Lieutenant Criminal Investigations & Public Information

Job Posting:

JR101513 Lieutenant Criminal Investigations & Public Information (Open)

Department:

University Police, PM

Position Type:

Regular

Open Date:

11-11-2025

Close Date:

$90,000 - $100,00

Job Description:

Job Summary

This position serves as the lead investigator and public information officer for all criminal matters occurring on Salisbury University property or involving university affiliates. They are responsible for information flow and will manage and conduct investigations into serious crimes, coordinating with allied law enforcement agencies, and will serve as the primary liaison to the State’s Attorney’s Office. The investigator plays a critical role in ensuring campus safety by analyzing crime trends, developing proactive strategies, and communicating key information to university leadership, the campus and community.

Authority and Accountability

This position serves as part of the University Police Leadership team and is a responsible for managing Police Communications & Dispatch, Special Detail, and Access Control. They will report directly to the Captain.

This position is supervisory and is expected to demonstrate the level of professionalism to represent the University.

Required/Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, Criminology, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible law enforcement experience, with at least 2 years in a criminal investigative role.
• Certification by the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commissions (MPCTC) or eligibility for certification.
• Demonstrated knowledge of investigative procedures, evidence handling, and legal protocols.
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in high-pressure situations.
• Must be able to effectively communicate complex information to a wide range of audiences and anticipate and respond to emerging issues strategically and tactically.

                            

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a university or campus law enforcement environment.
• Familiarity with Clery Act compliance and Title IX-related investigations.
• Advanced training in crime analysis, interview and interrogation techniques, or digital forensics.

Additional Job Information:

The position is a full-time, exempt state role with comprehensive benefits.

Priority will be given to applicants who apply by November 25, 2025. However, the position will remain open until filled.

Please note, only applications submitted through Salisbury University’s Online Employment Application System will be considered. Any supporting documents must be uploaded with the online application, as documents sent via email will not be accepted. Additionally, three professional references will be required during the final stages of the hiring process. Candidates will be notified prior to their references being contacted.

Diversity and inclusion are core values of Salisbury University. We strive to create a truly diverse and inclusive environment where the richness of ideas, backgrounds, and perspectives of our community is harnessed to create value for our institution, today and in the future.  To this end, the University recruits exceptional and diverse faculty, staff, and students from across Maryland, the United States, and around the world, supporting all members of the University community as they work together to achieve institutional goals and vision. To learn more about the University’s commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive campus, please visit http://www.salisbury.edu/equity/.