The UMBC Police Department is comprised of experienced, diverse police professionals who provide full-service law enforcement responsibilities, police communication professionals who provide a first point of contact for police services and a highly-trained civilian staff who provide support for the Police Department mission. The Police Department is the cornerstone of a comprehensive institutional strategy to maintain a safe environment for our campus population of over 14,000 students, 3,000 faculty and staff, plus visitors.
Position Overview:
The University of Maryland Baltimore County is recruiting for an entry level Police Officer I position. This is an excellent opportunity to start your law enforcement career.
Why Work at UMBC?
Police officers are provided uniforms in addition to a clothing and equipment allowance. Shift differential is available for evening and midnight shifts. You also have the potential to earn a stipend (on top of your base salary) for being radar or patrol rifle certified.
Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment
Additional Benefits:
Life and disability insurance
Retirement/Pension plan
Professional development opportunities
Wellness opportunities
& Much more
Salary:
Pay Range 10 based on the University System of Maryland Pay Program
Hours:
Full-time The ability to work overtime and shift work is required.
Type:
Regular
Additional Information:
Candidates that meet the minimum qualifications for the position (High School Diploma/GED, U.S. Citizen at least 21 years of age, and valid driver's license) may be invited to complete the Functional Fitness Assessment.
Selected candidates will be notified by email of the Functional Fitness Assessment date and further instructions will be provided.
FLSA Status:
Nonexempt
Equal Opportunity Statement:
UMBC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Work Authorization
As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.
UMBC is a dynamic public research university integrating teaching, research and service to benefit the citizens of Maryland. As an Honors University, the campus offers academically talented students a strong undergraduate liberal arts foundation that prepares them for graduate and professional study, entry into the workforce, and community service and leadership. UMBC emphasizes science, engineering, information technology, human services and public policy at the graduate level. UMBC contributes to the economic development of the State and the region through entrepreneurial initiatives, workforce training, K-16 partnerships, and technology commercialization in collaboration with public agencies and the corporate community. UMBC is dedicated to cultural and ethnic diversity, social responsibility and lifelong learning.