MTA Entry-Level Police Officer

Salary: $58,758.00 - $132,438.00 Annually
Location : Baltimore City
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 8300-MTA-01/25-MA
Department: Maryland Transit Administration
Opening Date: 01/27/2025
Closing Date: Continuous

Description
MARYLAND TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION (MTA)
ENTRY LEVEL POLICE OFFICER

**Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply**

Attractive Retirement and Benefits Package Provided
Salary starts at $58,758.00 - Increased upon graduation from the academy.

The Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) is seeking Entry Level Police Officers to join the existing MTA force serving MTA Bus, Metro, Light Rail and MARC Train/Commuter Bus Systems.

The Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) is recruiting for Entry-Level Police Officers. This is an intermediate level of law enforcement work at the MTA. The duties for this position will include but are not limited to: enforcing laws; rules and regulations governing the protection of personnel and State property; performing safety and security duties patrolling in automatic transmission motor vehicles or on foot; responding to trespassers and suspicious persons; directing vehicular traffic and enforcing parking regulations; issuing verbal and written warnings or issuing summonses and make arrests; investigating accidents and criminal acts; writing clear and accurate accident and/or unusual incident reports in accordance with agency guidelines; responding to disturbances and emergencies; rendering emergency first aid; transporting suspects in State vehicles; and performing other related duties and participating in additional training as required. This position will care for and bare firearms.
Qualifications

Position Requirements:
Age/Citizenship: At least 20 ½ years of age and a citizen of the United States.
Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a GED certificate recognized by the State of Maryland.

Selection Process:
1. Written Examination
2. Physical Agility Test
3. Oral Interview
4. Background Investigation
5. Polygraph Examination
6. Medical Examination

Once your application is reviewed and accepted by Human Resources, you will receive written notification for a scheduled written examination date. You must pass the written examination in order to move to the next step in the process. A six (6) month waiting period is required for those individuals who have previously taken the written exam for this position.

*Only candidates who meet all other qualifications may be selected to attend the academy.
Licenses & Certifications

Required Documentation:
Upon passing the written examination, the candidate will need to provide the following documentation:
1. A recent copy (not over 30 days) of your non-certified total driving record (NOT 36 months) available from the MVA. Instructions can be found by visiting .
2. Photocopy of your current Driver's License

Please Note:
A driver's license valid in the State of Maryland and a good driving record is required; driving record must be within MTA standards (no more than 2 moving violations in the last 3 years; no more than 3 moving violations in the past 5 years; and not more than 4 current points).
Additional Information
Employees should adhere to all safety rules, policies, regulations, and personal protective equipment requirements to support a safe and healthy working environment. Employees may attend and participate in safety meetings and should report hazards, unsafe acts, near misses, injuries, and accidents immediately to the Office of Safety and supervision.

To support a safe and healthy work environment, employees must refrain from willful violations of safety rules and procedures, reckless and negligent behavior, involvement in criminal activities, and the misuse of drugs or alcohol. Failure to adhere to this requirement may be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination. May only perform work for which they have the appropriate safety training.

TO APPLY
You must complete a Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) application (Form MJ-45) to be considered for this recruitment. Resumes may not be substituted for the application. It is essential that the application is filled out completely and accurately, listing all relevant experience and addressing the specific requirements shown above. This includes, but is not limited to, full or part time, volunteer, military, acting capacity, or any other experience that is relevant to the position you are applying for within MDOT, one of the modal administrations, or the Authority. Applications not completely filled out will not be considered. The selected candidate may be subject to background and reference checks. Employees are subject to the State Substance Abuse Policy to include possible drug testing.

The incumbent in this position may be a member of a covered bargaining unit.

Applications must be completed and submitted online by registering at
Make sure you meet the minimum and selective qualifications and follow the instructions on MDOT's Online Employment Center website.
Selected candidates may be subject to background and reference checks.
Applicants who have education obtained outside of the U.S. will be required to provide proof of the equivalent U.S. education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service, such as the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (http://www.naces.org) or World Education Services: International Credential Evaluation (https://www.wes.org/).

01

I understand that my responses to the MTA Entry- Level Police Officer supplemental questionnaire as well as the information included in the application are subject to verification during the recruitment/selection process. I further understand that a six (6) month waiting period is required for those individuals who have previously taken the written exam for this position.

• Yes, I have read this statement above.

02

MTA Entry-Level Police Officer Age/Citizenship Requirement: Are you at least 20 ½ years of age and a citizen of the United States?

• Yes, I meet the Age and Citizenship requirement.
• No, I do not meet this requirement.

03

Have you graduated from an accredited high school or possess a GED certificate recognized by the State of Maryland?

• Yes
• No

04

A driver's license valid in the State of Maryland is required for this position. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes, I do meet this requirement.
• No, I do not meet this requirement.

05

If you answered yes to the question above, please provide the following information in the space below.1. Driver License Number:2. Driver License Classification (please note class)3. Driver License Expiration Date:4. Driver License State of Issue:
Required Question