Monitors operations and performance for adherence to
departmental standards and takes corrective action as
appropriate.
Prepares reports and makes recommendations to improve
operations.
Investigates citizen complaints regarding police
performance.
Assumes command at serious accidents or incidents.
Inspects law enforcement personnel under their
supervision.
Reviews and edits reports from assigned staff.
Performs all the duties of a University Police Officer II and
III.
Note: The intent of this list of primary duties is to provide a
representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities of
this job. Incumbents perform other related duties assigned.
Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon
departmental needs.
Minimum Qualifications:
EDUCATION:
- High School Diploma or GED.
EXPERIENCE:
- Two years as a sworn police officer.
OTHER: 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.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
- Thorough knowledge of citizens' rights and responsibilities; of
federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.
- Skill in detecting situations imperiling public safety.
- Skill in operating emergency vehicles under all
conditions.
- Skill in the care and use of firearms, self-defense tools and
criminal detection devices.
- Skill in communicating effectively both orally and in
writing.
- Skill in operating two-way radios and telephones in a variety
of environments; in conducting confidential investigations.
- Skill in applying knowledge, experience, and reason to arrive
at prompt and effective decisions for both routine and critical
situations.
- Ability to show sensitivity in interactions with a diverse
population.
- Ability to maintain composure and demonstrate professionalism
and restraint at all times.
- Ability to perform extensive sitting, driving, standing,
walking, climbing, and running; to lift, drag, and carry heavy
objects.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working
relationships,
- Ability to follow oral and written directions.
- Ability to provide guidance and training or supervision to
others.
- Ability to respond to situations requiring physical stamina and
force; to enter and exit vehicles frequently and quickly.
- Ability to work in and wear personal protective equipment.
OTHER:
Except for qualifications established by law, additional related
experience and formal education in which one has gained the
knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of
the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or
experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college
credits being equivalent to one year of experience.
Conditions of Employment:
Candidates selected for employment may be subject to medical
inquiries and/or medical examinations to determine ability to
perform the job. Employees in this job class are required to
maintain certification as specified by the Maryland Police Training
Commission. Employees in this job class may be subject to
pre-employment and random drug testing.
Additional Job Information:
Coppin State University offers a competitive benefits package to
include health insurance options (medical, dental, vision), life
and disability insurance, retirement plan contributions, as well as
paid leave and federal holidays for all regular employees. Please
see the link below to view the benefits that Coppin State
University has to offer.
https://www.coppin.edu/benefits
Coppin State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, creed, color, ethnicity,
national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation,
gender identity, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy,
age, disability status or veteran status. View the
EEOC Know Your Rights poster for more
information regarding your rights under the law.
If you experience difficulties utilizing the online application
system or you require reasonable accommodations during any part of
the pre-employment process, please contact Human Resources at
AskHR@coppin.edu. Please note that only inquiries regarding a
request for reasonable accommodation or system issues will be
responded to when contacting this e-mail account. Reasonable
accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
