EXPERIENCED DEPUTY SHERIFF

EXPERIENCED DEPUTY SHERIFF Come join our team! Prince George’s County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the C ounty's residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince George's County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live , work, and enjoy life. BILINGUAL APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY About the Position The Prince George's County Office of the Sheriff is currently seeking qualified candidates to fill multiple permanent, full-time Experienced Deputy Sheriffs (EDS) (Deputy Sheriff Private), grade W21. Candidates must have at least one year of prior experience as a certified full-time Police Officer or qualified law enforcement officer. About the Agency The Prince George's County Office of the Sheriff has been a vital link in the criminal justice system for more than 300 years, providing the citizens of Prince George’s County with professional, transparent, and effective law enforcement service. The Office of the Sheriff serves as the law enforcement arm of the courts, responding to domestic violence calls, processing warrants, civil papers, domestic violence peace and protective orders, Emergency Psychiatric Petition (E.P.S.) orders, and the execution of evictions. The Office of the Sheriff is also responsible for court security, providing security and protection for visitors to our courthouses and securing courtrooms and holding areas. Deputies transport prisoners and are responsible for extraditing fugitives from other states. Provide effective and efficient law enforcement services to the residents of Prince George's County Perform general law enforcement and investigations controlling and serving warrants and/or extraditing persons wanted on criminal warrants Transport prisoners to and from various institutions and courts throughout the State of Maryland and the United States Arrest, detain and process prisoners that are in the custody of the Office of the Sheriff Serve civil processes/summonses Execute writs/court orders Maintain security in the courtrooms of the Circuit and District Courts Monitor prisoners in holding areas Perform court related house evictions Complete reports Minimum Qualifications Candidates must meet all minimum qualifications listed below to be eligible for additional consideration: U.S. Citizen High School graduate or possess a G.E.D. At least 21 years of age at the time of submitting an application Completed at least one (1) year as a certified full-time Police Officer or qualified law enforcement officer Possess a valid driver's license and at least 6 months of post-license driving experience Pass all of the qualification factors listed in the Additional Information Registered with Selective Service Willing to be an essential employee Preferred Qualifications Currently certified by the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission Completed at least one (1) year as a certified full-time Police Officer or qualified law enforcement officer in the State of Maryland 60+ college credit hours This position is designated "essential" and the incumbent must be willing to participate as a critical/essential employee during emergencies in the event of a natural or manmade disaster; or special activities/events. Essential employees are expected to report to work or remain at work when other County employees are granted administrative leave. Employees in this classification may be assigned to any of the three shifts to ensure 24-hour coverage to maintain the facility's security. EACH APPLICANT MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION WHICH CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION. Salary Range Transparency: The salary range listed in this announcement reflects the offer range for this position. Offers made within this range are based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity. Job Location : Prince George's County, MD Conditions of Employment : Upon selection , the candidate must: <span lang="EN-US"