Police Captain, Operations - Washington, United States - George Washington University

Description

I. JOB OVERVIEW

Job Description Summary:

The Division of Safety and Facilities aims to provide a safe and secure campus for all members of the university community through best-in-class technological and physical infrastructure, proactive assessment and analysis, and a caring team of professionals dedicated to upholding the university's values with the highest degree of conscientiousness.

Reporting to the Chief of Police, the Police Captain, Operations leads, directs and manages the daily protective and uniformed patrol services operations with GWPD at the Foggy Bottom and Mount Vernon campuses as well as oversee the Detective Unit. This position assumes command of the GWPD in the absence of the Chief of Police.

Primary Responsibilities include:

• Perform duties as may be assigned by the Chief of Police (COP).
• Ensure that the policies and procedures established by the Human Resource Management & Development (HRMD) and the Collective Bargaining Agreement are properly observed and enforced.
• Lead and manage the Detective Unit for the university, including developing appropriate processes for maintaining evidence and property
• Ensure that standard operating procedures established by the GWPD are properly observed and enforced.
• Advise the COP concerning all matters of importance, significant events and issues in the Operations branch.
• Review and forward to the COP special reports and requests submitted by the organizational elements under the Operations Branch.
• Participate in developing and recommending an annual budget for the Operations branch of the Division.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the Division of Safety and Security, GWPD, the university community, and outside public safety agencies.
• Develop directives and work orders to subordinate staff in conjunction with the daily operations of the protection and patrol activities and tasks.
• Ensure adequate daily staffing to support the safety and security mission of the GWPD.
• Ensure all incidents and arrest activities are properly documented, to include reviewing written reports, forms, communicating with subordinates and completing administrative follow-up as appropriate.
• Assess the need for officer development and training and approve training and education designed to maintain or improve officer patrol and protective services knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

Minimum Qualifications:

Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Minimum of eight years of law enforcement experience, to include at least three years of administrative supervision, assessment of training needs, staffing and analyzing the effectiveness of policies, procedures, and operations within a law enforcement agency is required. Working knowledge to include the following categories: Patrol and Dispatch, EMS, Investigations and Victims Services; Physical Security; Clery Act, Accreditation, Crime Analysis and Records Management; Support Structures, Budget and Scheduling.
Possession of a District of Columbia Special Police Commission or the ability to obtain a DC commission within 120 days of employment is required.
Successful completion of a physical, drug screen and mental examination, which has been approved by the GW Police Department, is required.
Minimum of 800 hours of formal and in-service law enforcement services training, to include certification in Emergency First Aid and CPR is necessary.
Proof of U.S. Citizenship is required.
Proficient knowledge and understanding of current electronic security equipment, such as CCTV, is necessary.

Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be able to possess and maintain a District of Columbia Special Police Commission and meet the prescribed requirements and qualifications associated with commission to include firearms and other weapon systems.
• Prior to employment, the final candidate will need to successful complete a physical, drug screen and psychological examination, which has been approved by the GW Police Department.
• Must have completed an accredited state or federal law enforcement training academy to include the District of Columbia.
• Must have a valid driver's license and be eligible to drive GW vehicles as per University Policy for entire duration of employment within this role.
• Proof of U.S. citizenship and at least 21 years of age as required by the MPD, SOMB.
• Maintain proficiency with firearms and police equipment and weaponry throughout the duration of employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in a public safety discipline or related field.
• 8+ years of responsible experience in law enforcement that include experience conducting, directing, and managing protective and patrol services and operations.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient knowledge of criminal law, rules, and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act Experience in a University or comparable non-profit environment is preferred.

Typical Hiring Range

Commensurate with Experience.

II. JOB DETAILS

Campus Location:

Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.

College/School/Department:

Safety and Security

Family

Safety and Facilities

Sub-Family

Campus Police - Administrative

Stream

Management

Level

Level 3

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time

Hours Per Week:

40+

Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM and on call as needed

Will this job require the employee to work on site?

Yes

Employee Onsite Status

Essential onsite

Telework:

No

Required Background Check:

Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search

Special Instructions to Applicants:

• If applicable, please attach your Federal Law Enforcement Training Center Certification (FLETC) or Police Officer Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) police training academy certificate in the other documents section, along with your resume and cover letter.
• Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status.

Internal Applicants Only?

No

Posting Number:

S012941

Job Open Date:

04/05/2024

Job Close Date:

If temporary, grant funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:

Background Screening

Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.

EEO Statement:

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.