Internal Investigation Detective Sergeant - PSCS Statewide

About the Role

The Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) in Maryland invites dedicated professionals to join as Internal Investigation Detective Sergeants. This role offers a rewarding career with strong benefits including medical and dental coverage, paid leave, pension plans, and opportunities for professional development within one of the state's largest departments comprising nearly 12,000 employees.

Positions are available across several locations in Maryland including Howard County (Savage), Allegany County (Cumberland), Washington County (Hagerstown), and Wicomico County (Salisbury), with the potential to fill future statewide permanent and contractual vacancies.

Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct confidential and administrative investigations concerning criminal activities and serious misconduct under supervision from the Intelligence & Investigative Division leadership.
• Interview complainants, victims, witnesses, and suspects utilizing approved interrogation techniques compliant with established procedures.
• Gather and preserve physical evidence relevant to investigations using standard collection methods.
• Prepare clear, unbiased, and detailed investigative reports for criminal and administrative cases.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent as recognized by the Maryland State Board of Education.
• Minimum of two years’ investigative experience as an Internal Investigation Detective Provisional or equivalent investigative law enforcement experience within municipal, county, state, or federal agencies.
• Must hold current or recent (within three years) Maryland Police & Correctional Training Commission Law Enforcement Certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience handling allegations of employee misconduct or investigating suspected criminal acts by staff.
• Proficiency in producing comprehensive criminal and administrative investigation reports.

Licenses and Certifications

• Active Maryland Police Officer certification is mandatory.
• A valid Maryland motor vehicle operator’s license is required for duties involving vehicle operation.

Additional Requirements

• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English are essential; multilingual ability, especially in Spanish, Mandarin, or Korean, is advantageous.
• Candidates must meet Maryland Police Training Commission standards, including U.S. citizenship or resident alien status, minimum age 21, comprehensive background checks, oral interview, physicals, polygraph, and psychological assessments.
• Medical examination to assess fitness to perform job functions, periodic firearms proficiency, and being subject to 24/7 call-in are conditions of employment.
• Compliance with substance abuse testing policies as per Maryland regulations.

Selection Process

Applicants must provide complete documentation evidencing qualifications by the deadline. Selection includes assessment of education, experience, and skills, with shortlisted candidates undertaking a written report-writing test during interviews. Successful applicants are placed on an eligibility list valid for at least one year.

Employee Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance at affordable rates.
• Annual leave and sick leave accrual: 10 days annual leave and 15 days sick leave per year, plus 6 personal days prorated based on start date.
• Up to 60 days paid parental leave upon child birth or adoption.
• At least 12 paid state holidays annually.
• State pension plans and supplemental retirement options.
• Access to Maryland State Employees Credit Union.

Additional Information

If online application is not feasible, applicants may submit paper application materials by email to the recruitment contact before the closing date. Assistance is available for application issues. Veterans and persons with disabilities, including bilingual candidates, are encouraged to apply. Maryland promotes equality and diversity among its workforce.