| Position Summary/Purpose of Position: | Your incredible career starts here! Excellent benefits including tuition remission for employee and dependents. The University of Maryland Department of Public Safety (UMPD) is a full-service, legislated police agency that serves the myriad needs of the students, faculty, staff, and visitors within its jurisdiction. UMPD is currently recruiting candidates to be considered for the position of University Police Officer I. UMPD is seeking dynamic individuals that exhibit good character, sound judgment, honesty, reliability and integrity combined with excellent communication skills to serve the University of Maryland community. University of Maryland Police Officers patrol designated areas by vehicle and foot; respond to calls for assistance and emergencies; apprehend, detain, process, and arrest individuals who violate Maryland Vehicle and Criminal laws; interacts with and establishes rapport with the campus community; testifies in court cases as necessary, and work rotating shifts. Police officers may be called back to duty in emergency situations and are required to work weekends, nights, and holidays as needed by the department. |
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| Minimum Qualifications: | Education:
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| Additional Certifications: | In addition to the above, Police Officer applicants must:
Serious applicants must complete an extensive background check which takes approximately 5-6 months including the following:
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| Additional Information: | This is a regular non-exempt position with a full benefits package including:
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| Job Risks | Not Applicable to This Position |
| Physical Demands | The incumbent will be expected to maintain their physical condition in order to successfully accomplish all assignments without jeopardizing their personal well-being or that of the community which they are expected to serve. Assignments and tasks may include the ability to operate two-way radios and telephones in a variety of environments; to sit, drive, stand, walk, climb, and run for sustained periods of time; to lift, drag, and carry heavy objects; to detect situations imperiling public safety; to physically respond to emergency situations requiring physical stamina and force; to enter and exit vehicles frequently and quickly; to operate emergency vehicles under all conditions; to meet Maryland Police Training Commission and institutional proficiency requirements in the care and use of firearms; and to work in and wear personal protective equipment. Must be able to work rotating shifts, weekends, nights, and holidays as needed by UMDPS. Police officers are essential and may be called back to duty in emergency situations. |
| Posting Date: | 03/01/2023 |
| Closing Date: | 10/01/2023 |
| Open Until Filled | No |
| Diversity Statement: | The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions. |
