At the District of Columbia Public Library (DCPL), we are committed to attracting a talented workforce to support our mission and vision.  This position serves as a Special Police Officer (SPO) and is within the Office of Public Safety (OPS).  The role of SPO is responsible for safeguarding the lives and property of DCPL by providing a safe/secure environment for the employees and the public while on DCPL properties and it’s 26 branches and locations.  

The selected candidate duties and assignments involve the application of law enforcement principles and techniques including the following:

• Patrols and maintains law and order by observing, reporting, and responding to illegal and unauthorized activity occurring on DCPL owned and controlled premises. 

• Observes conditions and activity, taking appropriate action, where there appears to be potential for or are actual violations of the laws or guidelines.

• Responds to calls from citizens, library patrons, and employees in cases of criminal activity and violations of the DCPL behavioral guidelines. 

• Investigates circumstances of the call, determines if arrest or other action is warranted.  

• Completes appropriate reports and exercise full count presentment authority as arresting officer. 

• Participates actively in prosecutions.    

• Participates in short-term investigations under the guidance of a higher ranking official of OPS.

• Investigates thefts and other crimes from persons on library premises.  

• Routinely patrols and inspects the building and grounds to prevent crimes and violations of DCPL behavioral guidelines. 

• Monitors/operates two-way radio system and phone system and acts as communication dispatcher as needed or assigned. 

• Assists MPD, Federal law agencies, the other enforcement agencies as needed. 

• Checks, inspects, and secures the exterior of the building, entrances, and windows. 

• Performs other related duties as assigned.