Public Safety Officer

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Posted:
Nov 21, 2025

• Patrol buildings and grounds, both on foot and in vehicles; alert police personnel in the event of fire, suspicious condition, destruction of property or other observed criminal activity.
• Conduct detailed, thorough physical security checks of campus buildings, including all exterior entrances and internal areas of special concern; report unusual conditions and take corrective action, including notifying maintenance personnel for repairs; open and secure buildings at scheduled times; admit service contractors, faculty, staff, and authorized students to buildings at scheduled times.
• Maintain all assigned equipment, including vehicles and uniforms, in the manner prescribed by the department.
• Enforce university parking regulations and issue related citations; testify in the District Court of Maryland regarding the appeal of citations issued.
• Direct routine traffic and assist in directing traffic at major special events.
• Maintain pertinent records and statistics in established systems.
• Aid motorists on the university property, including vehicle lockout service and administering "hot shots"; respond to routine inquiries from staff, students, and visitors regarding directions, university regulations, and other public relations matters.
• Assist in crowd control and, when certified as a "First Responder," administer emergency medical aid; perform routine security activities during special events, including patrolling assigned areas, securing entrances/exits, and reporting potential hazards.
• Communicate over law enforcement radio channels and through computer networks; operate standard security and office equipment, including police communications equipment, alarm systems, and computer systems.
• In the absence of the Police Communications Operator, staff the Police Communication Center and perform basic duties and responsibilities of the Police Communications Operator.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds.
• Possess a valid Maryland driver's license, or equivalent, with fewer than 5 points.

Applicants must submit to and successfully pass a thorough background investigation. Candidates selected for employment may be subject to medical inquiries and/or medical examinations to determine ability to perform the job. Employees in this job class may be subject to pre‑employment and random drug testing.