Sergeant

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Position summary: Provides law enforcement and security services that promote a safe and secure campus environment for students, faculty, staff, visitors, facilities, and for the protection of College property.

General purpose: Patrols campus buildings, grounds and neighboring communities on foot or other forms of transportation, act as shift supervisor, provide on the job training to assist subordinates in development of administrative and technical skills and performs related administrative duties as required.

Position responsibilities:

• Patrols buildings, grounds and adjacent areas on foot or in patrol car; guards against trespass, theft or damage to property; conducts surveillance of high crime areas
• Investigates all crimes and missing goods or persons, complaints, accidents and suspicious activities/persons/vehicles; and inspects buildings, grounds, fire lanes and emergency exits for health/safety compliance
• Supervise or gathers evidence in preparation for court use and may appear in court as witness
• Completes clear and concise reports, and assists, reviews and approves written reports submitted by Security Guard staff
• Operates motor vehicle for emergency response
• Read, interpret, and explain procedures, guidelines, policies, legal documents, maps, charts, building plans that govern assigned department activities
• Apply knowledge of crime prevention, patrol, crime suppression deployment, interviewing, gathering evidence and criminal investigations techniques
• Supervise specifically assigned shift
• Oversee subordinate work for proper performance in conformance with state and campus laws, rules, regulations, instructions, and procedures 
• Perform superior administrative skills in organizing, delegating and directing the work of others
• Author clear, concise and complete directives, reports, proposals and work plans
• Effectively evaluate subordinate performance, train personnel, discipline and provide guidance and counseling when needed
• Enhance moral and instill esprit de corps
• Takes command of Campus Safety in times of emergency until the arrival of a superior officer
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Minimum qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Demonstrated years of experience in law enforcement or campus security with a minimum of 1 year of supervisory experience
• Graduate of a 8 week or longer Police or Corrections training academy or similar program
• CPR Certification in CPR and First Aid, including Basic Life Support or the ability to obtain within 90 days of hire
• Must be proficient and technically skilled while performing all the duty requirements of each subordinate under their command
• Experience using equipment used in public safety work, including emergency medical certification, and uses of basic protective firefighting equipment
• Knowledge of the terminology, codes and standard abbreviations used in security/police work
• Knowledge of methods and operating procedures for foot/vehicle (bike, Segway, car) patrols
• General knowledge of criminal law and procedures

Preferred qualifications:

• Associates Degree in Criminal Justice or a related field
• Knowledge of campus security practices
• Possess or ability to obtain First Responder Certification

Reporting to this position: IPO, ISO, Security Guards

Conditions of Employment:

• Candidate must complete a satisfactory background check
• Must have the ability to be appointed as licensed Special Police Officer under Maryland Laws
• Successfully complete a medical and drug screening examination IAW HR/CJTC police standards
• Licensed and required to carry a personally owned and approved firearm while on duty at all time
• Ability to maintain an annual Firearms Qualification
• Candidate must maintain a current valid drivers' license with satisfactory driving record 
• Required to work shifts, weekends and holidays
• This position is an “essential personnel,” meaning the attendance for 24-hour emergency response availability, and presence for campus emergencies is mandatory

Physical demands and work environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical Demands: While performing the duties of job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift up to (50) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. (may be adjusted depending on position)
• Work environment: While performing the duties of the job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually (minimal, moderate, or high).
•  Required training: Handbook orientation, Anti-Harassment, Hazard Communication, Emergency Plans & Fire Prevention, Personal Protection Equipment. (additional training may be added, SEE: EHS Manager training schedule)

Maryland Institute College of Art is committed to its policy of providing equal opportunity regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or veteran status (disabled, Vietnam-era, or otherwise). Furthermore, the College does not tolerate any form of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment or sexual violence. This policy applies to all programs, facilities, and activities provided by Maryland Institute College of Art, including but not limited to admission, educational programs, and employment.

Applicants must apply online for each job in which they are interested. You will not be considered for any job for which you have not specifically applied. We do not accept applications via email, U.S. mail, or fax. Successful candidates for any staff or faculty positions will be subject to a pre-employment background check.

MICA provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact Human Resources at 410-225-2363.