Police Sergeant, Grade 17

The City of Glenarden Public Safety Department is currently seeking a qualified and experienced Police Sergeant to join our Department of Public Safety. The Department provides 24/7 patrol only coverage to the City’s incorporated jurisdiction, approximately 6,270 residents located just outside of Washington, DC.   The Sergeant will provide day-to-day supervision of assigned personnel and operations, within the Police Department. This role requires a strong leader with proven law enforcement experience, including criminal investigations, community policing, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage complex situations effectively. This position reports directly to the Chief of Police.

 APPLICANTS MUST HAVE SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED A STATE OF MARYLAND ACCREDITED POLICE ACADEMY; BE IN GOOD STANDING WITH PREVIOUS LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCY AND/OR BE CERTIFIED.

 PRIMARY FUNCTIONS

• Supervise personnel in accordance with departmental policies, procedures, and applicable laws.
• Provide immediate supervision to civilian staff in the absence of designated unit supervisors.
• Perform all general law enforcement duties, including responding to service calls, making arrests, collecting evidence, issuing citations, and ensuring public safety.
• Conduct roll calls and communicate new memorandums, orders, and directives.
• Investigate internal and external complaints regarding officer conduct.
• Review, correct, and approve reports submitted by subordinate officers.
• Ensure proper handling of calls for service and duty assignments.
• Assist officers with investigations, interrogations, and report writing.
• Testify in court as required.
• Manage resources effectively, including personnel, time, and equipment.
• Process crime scenes, collect evidence, and perform fingerprint lifting.
• Lead complex criminal investigations (e.g., homicides, sexual assaults, child abuse).
• Conduct interrogations and obtain confessions in support of investigations.
• Respond to and process major crime scenes using specialized tools and techniques.
• Identify suspects and develop leads through investigative processes.
• Provide in-service training and ensure departmental compliance with accreditation standards.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with external law enforcement agencies.
• Represent the department at public meetings, programs, and official events.
• Participate in community engagement initiatives and information-sharing forums.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Post-secondary education or technical certification preferred.
• Three to seven years of progressively responsible law enforcement experience.
• Minimum of two years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• 21 years of age

 Certifications and Licenses:

• Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission (“MPCTC”) Certification
• State Police Training Commission Certification
• First Aid/CPR/AED certification
• Valid State Driver’s License

 Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

The required knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position of Police Sergeant include, but are not limited to:

• Knowledge of principles of modern police administration and law enforcement techniques.
• Knowledge of criminal and civil law, arrest/search warrant procedures, and evidence handling.
• Knowledge of interview and interrogation methods.
• Knowledge of defensive tactics, crime prevention strategies, and public relations.
• Knowledge of recordkeeping and report preparation standards.
• Knowledge of crime scene processing and suspect apprehension techniques.
• Knowledge of judicial procedures and prosecutorial processes.
• Proficient in interpreting and applying laws, policies, and procedures.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including conflict resolution and mediation.
• Effective public speaking and courtroom testimony.
• Competence in critical thinking and quick decision-making in high-pressure situations.
• Ability to successfully complete physical fitness evaluations to perform rigorous duties, including running, climbing, lifting objects up to twenty-five (25) pounds, and occasionally up to one hundred (100) pounds, in addition to and pursuit of suspects.
• Ability to prepare clear and accurate reports and correspondence.
• Ability to handle emotionally charged and potentially violent encounters with professionalism.
• Ability to interact effectively and respectfully with diverse cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic groups.
• Must be physically capable of pursuing and detaining suspects.
• Requires strong memory recall, decision-making abilities, and resilience in emergencies.
• Must maintain emotional control under stress.

Any equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. EACH APPLICANT MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION THAT CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION.

This is a full-time permanent position and is deemed essential. Days and hours of operation are determined by Chief of Police. As required, the candidate will be expected to work evenings and/or weekends during City sponsored events. If selected, the candidate must successfully pass a background check to include a psychological, polygraph, medical and drug tests. Starting salary $62,597 - $65,766 per year. Please submit your resume to Karen DC Shoultz at [email protected] by the closing date of May 26, 2025.

The City of Glenarden is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering and inclusive and professional work environment.  Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.