Job Description

JOHN HOPKINS POLICE DEPARTMENT

POLICE LIEUTENANT - LATERAL (Maryland and Non-Maryland Law Enforcement Officers) THIS JOB POSTING IS FOR CURRENT, RETIRED, OR PREVIOUSLY CERTIFIED POLICE OFFICERS ONLY. Mission : 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. We employ knowledgeable, service-focused professionals who embrace diversity and recognize that safety is a community effort. Johns Hopkins University Police Department is seeking highly motivated individuals to serve as Police Lieutenants. We are accepting applications for lateral police candidates who meet the experience qualifications as a certified law enforcement officer in a full-service law enforcement agency (Maryland or Out-of-State). Applicants must be Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission (MPCTC) Certified OR meet Comparative Compliance Standards. Police Lieutenants work in a team environment with integrity, professionalism, humanity and courage to protect the lives and property of the Johns Hopkins community. They will ensure JHPD is a leader in the provision of responsive, quality and customer service-oriented policing. The Johns Hopkins Police Lieutenant will lead through the lens of 21st century policing and ensures officers and supervisors perform their duties in a manner that furthers public trust. Work will be supervised on a daily basis by a Captain. Specific Duties and Responsibilities Represents the JHPD’s mission, vision 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. Perform simple and complex problem-solving projects designed to enhance safety and prevent or reduce harm. Provides direct support for the allocation and direction of resources (manpower, vehicles, equipment and supplies) to meet the needs of the JHPD and is responsible for management of operational and overtime expenditures to ensure that funds utilized are used appropriately and within the mission of the JHPD. Provides management of day-to-day operations of a patrol area, which includes direct supervision and performance management of Sergeants who oversee police officers assigned to the patrol area. Holds supervisors accountable for executing proactive and community policing initiatives, as well as crime initiatives strategies. Ensures priorities and community policing strategies for the patrol area are properly managed, holds supervisory personnel responsible for completing initiatives, and manages performance of all sergeants and officers in the assigned patrol area. Ensures subordinates regularly use and promote procedural justice principles, de-escalate situations as necessary, and are engaged in community policing and problem-solving activities. Coaches subordinates about performance issues, and trains subordinates in the handling of general management problems, monitors subordinates' professional behavior to proactively address potential issues, and recommends corrective action to address performance problems. Supervises special assignments and details as required. Coordinates and cooperates with Campus Safety and Security Command Staff in the preliminary and follow-up investigations of complaints, reported criminal offenses, and disruptions. Communicates and maintains good relations with the faculty, staff, students, public, other law enforcement agencies, and public officials. Minimum Qualifications: A minimum of seven (7) years of total service as a commissioned law enforcement officer. A minimum of two (2) years of service in the rank of Lieutenant or a minimum of three (3) years of service in the rank of Sergeant. Distinguished service record, including excellent performance rating and has no record of serious or repeated disciplinary actions or citizen complaints. Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice or related field. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice or related field. Conditions of Employment: Satisfactory completion of a Maryland Police Training Commission recognized or approved Police Academy Training program and successful completion of a Police Field Training program. 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. OTHER: Certification as a sworn Police Officer recognized by the Maryland Police Training Commission or other state through the Comparative Compliance Training for lateral candidates. 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. Must not have been convicted of a felony. Must demonstrate physical ability to perform job. Must possess and maintain a Valid Driver's License. Must have current MPTC certification or other non-Maryland state certification. * Finalists will be required to complete a comprehensive background check, including medical exam, drug test, polygraph, and psychological evaluation. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to effectively direct, manage and build teams. Knowledge of modern law enforcement practices and methods. Knowledge of related federal, state and municipal criminal laws. Ability 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. 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 philosophy. Knowledge of procedural justice principles, de-escalation techniques, and community policing and problem-solving practices. Knowledge of the principles and methods of crime investigation, techniques of interrogation, and identification and preservation of physical evidence. Knowledge of the laws and protocols of arrest and evidence. Knowledge of the principles and methods of crime prevention. Knowledge of the principles and practices of crowd control and group behavior. Knowledge of police communications equipment. Skill 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. Physical Demands: Duties require physical health, strength, agility and stamina. The work may entail 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 PAID UPON HIRE WITH CURRENT MARYLAND LAW ENFORCEMENT CERTIFICATION. CITY RESIDENCY: 20% INCREASE OVER BASE SALARY FOR BALTIMORE CITY RESIDENTS.

ANNUAL STEP INCREASES.

Classified Title: JHPD Lateral Police Lieutenant Working Title: JHPD Lateral Police Lieutenant Starting Salary: $127,624 Employee group: Full Time Schedule: Shift -Work – 12-hour shifts Exempt Status: Non-Exempt Location: JHU Homewood, Peabody and East Baltimore Department name: 10001513-VP for Public Safety Office of Personnel area: University Administration Please be aware that our employment offer is contingent upon the successful completion of our pre-employment process, including criminal background, education, employment, and reference checks. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. Johns Hopkins mandates COVID-19 vaccination and booster and influenza vaccine as applicable. Exceptions to both the COVID-19 vaccine and booster requirement and the flu vaccine requirement may be provided under certain circumstances. Johns Hopkins University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, marital status, pregnancy, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, other legally protected characteristics or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. #J-18808-Ljbffr Johns Hopkins University

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Permanent employment, Full time, Outdoor, Shift work,

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