Major, Protective Services Bureau

ABOUT US

The University of Maryland, Baltimore Department of Police and Public Safety's mission is to promote a safe and secure campus environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. We will provide professional public safety services ethically and fairly through education, engagement, and collaboration. We will adhere to the Core Values of the University of Maryland, Baltimore.

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Deputy Chief of Police, the Major of the Protective Services Bureau is a mission-critical leader responsible for a diverse portfolio that blends civilian security management, communications oversight, and executive protection.

PRIMARY DUTIES

• Responsible for public safety for the campus, including emergency response and management.
• Serves as a bureau commander and plans, organizes, coordinates, directs, and evaluates the activities of assigned components within the UMB Police Department and Public Safety.
• Provides schedule management of UMB officers who are assigned to provide executive level protection and security planning for executive leaders, high-profile visitors, campus events, and sensitive research facilities.
• Develops and interprets policies and procedures that align with best practices.
• Documents and provides regular updates to UMB Police and Public Safety executive-level leadership for any major incidents, investigations, and related matters of importance.
• Ensures appropriateness of disciplinary actions. Evaluates operational efficiency and makes recommendations for improvements.
• In the absence of the Deputy Chief of Police, serves as a representative before the public and other agencies and organizations.
• Ensures that equipment and materials are correctly used and maintained as ordered by the Deputy Chief of Police.
• Compiles standardized, benchmark, and other relevant data to develop and produce aggregate reports on a regular basis.
• Creates and fosters a cohesive work team that works collaboratively to achieve departmental goals.
• Participates in staff meetings and recommends the implementation and modification of agency directives.
• Consults with the Deputy Chief of Police, Chief of Police, and other upper-level University administrators in the formulation of goals, programs, policies and procedures.
• In the absence of Police and Public Safety executive leadership, maintains regular contact with and serves as a liaison between various senior administrators, department chairs, and other stakeholders in leadership positions within the University on diverse matters of sensitivity, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Police Administration or other related field. Master's degree and additional certification is preferred.

Experience: Satisfactory completion of a Maryland Police Training Commission recognized or approved Police Academy Training program and successful completion of a Police Field Training program and seven (7) years of experience as a certified University Police Officer. Three (3) years of police supervisory experience. Current or prior experience as a Lieutenant preferred. Experience with or in executive protection preferred.

Certification/Licensure: Certification as a sworn Police Officer recognized by the Maryland Police Training Commission and valid Maryland Non-commercial Class C or equivalent driver's license.