The City of Takoma Park is proud to be a workforce of almost 200 staff, inlcuding over 40 sworn officers and 25 civilian staff, thatare as diverse as the community we serve.We strive each day to provide excellent service and a high level of responsiveness to our residents and everyone with whom we work. It is with this in mind that we seek to improve dailyby championing quality and efficiency through a dedicated workforce and cooperative spirit.
Under general supervision, officers patrolCity streets; enforcelocal, state and federal laws; maintainlaw and order, and protectlife, property and deters crime. Candidates for this recruitment musthold a Prior Police Certification that would be accepted by the Maryland Police Training Commission. The starting salaryfor this position is $64,128.84 annually, andrises incrementally with prior experience.
Typical Duties Include:
Minimum Qualifications:
Licenses and Certifications:
We offer a highly competitive benefits package, including 100% paid premiums of medical, dental, and vision insurance for employee only coverage, and 80% paid premiums for dependents.
Resumes are reviewed on an ongoing basis.
The City of Takoma Park is a small jurisdiction in Montgomery County, Maryland bordering the District of Columbia and Prince George's County. Inhabited by a diverse and politically active population of 17,000 residents, Takoma Park is known for its progressive policies, historic tree-lined neighborhoods, and independent businesses. We are proud to be a workforce of almost 200 full-time and part-time employees that are as diverse as the community we serve. We strive to maintain excellent customer service and responsiveness to our residents and everyone we work with. It is with this in mind that we seek to improve by championing quality and efficiency through a dedicated workforce and cooperative spirit.
The City of Takoma Park is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the residents we serve and the area in which we live. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where employees of diverse backgrounds can thrive and make a positive impact in the services we provide.