Employment

TOWN OF BERLIN

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Administrative Services Coordinator – Police Department

Starting Salary Range Grade 8 – Step 1 $23.65/hr. to Step 8 $26.76/hr. DOQ

Full Time with Benefits (Full Job Description Attached)

Essential Functions: The Administrative Services Coordinator serves as the primary administrative support professional for the Berlin Police Department, providing advanced administrative, records management, budget, grant, and public service support. This position is responsible for processing and maintaining police records, coordinating criminal justice reporting, assisting with budget preparation and tracking, administering grants, supporting accreditation efforts, managing records retention requirements, and providing administrative support to the Chief of Police and command staff. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional organizational and communication skills, maintain strict confidentiality, demonstrate strong attention to detail, and be proficient in modern office technology and records management systems. This position works a standard 40-hour workweek, with occasional evening, weekend, holiday, or overtime hours required to support departmental operations, meetings, training, and special events.

Education and Licensing: A high school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) is required. An Associate’s Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Criminal Justice, Office Administration, or a related field is preferred. Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of higher education requirements. Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record. Must successfully complete and maintain a Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) certification, including MILES/NCIC access, within six (6) months of employment. Maryland Notary Public certification is preferred or may be obtained at the Town’s expense.

Experience: Knowledge of modern office practices, records management principles, business communications, customer service practices, and municipal government operations. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint is required. Experience with law enforcement records management systems, CJIS regulations, MILES/NCIC operations, UCR/NIBRS reporting requirements, grant administration, and municipal budgeting is preferred. Knowledge of records retention requirements, public information laws, criminal justice data security standards, and accreditation processes is desirable. Ability to maintain confidential information, prepare accurate reports and correspondence, organize complex filing systems, perform detailed administrative work, communicate effectively, and establish positive working relationships with coworkers, public officials, outside agencies, and members of the public. Ability to successfully complete a favorable pre-employment background check and drug screening.

Closing Day: Sunday, June 28, 2026, or until filled. For planning purposes, we are tentatively intending to hold interviews for this position between July 6 and July 9.

Apply: Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a confidential application directly to the Berlin Police Department. Applications will not be accepted through the Town of Berlin website. Applicants must complete the Berlin Police Department employment application, which is available on the Department’s website here.

Completed applications may be submitted in person, mailed to the Berlin Police Department at 129 Decatur Street, Berlin, MD 21811, or emailed as directed on the Department’s website. Due to the additional information and documentation required for police department positions, applicants should not use the Town of Berlin employment application available on this webpage.

The Town of Berlin is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/M/F/V/D).

For questions, to obtain a paper application, or for additional information, please contact the Berlin Police Department at (410) 641-1333 or visit the Department at 129 Decatur Street, Berlin, MD 21811.

Additional information and application materials are available at: Berlin Police Department Applications.

Police Officer – Berlin Police Department

Full-time with benefits – Experienced or Cadets

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. Upon successful completion of the physical test, the written test would follow immediately on-site.

Cadets: The starting salary for cadets is a Grade 5 Step 15 $26.81/hour ($55,764.80/annually) while in the academy and through successful completion of field training. The salary then increases to a Grade 7 Step 15 $29.56/hour ($61,484.80/annually). The approved FY 2026 Step and Grade Pay Scale is available here.

Experienced/Laterals:
Less than two (2) years of experience – Grade 7 Step 15 $29.56/hour ($61,484.80/annually).
Over two (2) years of experience – Grade 9 Step 13 $31.02/hour ($64,521.60/annually).
10+ years of experience – Grade 11 Step 11 $32.55/hour ($67,704/annually).
***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 an approved GED.
• Pass extensive background checks to include psychological exams, physical exams, drug tests, criminal history, credit check, and driving record.

Current benefits also provided by the Town of Berlin:

• Town-paid $50,000 life insurance.
• Membership with the Maryland State Retirement Law Enforcement Officers Pension System (LEOPS).
• Sixteen 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, or other approved specialized training).
• Sick leave (one day a month, no carryover limit).
• Personal days (two annually).
• Vacation days (6 days in year one, 12 days in 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 the Chief of Police.

For questions, or to pick up a paper application, please contact the Berlin Police Department at 410-641-1333 or stop in the department at 129 Decatur Street, Berlin, MD 21811. More information here: www.berlinmdpd.org

Applications will not be accepted through the Town’s website. Police Department applications can be found here. Drop off or mail replies to the Berlin Police Department, 129 Decatur Street, Berlin, MD 21811. Applications accepted year-round and kept on file for one year. During that year, if another vacancy becomes available, the Berlin Police Department will be in contact with you. Again, DO NOT use the application on this webpage; please use the Police Department application found here. 

US Mail Address: 129 Decatur Street Berlin, MD 21811

Contact No: 410-641-1333

Police Communication Officers

SEEKING FULL-TIME OR PART-TIME (Benefits offered for full-time staff)

FY2026 Starting at a Grade 5 Step 6 $21.47/hour ($44,657.60 annually)

The Berlin Police Department is accepting applications for both full-time and part-time Police Communication Officers.  The application period is open until filled. DO NOT use the application on this webpage; the Police Department has a separate application that can be found here. 

Applicants must:

• Be flexible, with shifts during the day, evening, and midnight.
• Be 20 years old or older.
• Be a U.S. citizen.
• Have a high school diploma or approved GED.
• Pass an extensive background check that includes a drug test, criminal history review, check of prior employers, and references, among other requirements.
• Must be able to complete an entry-level MILES/NCIC logon course certified by CJIS.
• No experience is required, but it is preferred.

Contact the Berlin Police Department for an application at 410-641-1333 or go to www.berlinmdpd.org and click on employment to download the application. Drop off or mail replies to Berlin Police Department, 129 Decatur Street, Berlin, MD 21811

Applications will not be accepted through the Town’s website. Police Department applications can be found here. Applications are accepted year-round and will be kept on file for one year. During that year, if another vacancy becomes available, the Berlin Police Department will be in contact with you. Again, DO NOT use the application on this webpage; please use the Police Department application found here. 

TOWN OF BERLIN

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

 Full-Time – Sanitation Operator I

Department of Public Works – Sanitation

 Starting Hourly Rate: Grade 5 Step 8 – $23.12/hour

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 for 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: First review of applications will take place after July 1, 2026, but the position will remain posted 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 kjensen@berlinmd.gov. Applications can be found at www.berlinmd.gov or can be picked up at 14 S. Main Street, Berlin, MD 21811 or by calling 410-641-2770. EOE/M/F/V/D.

Please note: A full overview of our benefits and our current pay scale with a full range can be found on our website for reference under the Human Resources page and under the Employment page.