University Police Officer II; Certified

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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.

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.

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

• 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

• 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

• 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.

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

Regular

Nonexempt

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  or MD TTY Relay Service between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

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