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University Special Police Officer-Day Shift (Hopkins Bloomberg Center)

The Johns Hopkins University, Washington, District of Columbia, United States


We are seeking a motivated, enthusiastic and customer service-oriented individual for the position of

University Special Police Officer - Day Shift

at the Hopkins Bloomberg Center in Washington, DC. This position is for the day shift, Monday – Friday, 6:30AM – 3:00PM.

Specific Duties And Responsibilities

This is an unarmed University Special Police Officer position.

Take preventative measures against accidents, thefts, and other risks.

Be a trouble shooter for any public safety issues that arise during the shift.

Provide crime prevention training and education to the JHU community.

Resolve minor complaints or conflicts involving members of the campus community.

Conduct foot patrols of university property and seek aim points in perimeter access.

Conduct security walkthroughs with VIP protective security teams.

Monitors CCTV and alarm systems, and respond to system alerts.

Investigate university security incidents appropriately and prepare written reports.

Ensure that appropriate university personnel and/or external groups are notified when necessary (i.e., human resources incident, MPD Responds medical emergencies, fire alarms).

Investigate reports of criminal offenses and effect arrests based on probable cause.

Ensure all public safety incidents are appropriately and timely documented in the report management system.

Present cases to prosecutorial bodies and testify in court or administrative hearings concerning criminal offenses or administrative violations.

Liaise with law enforcement members regarding crime prevention.

Perform the requisite duties of University Special Police Officer as needed.

Work flexible shifts and unscheduled overtime on any day of the week, including holidays or weekends to assist with operational and special event assignments.

Requirements

Must possess a valid U.S. motor vehicle driver's license and have/maintain a clean motor vehicle driving record as determined by JHU Public Safety.

Must pass a university criminal background investigation.

Successfully complete a physical/health screening examination by the Office of Occupational Health and Safety, which includes a drug screening.

Ability to pass a police psychological suitability examination.

Ability to successfully complete a law enforcement handgun qualification course.

Proof of U.S. citizenship and at least 21 years of age as required by the MPD, Security Officers Management Branch.

Must possess Campus Public Safety Institute (CPSI) Campus and University Special Police certification or be willing to attend and able to successfully complete the CPSI academy.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required.

Two years of progressively responsible experience in security/public safety military/law enforcement.

Must be a licensed District of Columbia Campus or University Special Police Officer or meet the minimum requirements to obtain said license.

Ability to obtain a license to carry a handgun as a University Special Police Officer in the District of Columbia.

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

Currently serve as a Special Police Officer on a college campus/university.

Associate of Arts (AA) degree in Criminal Justice, Business, Liberal Arts, Cyber Security or Social Sciences.

Currently certified in CPR and First Aid, OC Spray, Handcuff, ASP Expandable Baton.

Position Details

Classified Title: Campus Police Officer

Job Posting Title: University Special Police Officer-Day Shift (Hopkins Bloomberg Center)

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

Starting Salary Range: $18.20 - $33.90 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.)

Employee group: Full Time

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 6:30am – 3:00pm

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Location: District of Columbia

Department name: 555 Penn

Personnel area: University Administration

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