University Police Officer IV (Sergeant)

University of Maryland Eastern Shore•Saint Marys City, MD

1d•$64,907 - $73,064•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Public Safety at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore invites applications for a full-time, nonexempt position with benefits. Under general supervision, the University Police Officer IV (Sergeant) supervises a shift and/or complex specialized unit, including police personnel, communications personnel, and security officers. The sergeant may assume command of the police department during an incident or emergency until command personnel arrive and performs the duties of a University Police Officer II and III. The salary range is $64,907–$73,064. Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three current professional references, including current or past supervisors. The successful candidate must provide acceptable documentation of eligibility to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least two years as a sworn police officer.
Certification as a sworn police officer recognized by the Maryland Police Training Commission.
Valid Maryland Non-commercial Class C driver's license or equivalent.
Ability to provide acceptable documentation establishing the right to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Experience supervising police personnel in any department; this experience may have been temporary or gained while administering a special police unit.
Ability to successfully complete the Maryland Police and Corrections Training Commission first-line supervisor training.
At least five years of experience as a police officer.
Ability to supervise and maintain Patrol Group 1.
Ability to maintain safe operations and order for the police department on the University of Maryland Eastern Shore campus.

Responsibilities

Supervise police personnel within the immediate span of control, including communications personnel and security officers.
Supervise police officers in the absence of their immediate supervisor.
Assume command of the police department during an incident or emergency and maintain command until command personnel arrive.
Deploy personnel, maintain morale, monitor working caseloads of reports and investigations, and answer questions regarding the UMES campus.
Supervise the communications center and security officers working during the supervisor's shift.
Ensure minimum staffing and lead during campus incidents until command staff respond, if needed.
Perform all duties of a University Police Officer II and III at UMES.

Benefits

Health insurance with multiple medical plan options for employees and dependents.
Prescription drug coverage.
Dental insurance.
Flexible spending accounts.
Vision coverage.
State pension system or Optional Retirement Plan through Fidelity or TIAA.
Supplemental Retirement Accounts with a $600 annual state match.
Life insurance.
Long-term disability insurance.
Tuition remission for eligible employees and, subject to USM policies, spouses and dependents at University System of Maryland institutions.
Annual leave starting at 11 days per year, sick leave of 15 days per year, and personal leave of 3 days per year for non-exempt positions.
Overtime, shift-differential, and on-call pay.
Paid holidays.
Employee wellness and support resources and access to State of Maryland wellness programs.