Employment

TOWN OF BERLIN

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Planning and Zoning – Planning Director

Salary Range: Exempt Grade 20 Step 8 $95,591 to Grade 20 Step 10  $100,431

**With a signing bonus, inquire with the Town’s Human Resources Director at [email protected]**

Essential Functions: The Town of Berlin is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Planning Director. This position is a full-time exempt position with full benefits. The Planning Director plans, directs, coordinates, and administers all activities of the Department of Planning and Zoning on behalf of the Mayor and Council. This position is responsible for supervising and performing regulatory administration of plan reviews, code enforcement, issuance of applicable permits for new construction, repairs and renovations, and other matters, serves as staff to certain Boards and Commissions, and represents the Town and Department before various agencies and the public. This position is responsible for planning for the physical development and growth of the Town of Berlin while maintaining a culture that embraces the Town’s mission, vision, and values.

Education and Experience: Must possess a high school diploma or general education degree and a bachelor’s degree in urban planning, Land Use Planning, Public Administration, Architecture, or a closely related field. Experience may be substituted for educational requirements. American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) Certification is desired or must be obtained within one year of hire. Must maintain a valid Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record; pre-employment and periodic review of Motor Vehicle Records are required. Pre-employment and periodic background checks are required. The employee will be subject to pre-employment, post-accident, random, and reasonable cause drug and/or alcohol testing.

Apply: Qualified candidates are invited to submit a confidential Town of Berlin application for employment, a resume, and three professional references to the Town’s Human Resources Director at [email protected]. Applications can be found at www.berlinmd.gov or can be picked up at 10 William Street Berlin, MD 21811 or by calling 410-641-2770. EOE/M/F/V/D.

Closing Date: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. 

TOWN OF BERLIN

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Administrative Assistant II

Administration Department

Pay Range: Grade 6 Step 2 $20.02/hour to Grade 6 Step 5 $21.55/hour

Essential Functions: The Administrative Assistant II is a full-time position with full benefits. They perform various tasks as directed to aid in the daily operations of the Administration Department. The work environment is fast-paced and would require an individual to be skilled in various computer programs and be willing to learn new competencies as needed. The position may be directed to work with Elected Officials or other departments on an as-needed basis and at the direction of the Town Administrator. Works a 40-hour workweek with the possibility of nights, weekends, and holidays.

Education and Experience: A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required. An associate or bachelor’s degree in business or a related field is preferred. Possession of a Maryland certification as a Notary Public is preferred but can be obtained upon hiring, at the Town’s expense. Preference is given to Certified Municipal Clerks or those willing to obtain the certification with the Town, at the Town’s expense. Upper-level administrative duties or supervision experience is preferred.

Requirements: Knowledge of office practices, procedures, and equipment. Knowledge of business practices, English, spelling, punctuation, and grammar. Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite. Types at a minimum speed of forty words per minute. The ability to perform basic mathematics and maintain the confidentiality of records and other materials is necessary. Must possess human relations skills and the ability to communicate and work well with elected and appointed officials, the public, consultants, vendors, outside agencies, and coworkers courteously and tactfully. Must be able to perform duties safely and efficiently and set the standard for others.

Closing Day: Monday, October 14, 2024, or until filled.

Apply: Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a confidential Town of Berlin employment application, a resume, and three professional references to the Town’s Human Resources Director at [email protected]. Applications can be found at www.berlinmd.gov or can be picked up at 10 William Street Berlin, MD 21811, or by calling 410-641-2770. EOE/M/F/V/D.

Police Officers

(Cadets and Experienced)

Berlin Police Department

The Berlin Police Department is accepting applications for full-time police officers. There will be a physical agility test for cadets at the Berlin Police Department, with the written test to immediately follow upon successful completion of the physical agility.

Cadets: Starting salary for cadets is $21.70/hour ($45,136) while in the academy and through successful completion of field training. Salary then goes to $25.13/hour ($52,270)

Experienced/Laterals:

Less than two (2) years of experience $25.13/hour ($52,270)

Over two (2) years of experience $28.70/hour ($59,696)

Over 10 years of experience $31.01/hour ($64,500)

***Additional pay awarded to individuals with specialty fields, see below***

Applicants must:

• Be 21 Years Old
• Be a U.S. Citizen
• Have a High-School Diploma or approved GED
• Pass extensive background checks to include: Psychological exam, Physical exam, Drug test, Criminal history, Credit check, and Driving Record.

The following is a list of current benefits also provided by the Town of Berlin:

• Town-paid life insurance
• Membership with Maryland State Retirement Law Enforcement Officers Pension System
• Fifteen paid holidays a year (additional holiday pay if worked)
• Inclement weather pay
• Shift differential pay for evening and midnight shifts
• Specialty unit pay (examples: K9, Collision Reconstruction, Criminal Investigation Division, Polygraph Operator, Bi-lingual, etc…)
• Sick leave (one day a month, no carryover limit)
• Personal days (two annually)
• Vacation days (6 days year one, 12 days years two through five, etc.)
• Educational benefits (required paid in full by town/non-required 100% reimbursed with contract)
• Overtime and compensatory leave
• Take home car if approved by Chief of Police

For questions or applications please contact the Berlin Police Department at 410-641-1333 or stop in at 129 Decatur Street, Berlin, MD 21811. Applications can also be found online at www.berlinmdpd.org and click on Employment.

**Applications will not be accepted through the Town’s website, the applications found on this page are different than a police officer application, which can only be obtained through the Police Department here.** Applications for this position are accepted year-round and will be kept for one year. During that year if a vacancy becomes available the Police Department will be in contact with you. DO NOT use the application on this webpage, the Police Department has a separate application that can be found here. 

TOWN OF BERLIN

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Sanitation Operator I

Department of Public Works – Sanitation

Fulltime                    Salary: Grade 5 Step 5 – $20.53/hour                Full Benefits

Essential Functions: To aid in the operations and duties of the Public Works Department. This position performs manual labor and is responsible for repairing, maintaining, and caring for03 Town grounds, structures, and equipment. This position collects refuse and recyclable materials from town residents and town buildings. This is a full-time position with a 40-hour workweek and the option of overtime. This position is considered essential and is subject to emergency call-outs, which may include, nights, weekends, inclement weather, and holidays.

Education and Experience: A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required. Must possess and maintain a valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a good driving record; pre-employment and periodic review of Motor Vehicle Records are required. Must possess the ability to operate the tools that are required to perform the essential job duties of the position. This position will require the ability to operate heavy and small equipment. Must possess the ability to use common sense understanding to carry out uninvolved instructions and resolve problems in standardized situations. Must be able to perform duties safely and efficiently as well as set the standard for others. Must be able to keep an open mind, possess communication skills, and work with citizens, employees, and elected officials courteously and professionally.

Closing Day: October 14, 2024, or until filled.

Apply: Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a confidential Town of Berlin application for employment, a resume, and three professional references to the Town’s Human Resources Director at [email protected]. Applications can be found at www.berlinmd.gov or can be picked up at 10 William Street Berlin, MD 21811 or by calling 410-641-2770. EOE/M/F/V/D.