University Police Officer II
Coppin State University
Baltimore, MD
Full-time
Law Enforcement / Security
Posted on April 20, 2024
Under general supervision performs the duties of a Police Officer. Participates as instructed in specialized unit activities such as crime prevention, re-certification, instructing criminal investigations or special events.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Required Qualifications
EDUCATION:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Preferred Qualifications
Conditions of Employment
Candidates selected for employment may be subject to medical inquiries and/or medical examinations to determine ability to perform the job. Employees in this job class are required to maintain certification as specified by the Maryland Police Training Commission. Employees in this job class may be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing.
Position Detail Information
Position Detail Information
Posting Number
ST2023-0075
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
03/19/2024
Close Date
04/19/2024
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicant
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Patrols designated areas by vehicle and foot to identify and report safety hazards, detect violations of laws and ordinances, and identify wanted vehicles, persons, and unusual conditions. Maintains a visible presence to deter crime.
- Responds to calls for emergency service, evaluates the situation and determines appropriate course of action. Performs crowd control; responds to emergency situations; administers emergency medical aid.
- Conducts preliminary and follow-up investigations by interviewing and obtaining statements; collects, preserves, and processes evidence.
- Conducts surveillance and serves warrants and summonses. Performs searches and detains suspicious vehicles and persons. Arrests, searches, restrains, transports, guards, and processes violators.
- Interacts with campus community and establishes rapport with public.
- Mediates disputes and provides advice on legal rights and processes. Performs crisis mediation with persons involved in domestic and civil disputes, suicide, or hostage situations.
- Operates a variety of communication equipment to obtain, report, and verify information. Prepares and completes a variety of detailed reports and forms to support investigations.
- Prepares cases; appears and testifies in court.
- Enforces laws, ordinances, and institutional regulations.
- Directs traffic, investigates accidents, determines cause and takes appropriate action.
- Inspects and maintains assigned equipment including firearms and clothing. Operates and utilizes various types of law enforcement equipment such as firearms and other self-defense tools and criminal detection devices.
- Assists in the training and directs the activities of law enforcement and other support personnel.
- Participates as instructed in specialized unit activities such as: crime prevention, recertification instruction, criminal investigations, or special events.
Required Qualifications
EDUCATION:
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Satisfactory completion of a Maryland Police Training Commission recognized or approved Police Academy Training program and successful completion of a Police Field Training program.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- General knowledge of citizens' rights and responsibilities.
- General knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.
- Skill in detecting situations imperiling public safety.
- Skill in operating emergency vehicles under all conditions.
- Skill in the care and use of firearms, self-defense tools and criminal detection devices.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Ability to operate two-way radios and telephones in a variety of environments.
- Ability to apply knowledge, experience, and reason to arrive at prompt and effective decisions for both routine and critical situations.
- Ability to show sensitivity in interactions with a diverse population.
- Ability to maintain composure and demonstrate restraint in stressful and dangerous situations.
- Ability to perform extensive sitting, driving, standing, walking, climbing, and running.
- Ability to lift, drag, and carry heavy objects.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Skill in following oral and written directions.
- Ability to provide guidance and training to others.
- Ability to respond to emergency situations requiring physical stamina and force.
- Ability to enter and exit vehicles frequently and quickly.
- Ability to work in and wear personal protective equipment.
- Ability to conduct preliminary and follow-up investigations.
Preferred Qualifications
Conditions of Employment
Candidates selected for employment may be subject to medical inquiries and/or medical examinations to determine ability to perform the job. Employees in this job class are required to maintain certification as specified by the Maryland Police Training Commission. Employees in this job class may be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing.
Position Detail Information
Position Detail Information
Posting Number
ST2023-0075
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
03/19/2024
Close Date
04/19/2024
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicant