Campus Police Sergeant (Peabody Campus Safety)

We are seeking a Campus Police Sergeant who functions in concert with the University's various other service-oriented personnel in providing for a safe and secure environment and orchestrates and oversees police functions during shift. This position is evening shift: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Supervise a squad of campus security officers during the course of their shift.
• Respond to emergency situations, crime events, or to any other circumstance where the presence of a supervisor is required by the Campus Security Department’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) or where the presence of a supervisor would be in the best interest of the operation of the Campus Security Department.
• Account for attendance of personnel assigned to the Sergeant’s squad, including maintaining payroll and scheduling leave.
• Schedule personnel for training and ensure that all personnel under said sergeant’s supervision are apprised of the most up-to-date training and information necessary for the performance of their duties.
• Ensure that all personnel assigned to the Campus Security Department are properly performing their duties.
• Supervise any Baltimore Police Department officers working during the Sergeant’s shift.
• Notify the Director of Campus Security of any incidents which require notification according to the SOP.
• Notify other Peabody Institute departments as required by the SOP.
• Investigate any complaints against Campus Security officers under the Sergeant’s supervision.
• Perform any other functions consistent with the Sergeant’s position, as directed by the Director of Campus Security.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of basic first aid and CPR.
• Must be able to professionally react to situations, make accurate observations and to write clear and accurate reports about these observations.
• Must possess sound verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively and professionally.
• Physical demands are in excess of those for sedentary work.
• Sergeants must be able to remain on feet for extended periods of time, as well as stoop, kneel, crouch, lift, carry, push, pull, climb, balance, walk, and run moderate distances. Must be able to go up/down flights of steps
• Must be physically able to operate a variety of machines and equipment include automobiles, vans, office equipment, radio, telephone, etc.
• Must be able to read, interpret, and understand University policies and procedures
• Must be able to withstand exposure to inclement weather
• Must meet Maryland State Police requirements and investigation for a Special Police Commission and have exemplary background and integrity; denial of special commission may be grounds for dismissal.

Additional information

• Must be able to successfully complete a health screening from the Office of Health, Safety and Environment.

• High School Diploma or graduation equivalent.
• Minimum of three years of law enforcement or related experience,
• Must be in possession of a valid U.S. motor vehicle driver's license, have and maintain a clean motor vehicle driving record (no more than two current points).
• Additional education may substitute for required experience to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Classified Title: Campus Police Sergeant   
Role/Level/Range: ATO 40/E/03/OF  
Starting Salary Range: $21.80 - $37.80 HRLY ($62,000 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.) 
Employee group: Full Time 
Schedule: 40 hours per week, 3pm - 11pm shift 
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt 
Location: Peabody Institute  
Department name: Security   
Personnel area: Peabody