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Service-minded
Professionals
Wanted

The Johns Hopkins Police Department (JHPD) is currently accepting applications for professional officers who understand the importance of preserving and protecting our celebrated university system through a community-minded approach. From small acts of assistance to comprehensive safety and law enforcement, building a service-focused career in policing is possible with the JHPD.

If you’re looking to advance your career or discover new ways to serve your community, the Johns Hopkins Police Department could be exactly what you’re looking for.

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Dedicated to service. Dedicated to Safety.

As a progressive leader in Public Safety, JHPD is committed to the equitable delivery of police services prioritizing the well-being of our students, faculty, staff, and campus guests. It is our collective goal to build a relationship of mutual trust by engaging our community partners as co-creators of a safe and open environment.

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Fast Facts

Scheduling That Supports a healthy work-life balance
Tuition Support for both employees & dependents
Full Benefits including comprehensive health insurance

Benefits & Compensation

As a JHPD officer, you'll get the same benefits as every other Hopkins employee, including comprehensive health insurance, tuition assistance, time off, and even more to help you live a full life outside work.

$70,000 starting salary
$15,000 salary increase for obtainment of Maryland Law Enforcement Certification
20% incentive for Baltimore City Residents
403(b) Retirement Plan
Live Near Your Work grants to use toward down payment & closing costs
Tuition support for employees & dependent children
Non-Competitive career pathway through Police Officer III
Annual step increases

Job Listing Overview

JHPD Lateral Police Sergeant

This job posting is for Current, Retired or Previously Certified Police Officers only.

Minimum Qualifications:

A minimum of five (5) years of total service as a commissioned law enforcement officer.
A minimum of two (2) years of service in the rank of Sergeant or similar level of supervisory experience.
Distinguished service record, including excellent performance rating and no serious or repeated disciplinary actions or citizen complaints.

Preferred Qualifications:

Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice or related field.

Comparative Compliance Standards:

(For out-of-state applicants)

Minimum of 750 hours of acceptable entrance-level police academy training (not including firearms, field training, or in-service training) to meet COMAR and MPCTC requirements.
Must currently be in good standing with a full-service law enforcement agency or have retired in good standing within 2 years of application.
Comparative Compliance applicants must provide the academy curriculum that was completed with the total number of hours and provide a graduation certificate including successful completion of the academy.

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JHPD Lateral Police Lieutenant

This job posting is for Current, Retired or Previously Certified Police Officers only.

Minimum Qualifications:

A minimum of seven (7) years of total service as a commissioned law enforcement officer.
A minimum of two (2) years of service in the rank of Lieutenant or a minimum of three (3) years of service in the rank of Sergeant.
Distinguished service record, including excellent performance rating and has no record of serious or repeated disciplinary actions or citizen complaints.
Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice or related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice or related field.

Comparative Compliance Standards:

(For out-of-state applicants)

Minimum of 750 hours of acceptable entrance-level police academy training (not including firearms, field training, or in-service training) to meet COMAR and MPCTC requirements.
Must currently be in good standing with a full-service law enforcement agency or have retired in good standing within 2 years of application.
Comparative Compliance applicants must provide the academy curriculum that was completed with the total number of hours and provide a graduation certificate including successful completion of the academy.

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JHPD Lateral Police Officer

The ideal candidate must possess two (2) years of experience as a certified law enforcement officer in a full-service law enforcement agency (Maryland or Non-Maryland).

Must possess a high school diploma or GED
Must be at least 20 ½ years of age
Must have current MPCTC certification or meet Comparative Compliance Standards

Responsibilities include:

Ensuring community-oriented law enforcement services
Patrolling and crime prevention services to protect life and property
Offering proactive support of student and staff initiatives
Developing and maintaining a positive rapport with students, faculty, staff and members of the surrounding neighborhoods
Enforcing University policies and regulations
State laws and regulations
Working in partnership with other university staff

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JHPD New Police Officer

An entry-level position for individuals with no previous law enforcement experience.

Must possess a high school diploma or GED
Must be at least 20 ½ years of age

Responsibilities include:

Ensuring community-oriented law enforcement services
Patrolling and crime prevention services to protect life and property
Offering proactive support of student and staff initiatives
Developing and maintaining a positive rapport with students, faculty, staff and members of the surrounding neighborhoods
Enforcing University policies and regulations
State laws and regulations
Working in partnership with other university staff

We have temporarily paused applications for this position. Please fill out the form below to be notified when the position reopens.

Frequently Asked Questions

Qualified applicants will undergo a comprehensive selection and screening process. This may include, but is not limited to: evaluation of training and experience, written and computer-based tests, interviews, polygraph and psychological evaluations, review of employment history, fingerprinting, a full background and driving record check, medical examination, and drug screening.

The steps in the hiring process are as follows (not necessarily in order):

Application submitted and reviewed for minimum qualifications
Candidates are invited to the written online exam
Request for completion of Preliminary History Statement
Candidates participate in panel interview
Candidates participate Physical Agility Test (PAT)
Candidates enter background investigations
Candidates complete polygraph examination
After successful completion background investigation, applicants are invited to one-on- one interview with the Chief of Police and Deputy Chief
Successful applicants receive a conditional offer of employment contingent on the successful completion of medical, psychological, drug tests, and possible second polygraph
Successful applicants receive a final offer of employment.
The length of the selection process varies by position and may take between 16 and 24 weeks.

Entry-Level PAT: Each applicant seeking employment with the JHPD as an Entry-Level Police Officer will participate in the following physical ability tests after a 5-10 minute warm-up period:

Abdominal Muscular Endurance: Measured by the number of bent-leg sit-ups performed in one minute.
Muscular Endurance of the Upper Body: Measured by the number of push-ups performed in one minute.
Cardiovascular Endurance: Measured by a 1.5-mile run/walk.

Minimum scores required:

Sit-ups: 27
Push-ups: 14
1.5 Mile Run/Walk: 15:29

Lateral Police Officer PAT: Each lateral police officer candidate will participate in the following assessments after a 5–10-minute warm-up period:

Climb over a barrier: Measured by safely climbing and crossing over the top of a desk.
Pull/drag a 150-pound individual at least 15 feet: Measured by pulling 150-pound weighted drag sled 15 feet.
Run for a distance of at least 300 feet: Measured by completing a 300-foot run.
Traverse up and down 2 flights of stairs: Measured by climbing then descending 2 flights of stairs.

Click on the link to view a demonstration of the PAT testing: Howard County Police Fitness Test for Recruits

Lateral applicants will attend the appropriate lateral academy as well.

Yes, the University has retirement plans that reward you for your contributions and help you build toward future financial security. Investment options through TIAA. You can contribute up to $23,000 for the year, over age 50, catch up contribution of an additional $7500. There is the University plan that will contribute 8% of your salary if age 35 or older; if under 35 years of age with 2 or more years of service; the University contributes 4% of your salary to the 403(b). Pre- tax and Roth contributions also available via an employee 403(b) plan.

All new hires that successfully obtain full certification by the Maryland Police and Standards Training Commission, will receive a $15,000 certification bonus added to their annual salary. The JHPD also has a generous stipend for its certified officers that live within the city of Baltimore, providing 20% of the employee’s annual salary if they establish and maintain city residence.

Birth Recovery Leave – six weeks paid leave for birth parent following childbirth, JHU paid after one year of employment.

Parental Leave – Four weeks paid leave taken consecutively or intermittently in full days during the 12 months following birth or adoption; JHU paid, after one year of employment.

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Service-minded Professionals Wanted

Dedicated to service. Dedicated to Safety.

Fast Facts

Job Listing Overview

JHPD Lateral Police Sergeant

Minimum Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

Comparative Compliance Standards:

JHPD Lateral Police Lieutenant

Minimum Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

Comparative Compliance Standards:

JHPD Lateral Police Officer

Responsibilities include:

JHPD New Police Officer

Responsibilities include:

Frequently Asked Questions

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