemental Dental and Group Legal Services).

New employees must enroll in the County’s health benefit plans within thirty (30) days of the hire date.

The effective date of the health benefits coverage is the beginning of the month following a waiting period of forty-five (45) days from the date of hire.

After enrolling in the County’s benefit plans, employees may only make changes to the plans either during the open enrollment period, which occurs annually (usually each October), and/or during the year, due to a family status change (i.e., marriage, births, divorce and adoption).

Employee Benefits

Prince George’s County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following:

• Medical/Prescription/Dental/Vision Insurance Coverage (part time employees are eligible for medical insurance if they work 15 + hours, per week)
• Group Term Life Insurance
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Dependent Care Assistance Program
  • Health Care Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Leave (Annual, Personal, & Sick)
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Retirement Benefits
  • Defined Benefit Pension Plan
    • Employer Contribution Rate-11.71%
  • Supplemental Pension Plan
    • Employee Contribution Rate (Pre-Tax)-3.48%
  • 457(b)
  • 403(b)
• Employee Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary Benefits
  • Critical Illness
  • Whole Life Insurance
  • Accident Insurance
  • Legal Services

For additional details, please visit:

01

(MQ1) In order to proceed with your Public Safety application, you must comply with Prince George’s County’s honesty policy. Utilize the link below to watch the required video. You will be provided the answer to MQ1 at the completion of the video. To be directed to the video, please click Did you watch the video in its entirety?

• Yes
• No

02

(MQ1A) I understand that I am applying for a career as a Deputy Sheriff with Prince George’s County which is an essential position. Further, I acknowledge, understand and certify that this application is an OFFICIAL DOCUMENT that will be used to determine if I meet the selection requirements mandated by Federal, State, and County laws and regulations.Additionally, I, as the applicant, am the only person that has provided any information in this application. I understand and willingly accept that I will be PERMANENTLY DISQUALIFIED for a Public Safety position if anyone has completed any part of this application on my behalf.

• Yes
• No

03

(MQ1) I understand my ability to successfully complete this Application and the Supplemental Questions is one of the requisite skills to be considered for this position.

• Yes
• No

04

(MQ2A) I will provide complete and truthful answers to all parts of this application and supplemental questions.

• Yes
• No

05

(MQ2B) I understand that I must complete all required processes by the timeframe provided in order to be considered for a position.

• Yes
• No

06

Are you a current student or recent graduate of an approved Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission (MPCTC) accredited institution?

• Yes
• No

07

If you answered yes to the previous question, please provide the name of the academy and projected or actual graduation date.If you are not a student or recent graduate, please write N/A.

08

Are you a United States citizen?

• Yes
• No

09

What is your current age? You must be greater than 20 years of age to apply.

• Less than 20 years and 6 months old
• Greater than 20 years and 6 months old

10

(MQ8) Which best describes your HIGHEST level of education?You must have at least a High School diploma or GED in order to apply.

• I did not have a high school diploma or GED
• High School Diploma or GED
• Some College (less than 60 credit hours)
• Associate’s Degree
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Graduate Degree or higher

11

(MQ11) If hired, I am:(A) willing and able to work any shift I am assigned on any day of the week, including holidays and weekends. (B) I understand that I am an essential government employee and will always report to work on time regardless of weather or other circumstances.

• Yes
• No

12

(DRV1) Do you have a valid motor vehicle driver’s license and at least 6 months’ post-licensed driving experience?

• Yes
• No

13

(DRV2) Do you currently have 5 or more negative points on your driver’s license, or the equivalent for an out of state license?

• Yes
• No

14

(DRV3) In the last 3 years, have you been convicted of or plead guilty to any DWI or DUI charge?

• Yes
• No

15

(DRV4) How many times have you been convicted of or plead guilty to a DWI or DUI charge?

• I have NEVER been convicted of, or plead guilty to a DWI or DUI charge.
• 1 time
• 2 times
• 3 or more times

16

(DRV5) Are you currently awaiting any pending traffic proceedings?

• Yes
• No

17

(DRV5A) If you answered yes to previous question, please explain. If no, put N/A.

18

(MQ4A) I am willing to undergo extensive reference checking, including contact with all my references, current and former employers, current and former co-workers, neighbors, and close personal associates.

• Yes
• No

19

(MQ4B) I am willing to undergo a comprehensive background investigation of my driving record, credit and financial history, criminal history, educational history, and military service.

• Yes
• No

20

(MQ4C) I am willing to undergo a polygraph examination, psychological evaluation, physical examination, and drug testing to include marijuana.

• Yes
• No

21

Do you have any Law Enforcement/Security Officer/Military/Public Safety experience? Select all that apply.

• Deputy Sheriff
• Police Officer
• Firefighter or EMT (paid or volunteer)
• Correctional Officer
• Special Police Officer
• Military Police/EOD
• Security Guard
• National Guard
• None

22

(MIL1) Which of the following best describes your Military experience?

• No Military experience
• Active
• Retired
• Discharged
• National Guard
• US Armed Forces Reserves

23

Have you ever been terminated, or resigned in lieu of termination, from a Public Safety agency (Police, Sheriff, Fire/EMS, Corrections, Homeland Security, Emergency Dispatch, etc.)?

• Yes
• No

24

(MJ1) Have you ever used, tried, ingested, inhaled or experimented with marijuana including synthetic cannabis?

• No, I have NEVER used, tried, ingested, inhaled or experimented with marijuana.
• Yes, I have used marijuana or synthetic cannabis at least one time within the last year (12-month period prior to date of application).
• Yes, it has been more than 13 months (prior to date of application) since I have used marijuana or synthetic cannabis.

25

(DRG1) How many times have you used, tried, inhaled, ingested, injected or experimented with cocaine?

• I have NEVER used, tried, inhaled, ingested, injected or experimented with cocaine.
• 1-2 times
• 3-4 times
• 5 or more times

26

(DRG2) How many times have you used, tried, inhaled, ingested, injected or experimented with heroin, PCP, LSD, or other hallucinogens?

• 0 times
• 1 or 2 times
• 3 or 4 times
• 5 or more times

27

(DRG3) How many years has it been since you used, tried, inhaled, ingested, injected or experimented with narcotic drugs (which were not prescribed to you) for the purpose of getting high?

• I have NEVER used, tried, inhaled, ingested, injected or experimented with narcotic drugs not prescribed to me for the purpose of getting high.
• One year
• Two years
• Three years
• Four years
• More than five years

28

(DRG4) How many years has it been since you used, tried, inhaled, ingested, injected, or experimented with any drug or substance (with the exception of marijuana) for the purpose of getting high?

• I have NEVER used, tried, inhaled, ingested, injected, or experimented with any drug or substance for the purpose of getting high.
• One year
• Two years
• Three years
• Four years
• More than five years

29

In the space provided below, please completely explain your history with using, or experimenting with any drugs, marijuana, or other controlled substances, whether legal or illegal, prescribed or not prescribed, etc., for the purpose of getting high.You must include detailed information on:1) what you used2) how many times you used it3) when you used it (month/year)4) any other important information we should know about your drug or marijuana usePlease note that if you progress through the process, your statements here will be subject to a truth verification examination, such as a polygraph, etc.

30

(CRM1) Have you ever sold or distributed any illegal drugs?

• Yes
• No

31

(CRM1A) If you answered yes to previous question regarding selling or distributing drugs, please explain. If no, put N/A.

32

Are you currently on probation or parole, have any outstanding warrants, protective/ex-parte orders, or are awaiting any pending criminal proceedings?

• Yes
• No

33

(CRM2A) If you answered yes to the previous question, please explain. If no, put N/A.

34

(CRM3) Have you ever been convicted, entered a guilty plea, been given Probation Before Judgement (PBJ) or STET Docket for an assault that occurred in a domestic setting?

• Yes
• No

35

(CRM3A) If you answered yes to the previous question, please explain. If no, put N/A.

36

(CRM4) Have you ever been convicted of, or pled guilty to, a felony?

• Yes
• No

37

If you answered yes to the previous question, please explain. If no, put N/A.)

38

(CRM5) Have you ever stolen anything of value?

• I have NEVER stolen anything
• Yes

39

(CRM5A) If you answered yes to the question regarding theft, please explain. If no, put N/A.

40

(MQ12A) Are you willing and able to adhere to County and Departmental rules and regulations and take orders from superiors?

• Yes
• No

41

Please select the languages for which you are fluent(select all that apply)

• English
• American Sign Language (ASL)
• Arabic
• Chinese/Catonese
• Korean
• French
• Japanese
• Persian/Farsi
• Italian
• Portuguese
• Spanish
• Swahili
• Vietnamese
• Tagalog
• Other

42

How did you learn of the position for Deputy Sheriff with the Office of the Sheriff for Prince George’s County?

• Deputy Sheriff
• Job Fair/Event
• Online
• Television/Radio
• Friend
• Employee Referral
• Flyer
• Sign/Billboard
• County Careers Website
• Indeed
• Linkedin
• Handshake
• Other Job Board (specify)
• Other (specify)

43

Please elaborate on your answer to question 7 to include which Job Fair/Event, Job Board, Deputy Sheriff Representative’s name, or Referral’s name, etc.

44

(MQ13) Prior to submitting my application for this position, I CERTIFY that: (a) I have READ and COMPLETELY understand the position announcement(b) I have REVIEWED all of my responses and will not claim that any of my answers were mistakes or made in error; and(c) ALL of the information is complete, honest and accurate.

• Yes
• No

45

I understand that I may be temporarily or permanently disqualified based on the information I have provided.

• Yes
• No

Required Question