Police Officer Seasonal

Apply now for the next academy The Ocean City Police Department is actively seeking qualified candidates for the position of police officer. Applicants selected to a position of police officer will attend a 980 hour Entrance Level Police Officer Training Academy held at the Eastern Shore Criminal Justice Academy located on the campus of Wor-Wic Community College in Salisbury, Maryland. After successful completion of all classroom and academy requirements, candidates will participate in a twelve (12) week Field Training and Evaluation Program conducted by the Ocean City Police Department.

Successful candidates will then receive a police certification from the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Academies (M.P.C.T.C.). Salary & Benefits $64,000.00 starting salary Step increments with acceptable performance appraisals Specialty pay available. Overtime for court appearances and special detail assignments Paid holidays, accrued sick, annual, and compensatory leave All uniforms furnished.

All duty gear and equipment furnished to include shoes and boots Eligible for “Take Home Car Program”, per the Collective Bargaining Agreement Direct promotion to Police Officer First Class after two (2) years if in good standing. (PFC PayScale $68,800 - $100,054) Defined Contribution Retirement Plan/Deferred

Compensation Plan/Credit Union Paid military leave for training purposes Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance/Prescription Drug Plan Tuition assistance for continuing education Extensive in-service training and specialized career opportunities Four (4) day work week for patrol officer (10 hour work days) Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or GED recognized by the Maryland Board of

Education 21 years of age at the time of employment Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record United States Citizenship Medical Requirements Good physical and mental condition Vision correctable to 20/20 with the ability to recognize basic colors *Candidates must successfully complete a written examination, physical abilities test, structured interview, background investigation, polygraph examination, medical examination, and psychological evaluation.* Military We encourage military veterans to apply with us. The OCPD will also make accommodation for current military obligations including drills, training, etc. Contact 6501 Coastal Highway Ocean City, Maryland, USA