University Special Police Sergeant

University Special Police Sergeant

We are seeking a motivated, enthusiastic and customer service-oriented individual for the position of University Special Police Sergeant at the Hopkins Bloomberg Center in Washington, DC. This position is for the daytime shift 6:30 AM-3:00 PM.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• This is an unarmed University Special Police Sergeant position.
• Supervise public safety staff and contract security, enforce departmental rules and regulations governing officers' performance, initiate corrective and disciplinary action as necessary.
• Ensure compliance of policies and procedures regulations.
• Evaluate, assess, and prepare performance evaluations of subordinates.
• Monitors and ensures staff compliance with departmental policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Coach, mentor, develop subordinates.
• Coordinate with the Lieutenant for appropriate scheduling of officers to ensure adequate shift coverage for regular shifts and special events and future staffing needs.
• Partner with the Shift Lieutenant to plan and execute shift meetings, roll call, to ensure overall information is shared with assigned shifts.
• Assist in the evaluation and recommendation of new equipment and to improve security enforcement.
• Maintain all security devices and products in good working condition.
• Conducts daily briefings to the University Special Police Lieutenant.
• Develop and implement preventative measures against accidents, thefts, and other risks.
• Acts as trouble shooter for any problems that might arise during the shift.
• Provide crime prevention training and education to the community we protect.
• Conduct shift-based drills to ensure security personnel readiness.
• Maintains training and development records.
• Monitors and tracks the adherence to time and attendance standards.
• Resolve minor complaints or conflicts involving members of the campus community.
• Conduct periodic walkthrough; ensure security officers conduct thorough patrols of campus building and grounds.
• Conduct security walkthroughs with VIP protective security teams.
• Monitors CCTV and alarm systems, and respond to alerts.
• Supervise special events and assigned security personnel.
• Ensure campus security incidents are investigated and appropriate reports are prepared.
• Ensure that proper campus personnel and/or external groups are notified when necessary (i.e., human resources, student affairs, MPD Responds medical emergencies, fire alarms, and directs security personnel as needed.
• Maintain security controls for issued HBC keys and badges.
• Ensure all public safety incidents are appropriately and timely documented in ARMS for tracking and review.
• Review all necessary administrative forms/reports related to public safety incidents and operations; approve reports written and submitted by officers.
• Investigate reports of criminal offenses and effect arrests based on probable cause.
• Present cases to prosecutorial bodies and testify in court or administrative hearings concerning criminal offenses.
• 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.
• The omission of specific duties does not preclude the manager from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

Requirements

• Must possess a valid U.S. motor vehicle driver's license; have and maintain a clean motor vehicle driving record (no more than two current points).
• 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.
• 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.
• Must be a licensed District of Columbia Campus or University Special Police Sergeant 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.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must have ability to handle both common and crisis situations calmly and efficiently.
• Must possess exceptional written and verbal communication skills and be able to prepare comprehensive reports and logs in neat, legible handwriting.
• Must be able to read and understand all operating procedures and instructions.
• Must display exceptional customer service and communication skills and the ability to interact with others in a professional and effective manner.
• Must have demonstrated ability to handle complex assignments.
• Must be able to use initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines.
• Must be able to frequently prepare written reports and logs in neat, legible handwriting.
• Must be able to read and understand all operating procedures and instructions.
• Must be available to work weekends, holidays and other than regularly scheduled shifts.
• Must have intermediate computer skills to utilize innovative, wireless technology.
• Ability to successfully complete a law enforcement handgun qualification course.
• Ability to maintain proficiency with special police equipment throughout the duration of employment to include firearms and other weapons systems.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Three years law enforcement experience.
• Prior experience in corporate/public safety/military/ law enforcement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Currently serve as an SPO supervisor or manager on a college campus.
• Two (2) years of progressively responsible supervisory experience in corporate/public safety/military/ law enforcement.
• 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.