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Campus Police Officer (Campus Safety & Security)

The Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276

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This position is for our 11pm to 7am Shift. We are seeking a Campus Police Officer who will provide security services to the Homewood Campus and off‑campus facilities and activities. The officer shall act as a first responder to mitigate any high‑risk incident or event that impacts their assigned post.

Responsibilities include uniformed patrols and crime prevention services to protect life and property; providing proactive support of student and staff initiatives; developing and maintaining a positive rapport with students, faculty, staff, and members of the surrounding neighborhoods; coordinating and cooperating with various University administrators in the preliminary and follow‑up investigation of complaints; reporting criminal offenses and disruptions; enforcing University policies and regulations, State laws and Baltimore City Ordinances; writing reports and keeping records. Position involves shift work and rotating days off. Work will be supervised on a daily basis by the on‑duty Campus Safety and Security Shift Commander.

NOTE: This position is a non‑sworn, unarmed position within the current security organization. Shift assignments are determined by the needs of the department (assigned after training is complete).

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

Patrol assigned areas on foot, bicycle, Segway human transporters, T‑3 patrol vehicles or any other vehicles assigned for patrolling; actively participate in crime prevention and community policing activities.

Respond to routine and emergency calls for various types of service and take action as appropriate to support the on‑duty shift as needed.

Conduct preliminary investigations and collaborate with the on‑duty shift; maintain confidentiality while writing clear, concise, and accurate reports.

Direct pedestrian and vehicle traffic as needed; provide escorts and other general services as needed to support the on‑duty shift.

Work flexible shifts and any day of the week that includes holidays or weekends to assist with operational and special event assignments.

Use various computers and other equipment as a routine function of this position.

Perform other security related services for the faculty, staff, students, and visitors of The Johns Hopkins University as may be necessary.

Provide security for the University's on‑and off‑campus property, facilities, and activities.

Requirements

The officer must be able to become certified as a Special Police Officer by the State of Maryland and comply with the scope of commission per MD Public Safety Article Section 3‑307. Application for a special police officer commission will be made after hire and during the initial training period. The University will cover any expenses related to the application for the commission and permit. Denial by the Maryland State Police of a commission or permit, or subsequent revocation of those privileges, may result in dismissal.

Must pass a University criminal background investigation.

Must be in possession of a valid state driver's license with a clean motor vehicle driving record (no more than two current points).

Must successfully complete a physical/health screening examination by the Office of Occupational Health and Safety, which includes a drug screening; successfully meet and maintain Campus Safety and Security physical requirements.

Special Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Must be able to operate a variety of machines and equipment including automobiles, vans, office equipment, radio, and telephone.

Must be able to become certified to operate Segway’s, T‑3’s, bicycles, or any other equipment assigned to assist in performing essential job functions.

Must be trained and certified to carry and operate any weapons or devices when appropriate (OC spray, collapsible baton, handcuffs, etc.) assigned to enable the officer(s) to mitigate a threatening incident or event on the University’s on‑and off‑campus properties and facilities.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills are necessary to effectively deal with University students, faculty, staff and the public.

Candidates must be able to maintain a professional demeanor and restraint at all times, including in stressful situations.

Must be able to work independently in the absence of a supervisor, make observations and write clear, concise, accurate reports containing acceptable content with proper grammar and punctuation, reflecting these observations.

Must be able to analyze and react to stressful and hostile situations professionally.

Must be able to interact with the general public, students, staff, and faculty in a collaborative manner.

Must be able to work all shifts, including weekends, holidays, and overtime shifts. Overtime may be mandatory.

Must be ready, willing, and able to respond and take action to mitigate any high‑risk incident or event that presents a danger to the University community.

Must be willing to work in a collaborative manner with University mental health professionals in stressful situations involving University personnel.

Should be proficient in using multiple computer software programs designed to prepare reports and other documents (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Physical Requirements

Must successfully complete a physical/health screening examination by the Office of Occupational Health and Safety, which includes a drug screening; meet and maintain Campus Safety and Security physical requirements.

Physical demands exceed those for sedentary work; officers must be able to remain on feet for extended periods, stoop, kneel, crouch, lift.

Must be physically able to operate a variety of machines and equipment including automobiles, vans, Segways, T‑3 vehicles, bicycles, baton, pepper spray, office equipment, radio, telephone, computers with current word processing and other applicable software.

Ability to pursue offenders, restrain or apprehend aggressive individuals and make arrests when necessary.

Run moderate distances and/or go up and/or down flights of steps; read, interpret, and understand University policies and procedures.

Withstand exposure to inclement weather.

Must be able to qualify and maintain certification and proficiency with all defensive weapons and issued equipment.

Position is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or graduation equivalent.

Two (2) years’ work experience in security or related field.

Additional education may substitute for required experience, and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Preferred Qualifications

Five (5) years of related law enforcement or prior military experience.

Some college or associate degree.

Classified Title: Campus Police Officer

Role/Level/Range: ATO 37.5/02/OE

Starting Salary Range: $41,500 Annually (Commensurate with experience)

Employee Group: Full Time

Schedule: Rotating days off / 8 hours day

Exempt Status: Non‑Exempt

Location: Homewood Campus

Department Name: Campus and Community Patrol

Personnel Area: University Administration

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