Campus Police Investigator (Johns Hopkins Public Safety)

About the role

Campus Police Investigators work in a team environment and collaborate with surrounding law enforcement agencies and various university departments.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and conduct joint investigations and/or events with city, state, federal and other law enforcement agencies as deemed necessary.
• Assist in the prosecution of all cases assigned; and testify in subsequent court proceedings.
• Assist crime victims, especially students, in dealing with the Criminal Justice System.
• Plan, organize, coordinate, schedule, and supervise security personnel for university events/functions.
• Conduct security surveys for properties owned by the university or for students residing in off-campus housing.
• Aid in the administration of the Document Management System (PowerDMS).
• Compile, analyze, and distribute statistical data as needed for operational purposes and use PC for word processing, database entry, and spreadsheets.
• Assist with special operations, i.e., dignitary protection.
• Maintain, install, and implement all covert electronic equipment and evidentiary material (including videotapes, photographs, etc.).
• Periodic evening and weekend assignments, primarily for handling dignitary assignments, special events, and the Neighborhood Walkers on Patrol program.

Requirements

• Valid state driver’s license required.
• Must pass pre-employment background check and successfully complete a physical/health screening examination by the Office of Occupational Health and Safety, which includes a drug screening.
• Successfully meet and maintain Public Safety physical requirements.
• Position is a plain-clothes assignment, however, at times may be required to wear a uniform and may involve shift work.
• Must be physically able to operate a variety of machines and equipment including automobiles, vans, office equipment, radio, telephone, etc.
• Ability to make arrests when necessary; run moderate distances and go up and/or down flights of steps.
• Ability to read, interpret, and understand University policies and procedures.
• Ability to withstand exposure to inclement weather.
• Must be able to become certified as a Special Police Officer by the State of Maryland and must comply with the Scope of Commission per MD Public Safety Article Section 3-307.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED required.
• Three (3) years’ experience in a law enforcement related field (city, county, state, university, federal agency).
• One (1) year of law enforcement experience investigating complex assignments to include experience with case preparation, crime scene preservation, and evidence.

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal and public relations skills.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
• Excellent written communication skills with ability to write accurate factual and grammatically correct reports.
• Leadership skills with experience working in a team-oriented environment.
• Knowledge of procedures related to the maintenance of records.
• Knowledge of investigation techniques.
• Ability to assess, prioritize, and successfully resolve issues.
• Proficiency with personal computers, word processing, database management, Microsoft Office, Excel spreadsheets, email, and familiarity with various security systems.

Benefits

N/A

Pay

$21.80 - $37.80 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.)

Schedule

11:30 am - 8:00 pm