Entry Level Police Officer
Entry Level Police Officer
City of Bowie, Maryland
Bowie, MD
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Job Description
City of Bowie police officers are charged with maintaining order, protecting life and property, and upholding the laws of the State of Maryland and the ordinances of the City of Bowie.
Must work independently; perform regularly assigned duties under General Orders.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
21 years or older upon graduation from the Academy;
High school diploma or GED equivalent;
U.S. citizen;
Valid Maryland Driver's license;
Must pass physical agility test, written exam, background check, and drug screening.
*COVID-19 vaccination required in order to qualify for this position*
RATE: $28.37 per hour ($59,019.74 annually)
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open Until Filled
All applicants must submit a completed City of Bowie Police application packet.
*Hiring bonuses paid upon completion of FTO*
Base Incentive $3,000
Associate Degree $1,000
Bachelor’s Degree $2,000
Sworn Lateral Experience $1,000 for each year up to 3 years.
The City of Bowie is a drug and alcohol testing employer.
THE CITY OF BOWIE, MARYLAND IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND VALUES DIVERSITY AT ALL LEVELS OF THE GOVERNMENTAL STRUCTURE.
Company Description
Founded in 1870, and incorporated as a town in 1916, Bowie has grown from a small railroad stop to the largest municipality in Prince George’s County, and the fifth largest city in the State of Maryland, with an estimated population of 58,682. The town was first called Huntington City, though its train station was named in honor of local resident, Governor Oden Bowie, president of the Baltimore and Potomac Railroad. The town was subsequently re-chartered as Bowie.
Today the City of Bowie Government consists of a staff of over 400 hardworking employees in a variety of skilled, non-skilled, administrative, public safety, and professional disciplines. The City boasts of a pleasant working environment and goal-oriented culture. This is reflected in the City's high employee retention rate, and consistency in achieving organizational objectives.
The City offers competitive salaries and a robust menu of employee benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a 401(K) with employer match, and a 457 savings plan. To optimize employee work/life balance, many positions include telework and flexible scheduling options
Founded in 1870, and incorporated as a town in 1916, Bowie has grown from a small railroad stop to the largest municipality in Prince George’s County, and the fifth largest city in the State of Maryland, with an estimated population of 58,682. The town was first called Huntington City, though its train station was named in honor of local resident, Governor Oden Bowie, president of the Baltimore and Potomac Railroad. The town was subsequently re-chartered as Bowie. Today the City of Bowie Government consists of a staff of over 400 hardworking employees in a variety of skilled, non-skilled, administrative, public safety, and professional disciplines. The City boasts of a pleasant working environment and goal-oriented culture. This is reflected in the City's high employee retention rate, and consistency in achieving organizational objectives. The City offers competitive salaries and a robust menu of employee benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a 401(K) with employer match, and a 457 savings plan. To optimize employee work/life balance, many positions include telework and flexible scheduling options
City of Bowie police officers are charged with maintaining order, protecting life and property, and upholding the laws of the State of Maryland and the ordinances of the City of Bowie.
Must work independently; perform regularly assigned duties under General Orders.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
21 years or older upon graduation from the Academy;
High school diploma or GED equivalent;
U.S. citizen;
Valid Maryland Driver's license;
Must pass physical agility test, written exam, background check, and drug screening.
*COVID-19 vaccination required in order to qualify for this position*
RATE: $28.37 per hour ($59,019.74 annually)
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open Until Filled
All applicants must submit a completed City of Bowie Police application packet.
*Hiring bonuses paid upon completion of FTO*
Base Incentive $3,000
Associate Degree $1,000
Bachelor’s Degree $2,000
Sworn Lateral Experience $1,000 for each year up to 3 years.
The City of Bowie is a drug and alcohol testing employer.
THE CITY OF BOWIE, MARYLAND IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND VALUES DIVERSITY AT ALL LEVELS OF THE GOVERNMENTAL STRUCTURE.
Company Description
Founded in 1870, and incorporated as a town in 1916, Bowie has grown from a small railroad stop to the largest municipality in Prince George’s County, and the fifth largest city in the State of Maryland, with an estimated population of 58,682. The town was first called Huntington City, though its train station was named in honor of local resident, Governor Oden Bowie, president of the Baltimore and Potomac Railroad. The town was subsequently re-chartered as Bowie.
Today the City of Bowie Government consists of a staff of over 400 hardworking employees in a variety of skilled, non-skilled, administrative, public safety, and professional disciplines. The City boasts of a pleasant working environment and goal-oriented culture. This is reflected in the City's high employee retention rate, and consistency in achieving organizational objectives.
The City offers competitive salaries and a robust menu of employee benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a 401(K) with employer match, and a 457 savings plan. To optimize employee work/life balance, many positions include telework and flexible scheduling options
Founded in 1870, and incorporated as a town in 1916, Bowie has grown from a small railroad stop to the largest municipality in Prince George’s County, and the fifth largest city in the State of Maryland, with an estimated population of 58,682. The town was first called Huntington City, though its train station was named in honor of local resident, Governor Oden Bowie, president of the Baltimore and Potomac Railroad. The town was subsequently re-chartered as Bowie. Today the City of Bowie Government consists of a staff of over 400 hardworking employees in a variety of skilled, non-skilled, administrative, public safety, and professional disciplines. The City boasts of a pleasant working environment and goal-oriented culture. This is reflected in the City's high employee retention rate, and consistency in achieving organizational objectives. The City offers competitive salaries and a robust menu of employee benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a 401(K) with employer match, and a 457 savings plan. To optimize employee work/life balance, many positions include telework and flexible scheduling options
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