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Job Opportunities

Job Opportunities

Scholarship Opportunity

The National Military Intelligence Foundation (NMIF) is pleased to
announce a competition for scholarships to support students pursuing
courses of study and formal degrees in intelligence studies and related
disciplines.

Please visit: http://www.nmia.org/about/scholarshipprogram.html

Police Officer 

City of Newark, Delaware

Deadline:October 6, 2008 through October 31, 2008

-professionally managed, growing university community accepting applications for the position of police officer

  • Applicants must be at least 21 years of age
  • possess an associate degree or its equivalent
  • have a valid driver's license with no recent suspension
  • have no felony convictions
  • meet physical requirements
  • be a U.S. citizen.

-a rewarding career opportunity which offers an excellent salary and fringe benefit program.

Salary range for this position is $44,318 to $57,713  with possibility for rapid advancement.

Applicants will undergo an extensive screening process which includes a written test, oral interview, physical agility test, background investigation, physical examination, and psychological evaluation.

Application packets may be picked up at the City manager's Office, City of Newark Municipal Building, 220 Elkton Road, Newark, Delaware 191711.  If you would like a packet sent to you, call (302) 366- 7026 or e-mail your request to personnel@newark.de.us EOE

 

Police Officer
Bedford, VA

Deadline:  Open until filled

The City of Bedford Virginia Police Department is seeking applicants for the position of Police Officer.  Duties include enforcing the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia as well as the ordinances of the City of Bedford.  Applicants must pass a rigorous background investigation, a physical agility and written aptitude test, a psychological and physical examination. 

Qualifications:

  • At least 21 years of age
  • U.S. citizen
  • Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
  • Possess a valid Virginia driver's license with a good driving record
  • No felony or misdemeanor convictions including moral turpitude or domestic violence
  • Good physical condition
  • Vision must be 20/20 corrected or 20/60 uncorrected

Benefits:

  • Starting salary for a Police Officer Trainee is $32, 170.14
  • After successful completion of training, salary is $33,778.64
  • Salary for certified officers is negotiable
  • Virginia Supplemental Retirement System
  • Health, vision, and dental insurance programs
  • Life insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement program

The employment application, job description, and police employment package are available at the City of Bedford Municipal Building located at 215 East Main St., Bedford, VA 24523.

The City of Bedford is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Community Re-Entry Resident Supervisor 
Montgomery County, Maryland

Recruitment Period Begins August 11, 2008

Front-line and entry-level position with Montgomery County (Maryland) Department of Correction and Rehabilitation's (DOCR) nationally-recognized Pre-Release program; Part of reentry team to assist court-sentenced individuals transition to the community; Monitor and guide program participants living at the Pre-Release Center (PRC) and on Home Confinement; Oversee program's security and accreditation requirements; Facilitate morning programs; Work in 171-bed ACA accredited PRC located in Rockville, Maryland with field work conducted throughout the Greater Washington DC area; Collaborate with social service providers, courts, police, prosecutors, probation/parole agents, sex offender registry office; Work directly with DOCR staff at the Montgomery County Division; Professional opportunities to advance within the Pre-Release and Reentry Services Division and the Department.  More program information at:  http://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/mcgtmpl.asp?url=/content/docr/PRC/PRC_GRP.asp.

Qualifications:

  • 18 years of age and a citizen of the United States or a resident alien
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field
  • Pass a comprehensive background investigation, psychological evaluation, medical examination, physical strength test, and drug/alcohol screen
  • Successfully complete the Maryland Correctional Training Academy Entry-Level Program within 12 months of hire
  • Willingness to work 8-hour schedules on one of three shifts:  7am - 3:30pm;  3pm - 11:30pm; 11pm - 7:30am; including weekends and holidays.

Preferred Criteria:

  • Experience providing services and/or supervising individuals with criminal histories in community setting
  • Familiarity with criminal justice and social services systems collaborations
  • Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse staff and clients with varied backgrounds.

For more information, call DOCR Human Resources
Section at 240-777-9759 or toll free at 1-866-800-1305.