Campus Police Officer (Peabody Campus Safety)

Johns Hopkins University•Baltimore, MD
•$19 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

Johns Hopkins Public Safety is seeking a Campus Police Officer to provide security services to the Peabody campus and off-campus facilities and activities. The Peabody campus consists of 12 buildings in mid-town Baltimore. This non-sworn, unarmed position supports a safe environment for students, staff, neighbors, and visitors through community- and customer-service-oriented security services. The officer conducts patrols and crime-prevention activities, responds to calls for service, investigates complaints, reports criminal offenses and disruptions, enforces University policies and applicable laws, and provides escorts and other general services. The position also supports Peabody campus activities, including special events at the George Peabody Library and evening and weekend concerts and performances. Officers use computers and other equipment as routine parts of the job and may oversee student monitors. The schedule is 40 hours per week, with a primary shift of 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM. Shift assignments are determined by departmental needs and assigned after training. The role involves shift work, work on any day of the week including weekends and holidays, some overtime, and schedule changes as needed to meet security requirements. Work is supervised daily by the on-duty Campus Safety and Security Shift Supervisor or designee. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or graduation equivalent.
  • Two years of work experience; additional education may substitute for required experience to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
  • Must meet Maryland State Police requirements and investigation for a Special Police Commission.
  • Exemplary background and integrity.
  • Valid U.S. motor vehicle driver's license.
  • Must pass a University criminal background investigation.
  • Must have and maintain a clean motor vehicle driving record, with no more than two current points.
  • Able to work flexible shifts on any day of the week, including holidays and weekends.
  • Must qualify with a baton and OC pepper spray.
  • Able to use computers and office equipment, including basic Microsoft Word.

Nice To Haves

  • Professional customer service skills.
  • Ability to walk, stand, and climb stairs for extended periods to conduct routine rounds and patrol buildings and campus.
  • Ability to work outside in all types of weather for periods of time.

Responsibilities

  • Patrol assigned areas on foot and provide uniformed security services to protect life and property.
  • Actively participate in crime-prevention and community-policing activities and proactively support student and staff initiatives.
  • Respond to routine and emergency calls for service and take appropriate action.
  • Conduct investigations, coordinate and cooperate with University administrators during preliminary and follow-up investigations, and maintain confidentiality.
  • Write clear, concise, and accurate reports; report criminal offenses and disruptions; and keep records.
  • Conduct security inspections of Peabody facilities and areas and report conditions as necessary.
  • Provide escorts and other general services, including locking and unlocking buildings and rooms.
  • Enforce University policies and regulations, state laws, and Baltimore City ordinances.
  • Develop and maintain positive rapport with students, faculty, staff, visitors, and members of surrounding neighborhoods.
  • Oversee student monitors.
  • Monitor electronic surveillance equipment and key-access control.
  • Provide general security, customer-service, and informational services for Peabody campus activities and special events.
  • Use computers and other equipment as a routine function of the position.
  • Perform other security-related services for University faculty, staff, students, and visitors as necessary.
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