JHPD Police Officer, Baltimore

Police Officer - Johns Hopkins Police Department

This job posting is for entry-level applicants with no previous law enforcement experience. The Johns Hopkins Police Department is committed to the equitable delivery of police services that prioritizes the well-being of our students, staff, faculty and guests. We build trust by engaging our community and partners as co-creators of the campus safety environment.Johns Hopkins University Police Department is seeking highly motivated individuals to serve as Police Officers. Police Officers work in a team environment with integrity, professionalism, humanity and courage to protect the lives and property of the Johns Hopkins community. Johns Hopkins Police Officers regularly engage with students, faculty, staff and visitors in a variety of ways in order to provide services and information needed. Johns Hopkins Police Officers provide campus police services to the Homewood Campus, East Baltimore Campus and Peabody Campus where officers will be assigned to work. They will ensure JHPD is a leader in the provision of responsive, quality and customer service-oriented policing.Responsibilities include ensuring community-oriented law enforcement services, patrols and crime prevention services to protect life and property, offering proactive support of student and staff initiatives, developing and maintaining a positive rapport with students, faculty, staff and members of the surrounding neighborhoods. Enforcing University policies and regulations, State laws and regulations. Works in partnership with other university staff.The Johns Hopkins Police Officer will lead through the lens of 21st century policing and ensure that they perform their duties in a manner that furthers public trust. Work will be supervised on a daily basis by a Sergeant. This position involves shift work and rotating days off. Specific duties and responsibilities include:Represents the JHPD's vision, mission and values when interacting with university, community, advocacy groups, and coordinates JHPD resources and activities via direction from their supervision to address concerns about university and community issues. Provides the full level of law enforcement work, enforcing laws, rules and regulations governing the safety and protection of individuals, building and property. Performs simple and complex problem-solving projects designed to enhance safety and prevent or reduce harm.Ensure priorities and community policing strategies for the patrol area are properly implemented. Patrols designated areas by vehicle, bicycle and foot to identify and report safety hazards, detect prioritized violations of laws and ordinances, and identify wanted vehicles, persons, and unusual conditions.Maintains a visible presence to serve as a positive resource and actively develop relationships with community stakeholders to successfully implement initiatives to deter crime. Responds to calls for assistance and emergency service and takes appropriate action; de-escalates situations as reasonable and appropriate; engages other necessary levels of response to ensure safety of community.Coordinates and cooperates with Campus Safety and Security Command Staff in the preliminary and follow-up investigations of complaints, reported criminal offenses, and disruptions. Conducts the investigation of incidents reported on the shift. Conducts or assists with serving warrants and summonses.Prepares or assists with cases for court, including testifying in court when necessary. Collaborate with local and state law enforcement agencies when needed. Performs office duties such as answering telephones, dispatching, issuance of parking permits and providing general information. Maintains visitor logs.Performs related duties as assigned. Minimum qualifications: High School Diploma or GED. Must be at least 20½ years of age. Conditions of employment: Employees in this job class are required to successfully complete a training academy and obtain and maintain certification as specified by the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commissions (MPCTC). Employees in this job class may be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing. Employees in this job classification will serve a one-year probationary period after successful completion of the MPCTC training academy.Other: Certification as a sworn Police Officer recognized by the MPCTC and valid Maryland Non-commercial Class C or equivalent driver's license. Other: Clery act designated job as campus security authorities (CSA) member and will comply with Clery Act requirements. Requirements: Must be a citizen of the United States or a permanent legal resident of the United States who: (i) Is an honorably discharged veteran of the United States Armed Forces; and (ii) Has submitted an application for United States citizenship that is pending approval; and (2) Submit documents to the hiring law enforcement agency that support a claim of: (a) Citizenship; or (b) Permanent legal residency and proof of a pending application for United States citizenship.Must not have been convicted of a felony. Must demonstrate physical ability to perform job. Must work weekends, holidays, rotating shifts, on-call, and as needed. Must possess and maintain a Valid Driver's License. Successfully pass written exam and oral interview*. If applicant has previous law enforcement experience, has no record of serious or repeated disciplinary actions or citizen complaints.* Finalists will be required to complete a comprehensive background check, including medical exam, drug test, polygraph, and psychological evaluation. General hiring steps (not all inclusive): Written Exam* Physical Ability Test Polygraph Background Investigation Conditional Offer Medical and Psychological EvaluationsFinal Offer of Employment *The written exam process requires the candidate to complete an on-line exam within a three (3) day testing window. Fire and Police Services, Incorporated, the test vendor, will email an exam link to each applicant who qualifies for the position with instructions prior to the first day of the testing window. The testing window for completing the exam will be June 12 - 14, 2026.Please note that the hiring process may take approximately 16 to 24 weeks to complete. Required knowledge, skills and abilities: Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing Knowledge of modern law enforcement practices and methods Knowledge of related federal, state and municipal criminal lawsAbility to interpret and apply laws, policies and procedures Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all members of the college community including students, faculty, staff, and administrators in a multicultural environment and the surrounding communities Ability to operate a police car, police radio and other equipment or weapons as required (i.e. side handle baton, handcuffs, first aid equipment, etc.)Ability to work effectively under pressure Ability to quickly analyze complex, sensitive and/or hazardous situations and issues and quickly devise solutions and action plans Ability to exercise sound judgment in evaluating situations and in making decisions Ability to function with a community-oriented value-based philosophySkill in working in a multi-cultural environment Work environment: This position regularly works both indoors and outdoors. The position may also work under exposure to hazardous physical activities; works in all types of weather conditions and at all times of day; and interacts with individuals under physical and/or emotional stress. Duties may require the operation of a motor vehicle. The position may be subject to call-in during emergencies and staffing shortages and may work a rotating shift, holidays and weekends. The work environment is highly diverse and demands a high level of cultural competence in interpersonal communications and interactions.Physical demands: Duties require physical health, strength, agility and stamina. The work may involve sitting, standing, walking, running, bending, stooping, reaching, lifting, crawling, kneeling, climbing and lifting and transporting both objects and persons. Work requires eye-hand coordination, manual dexterity, near vision acuity, and the ability to see and read printed material and computer screens. Duties involve oral, written, electronic and telephonic communication.Additional compensation incentives: Certification Incentive: $15,000 one-time increase to base salary after successful completion of Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commissions (MPCTC) training academy, field training and all other requirements as defined by MPCTC for obtainment of Maryland Law Enforcement Certification.City Residency: 20% increase over base salary for Baltimore City Residents with proof of residency. Working title: JHPD Police Officer Starting Salary: $70