MTA is a member of LEOPS (law enforcement officers pension systems). Attractive retirement and benefit package provided.
The Maryland Department of Transportation's (MDOT)Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) is recruiting for Entry-Level Police Officers to join its existing police force serving MTA Bus, Metro, Light Rail, and MARC Train/Commuter Bus systems.
This is an intermediate level of law enforcement work at the MTA. These duties will include but are not limited to:
- Enforcing laws, rules and regulations governing the protection of personnel and State property
- Performing safety and security duties patrolling in motor vehicles or on foot
- Responding to trespassers and suspicious persons
- Directing vehicular traffic and enforcing parking regulations
- Issuing verbal and written warnings or issuing citations and make arrests
- Investigating accidents and criminal activity
- Writing clear and accurate incident and accident reports in accordance with agency guidelines
- Responding to disturbances and emergencies
- Rendering emergency first aid
- Transporting suspects in State vehicles
- Performing other related duties and participating in additional training as required.
- This position will care for and bare firearms.
Qualifications
- AGE/CITIZENSHIP: At least 20 years of age and a citizen of the United States
- EDUCATION: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a GED certificate recognized by the State of Maryland.
Required Documentation
The following must be submitted with your application:
- A recent copy (not over 30 days) of your total driving record (NOT 36 MONTHS). Available from MVA or your state of residence
- Copy of your high school diploma or GED certificate from an accredited institution
- Copy of your Driver's License
Licenses & Certifications
- This position requires a valid driver's license to legally operate a motor vehicle in the State of Maryland.
- A complete driving record is required; driving record must be within MTA standards (no more than 2 moving violations in the last 3 years; no more than 3 moving violations in the past 5 years; and no more than 4 current points.
Salary Progression
- $55,592 Academy Rate
- $68,673 Upon Graduation
- $73,476 One Year after Graduation
Benefits
- Health, Vision, Dental, Prescription Insurance
- Term Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment
- Direct Deposit
- Retirement
- Annual, Personal, Sick Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
MTA Does Not Discriminate Based On: Age, Ancestry, Color, Creed, Gender Identity or Expression, Genetic Information, Marital Status, Mental or Physical Disability, National Origin, Race, Religious Affiliation, Belief or Opinion, Sex, or Sexual Orientation.
Reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities will be provided as requested.
The MTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer