Director of Internal Affairs (MCP CAPTAIN)

Introduction

\r\nThe Maryland Department of General Services (DGS) supports State and local government agencies, as well as local non-profit organizations and the citizens of Maryland, by providing facilities management, real estate and surplus property services, as well as security and law enforcement for State buildings. DGS is also responsible for a full spectrum of facilities engineering, design and construction services, almost $1 billion in annual contract administration, and overseeing the State procurement process. Here at DGS, we truly Do Great Service… Consider joining our team!��\r\n�\r\n\r\n

GRADE

SLE 0008\r\n

LOCATION OF POSITION

\r\nBaltimore State Office Complex�\r\n301 W. Preston Street�\r\nBaltimore, MD� 21201\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

\r\nThe primary purpose of the Director of Internal Affairs is to provide strategic leadership and oversight of the Maryland Capitol Police's internal investigative function, ensuring the fair, thorough, and impartial handling of complex and highly confidential investigations involving employee misconduct, policy violations, and other sensitive matters. This role is responsible for safeguarding MCP's integrity by promoting accountability, upholding professional standards, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and agency policies.\r\n\r\n\r\nThe Director of Internal Affairs establishes investigative protocols, ensures consistency and quality in investigative practices, and provides expert guidance on high-risk or high-profile cases. Additionally, the role serves as a key advisor to the Chief and Deputy Chief of Police on matters that may pose legal, operational, or reputational risk, while maintaining strict confidentiality and fostering trust among employees and stakeholders.\r\n

POSITION DUTIES

Duties include, but are not\r\nlimited to:\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Establish and enforce investigative\r\n standards, protocols, and procedures to ensure all investigations are conducted\r\n in a fair, impartial, and consistent manner, in compliance with applicable\r\n laws, regulations, and agency policies\r\n Oversee internal investigations�\r\n Provide strategic leadership and guidance�\r\n Review and approve investigative findings�\r\n Develop training and continuous improvement initiatives�\r\n Special projects\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

\r\n\r\nPreference will be given to applicants�who possess the following preferred qualification(s).�Include clear and specific information on your application regarding�your qualifications.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n High School diploma or G.E.D.\r\n Certificate acceptable to the Maryland State Board of Education, as\r\n described in the Police Training Commission Regulation.��\r\n Five (5) years of leadership\r\n experience in Internal Affairs, with direct management of Detectives and\r\n Administrative staff.\r\n Experience with the Public\r\n Accountability Board and the Administrative Charging Committee.\r\n Proven ability to investigate,\r\n review, and approve cases while meeting deadlines.\r\n Skilled in using IA Pro and Blue\r\n Team (CI Technologies) software.�\r\n Expertise in conducting complex\r\n interviews and interrogations.\r\n Strong knowledge of the HB670\r\n Police Accountability Act.\r\n Experience with\r\n Maryland Public Information Act.\r\n Experience with\r\n criminal, serious misconduct, and indictment-type investigations.\r\n Minimum of 10 years\r\n of law enforcement experience as a certified police officer in\r\n Maryland.�\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle.� Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.\r\n

SELECTION PROCESS

\r\nIt is important that you provide complete and accurate\r\ninformation on your application.� Please include all experience and\r\neducation that is related to this position.� All information concerning\r\nyour qualifications must be submitted by the closing date; information\r\nsubmitted after the closing date will not be considered.� Credit is\r\ngiven for relevant part-time, temporary, or volunteer experience based on\r\nthe number of hours worked per week; you must include the time spent on\r\nsuch activities on your application.\r\n\r\n\r\nNote that for any position requiring a college degree or college credit,\r\nyou will be required to submit a college transcript prior to being offered\r\na position.� You may submit your transcript as part of\r\nthe application process.�\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThe examination for this position will consist of a rating\r\nof your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of\r\nthe position.� Successful candidates will be placed on the employment\r\neligibility list categorized as BEST QUALIFIED, BETTER QUALIFIED, or\r\nQUALIFIED.� The eligibility list will be valid for one year and may\r\nbe extended. The list will be used by the hiring authority to select\r\nemployees for interviews.Eligible lists may be used to fill future\r\nvacancies of the same classification.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nPlease note, selected candidates may be required to complete and\r\nsuccessfully pass a State and Federal fingerprint background check prior\r\nto being hired. You must be legally authorized under the United States\r\nImmigration Reform and Control Act to be hired in the position for which\r\nyou apply.\r\n\r\n\r\n

BENEFITS

\r\nThe State of Maryland offers a generous benefits package\r\nthat includes:\r\n\r\n- Tuition reimbursement, if funding is available, for those who qualify��\r\n- Flexible work schedules and telework opportunities for\r\nmany positions�\r\n- Free mass transit in Baltimore & Annapolis��\r\n- Generous paid leave that increases with years of\r\nservice��\r\n- Paid holidays��\r\n- Health coverage with low out-of-pocket costs��\r\n- Employee & employer contributory pension\r\nplan\r\n\r\n\r\n�\r\nClick on the link below for more information\r\nSTATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\r\n\r\n\r\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Contact Keri.Williams1@maryland.gov or call 410-767-5081 with questions about this\r\nrecruitment. The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. Apply\r\nonline at dgs.maryland.gov –\r\nHuman Resources & Employment and Current Openings. If you are unable\r\nto submit your application online, please send your paper application\r\nto: Human Resources, Dept. of General Services, 301 W. Preston St., Suite\r\n1311, Baltimore, MD 21201 by the closing date and time. TTY Users: call\r\nvia Maryland Relay.\r\n�\r\nAs an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to\r\nrecruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the\r\nState’s diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are\r\nencouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.\r\n�\r\n�\r\nDGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer\r\n