University Police Officer II (Certified)

UMBC; Baltimore, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

14 days annual leave

Tuition remission

Uniforms and clothing allowance

Shift differential

Radar/patrol rifle stipend

Life and disability insurance

Retirement/Pension plan

Wellness programs

Job summary

UMBC is seeking a University Police Officer II (Certified) to enforce laws on campus and provide security across academic and residential areas. The role covers patrol duties on foot, bicycle, and Segway, plus safety escorts and investigations.

The position emphasizes regular full-time hours with a starting salary shown in the posted range. UMBC offers a robust benefits package, including 14 days of annual leave, tuition remission for eligible dependents after two years of employment, uniforms

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of MPCTC Minimum Standard Entrance Level Police Course (includes firearms).
• Current Maryland police officer certification required (if certified in another state, must take compliance course).
• Valid Maryland Class C driver’s license.
• Ability to work overtime and shift work.

Responsibilities

• Enforcement of local, state and federal laws.
• Patrol campus areas on foot, bicycle and Segway.
• Provide safety escorts.
• Prepare reports and conduct investigations.
• Traffic enforcement.
• Testify in court.

Skills

Police certification

Shift work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

MPCTC Police Course

Some college preferred

Job description

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University Police Officer II (Certified)

Job no: 495085
Work type: Staff Full-time
Location: UMBC Campus
Categories: Police/Public Safety/Parking Control

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 support our mission.

Position Overview

The University of Maryland, Baltimore County is recruiting for an open University Police Officer II position. Duties include enforcement of local, state and federal laws.

Why Work at UMBC?

UMBC offers competitive compensation. This role starts at $74,160.42 and has 14 days of vacation as well as winter break, spring break, and personal days for regular full time roles. Tuition remission is also available.

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.

The University of Maryland, Baltimore County is recruiting for an open Police Officer II (Certified) position. Specific duties and responsibilities include:

• Enforcement of local, state and federal laws
• Patrol academic and residential areas on foot, bicycle and Segway
• Provide safety escorts
• Prepare reports and conduct investigations
• Traffic enforcement
• Testify in court
• Other duties as assigned

Required Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Successful completion of a MPCTC Minimum Standard Entrance Level Police Course (that includes firearms certification).
• Current police certification as a Maryland police officer (if certified in another state and selected, must take compliance course)
• Valid Class C driver's license valid in the State of Maryland
• Ability to work overtime and shift work is required

Preferred Qualifications

• Some college preferred

A background check will be required.

UMBC offers a rich benefits package including the following for nonexempt regular employees.

Generous Leave which includes accruing the following for full time positions:

• 14 Days of Annual Leave (increases with years of service)
• Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment

Additional Benefits

• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement/Pension plan
• Wellness opportunities
• & Much more

Pay Range 12 (minimum: $51,069 maximum: $84,257) based on the University System of Maryland (USM) Pay Program. The salary of the finalist(s) will be based on the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) - Sworn Police Officers Bargaining Unit FOP Lodge #129. Minimum FOP MOU Starting Salary: $74,160.42.

Salary increases upon completion of probation and UPO III eligibility.

The above salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Hours

Full-time. The ability to work overtime and shift work is required.

Type

Regular

FLSA Status

Nonexempt

Equal Opportunity Statement

UMBC is an Aff... 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.

Advertised: Apr 20 2026 09:00 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Open Until Filled