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Internal Investigative Detective Provisional

Contractual

Recruitment #13-999999-843

Introduction

GRADE

Equivalent to a Grade 15

LOCATION OF POSITION

Internal Investigation Unit

8510 Corridor Road, Suite 100

Savage, Maryland 20763

Main Purpose of Job

Under the supervision of the Internal Investigative Unit Director and supervisors, conducts administrative and criminal investigations within the various Divisions and Units of the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services. These duties are carried out with total police/law enforcement powers as bestowed by Maryland State law individuals completing training as a police officer in the State Maryland, as provided by the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission.

POSITION DUTIES

Receives allegations and conducts confidential investigations of criminal activity and allegations of serious misconduct by Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services employees, inmates, visitors, and others as directed by the Director Internal Investigation Unit.

Interviews complainants, victims, witnesses and individuals under investigation using standard electronic record equipment and or notepad to gather information for investigations using approved, acceptable standard interview and interrogation methods in accordance with established procedures.

Identifies and collects physical evidence and reports information related to assigned investigations using standard evidence in accordance with Internal Investigation Unit Property and Evidence Collection Policy and Procedures.

Composes criminal and administrative investigative reports that are clear, logical, impartial and properly documented, consistent with the mission of the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services.

Serves subpoenas, summonses, or other official papers, obtains and executes search and seizure arrest warrants; and files charging documents consistent with Internal Investigation Unit established  procedures.

Presents clear and precise testimony in court and administrative hearings on all aspects of the assigned investigation in order to explain the results of the investigation in accordance with Internal Investigative Unit established procedures.

Meets training standards established by the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission for police to maintain certification, as well as advanced training in investigative techniques to enhance career development.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Education: High school diploma or G.E.D. certificate acceptable to the Maryland State Board of Education as described in the Police Training Commission regulation.

Experience: Two years of experience in the criminal justice field as a Correctional Officer, Police Officer, or Parole and Probation Agent, federal or state or local law enforcement officer or other related profession.

Notes:

1. The above educational requirement is set by the Police Training Commission in accordance with Public Safety Article, Section 3-207.

2. Applicants may substitute college education for the required general experience at the rate of 60 college credits, including at least 15 credits of criminal justice courses, up to one year of the required experience.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

1. Candidates for positions in this classification must possess a current police officer certification, as required by the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission. Re-certification criteria for formerly certified police officers are listed in the Code of Maryland Regulations 12.04.01.07. Employees who fail to obtain the required certification by the end of six months of continuous employment with the hiring department shall be subject to disciplinary action including demotion, suspension and dismissal.

2. Applicants formerly certified by the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission as a police officer within the past three years who 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.
3. Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

 Employees must meet the selection standards required and successfully complete the training prescribed by the Police Training Commission for police officers during their probationary period in accordance with Public Safety Article, Section 3-207 of the Annotated Code. Selection standards for police officer training are listed in detail in the Code of Maryland Regulations Title 12, Subtitle 04, Chapter 01 and include the following: U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien status Must be at least 21 years of age A complete background investigation Oral interview Physical examination Polygraph and psychological evaluations.

2. Candidates will be given a medical examination to determine their ability to perform job-related functions. Employees in this classification will be required to bear firearms, and to demonstrate practical knowledge and proficiency in the safe use and care of firearms on a periodic basis.

3. Employees are subject to call-in on a 24-hours a day basis and will be required to provide the employing agency with a telephone number where they can be reached, and carry an electronic pager.

4. Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 06.01.09, 12.04.01 and Police Training Commission General Regulation .01-1, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application (and on separate pages, if necessary) to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date If you need to submit additional information, the preferred method is to upload your document (s) by electronic means with the submission of your application. However, if you're unable toupload your documents please fax requested information only to 410-764-4348 (providing a cover sheet with your contact information and number of pages) We will not consider information submitted after this announcement. For more information please call 410-585-3087. Successful candidates will be placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year. Please be sure to include a copy of your current Maryland Certification as a Police Officer and driver's license.

BENEFITS

This a contractual position with no paid benefits.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the online paper application.

Applying on line is strongly recommended, but if no internet access, please mail your application (by the closing date) to:

Department of Public Safety & Correctional Services

Human Resources Division

Attn: A. Dodson

6776 Reisterstown Road, Suite 309

Baltimore, Maryland 21215

 

As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.

 
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We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply. The resulting certified list for this recruitment maybe used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.




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