Lieutenant

Job Posting:

JR102107 Lieutenant (Open)

Police Department, PM

Regular

08-25-2026

09-15-2026

$ Annually

Coppin State University is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Lieutenant to provide leadership and oversight within the University Police Department. The Lieutenant serves as a senior law enforcement professional with subject matter expertise in policereform and is responsible for advancing departmental objectives through effective leadership, employee engagement, performance management, recruitment, and professional development.

The Lieutenant plans, develops, and implements strategies, goals,and objectives that support the department’s operational and strategic priorities. This position oversees operations, workflow,projects, and systems with significant strategic impact while ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, University policies, and police reform initiatives.

The Lieutenant participates in strategic planning, establishes and enforces departmental processes and practices, and is accountable for operational and financial resources within their area of responsibility. The position exercises substantial independent judgment and managerial authority, with significant latitude tomake decisions and act on behalf of senior leadership as needed.

The Lieutenant provides expertise and recommendations toupper-level University leadership on personnel, financial,operational, and significant strategic matters.

• Direct and oversee all Support Services Bureau operations,including records, training, fleet, equipment, quartermaster,logistics, procurement, and administrative functions to ensure operational efficiency and accountability.
• Manage all contract security personnel assigned to on-campusand off- campus locations, oversee security staffing for university events, including athletic events, and coordinate services with contracted security vendors to ensure effective coverage and performance.
• Develop and maintain departmental policies and procedures while ensuring compliance with IACLEA standards, CJIS requirements, MPCTCregulations, University policies, and applicable federal and statelaws.
• Supervise assigned personnel through performance management,coaching, scheduling, and professional development while overseeing departmental training programs and certification compliance.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned bythe Chief of Police or designee in support of departmental and University operations.

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with adegree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Business Administration, Emergency Management, Homeland Security, or aclosely related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in accordance with University policy.

• A minimum of seven (10) years of progressively responsiblesworn law enforcement experience, including at least three (3) years in a supervisory capacity at the rank of Sergeant orabove.
• Experience managing administrative support services, security operations, training, accreditation, policy development, records management, or similar law enforcement programs is required.
• Must possess and maintain certification as a police officerthrough the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission(MPCTC) or be eligible for Maryland certification throughreciprocity or comparative compliance.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Maryland Class C driver'slicense and successfully complete all required annual in-service training and firearms qualifications.

• React quickly and effectively to physical confrontations and emergency situations.
• Perform tasks requiring dexterity, agility, and physicalcoordination.
• Observe, identify, and recall visual details accurately.
• Hear and understand verbal communications, including policeradio transmissions.
• Perform multiple physical tasks simultaneously under stressful conditions.
• Safely operate a motor vehicle.
• Qualify with and proficiently use department-authorizedfirearms and defensive
  weapons.
• Wear required uniforms, personal protective equipment, andother safety equipment
  for extended periods.
• Wear and effectively use a respirator when required.
• Communicate clear and effectively in person, by telephone,and over a police radio.

Coppin State University offers a competitive benefits package toinclude health…