MDTA Police Cadet

Hanover, MD
Maryland Department of Transportation Police Department

Salary: $36,093.00 Annually

Position Summary:

This is the trainee level of law enforcement work for the Maryland Transportation Authority. The employee in this classification receives instruction in commercial vehicle safety inspections, the operation of specialized mobile equipment, traffic flow direction, and providing information to travelers. As the work experience progresses, the employee is required to assume more responsible and difficult functions. MDTA Police Cadets do not have the power of arrest and do not bear arms.

Requirements:

  • Applicants must be United States Citizens and must be at least 18 years of age and no more than 20 years of age. Applicants reaching 21 years of age by the hiring date will no longer be considered eligible for appointment as MdTA Police Cadet.
  • Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
  • Applicants must possess a Class C Maryland Driver’s License valid in the State of Maryland. Applicants must list the license number and date of expiration on the application.