Police Lieutenant - Washington, United States - American University

American University
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American University is a student-centered research institution located in Washington, DC, with highly-ranked schools and colleges, internationally-renowned faculty, and a reputation for creating meaningful change in the world.

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Department:
Police Operations


Time Type:
Full time

Work Modality:
Full On Campus Presence

Union:

Job Description:

Position Summary:

  • The Police Lieutenant is a sworn, commissioned University Special Police Officer, serving as a personnel and/or function manager in the Department of Public Safety. He/she manages supervisory personnel and police officers that provide daily law enforcement services to the campus community. The Police Lieutenant coordinates aspects of assigned functions within the Department, such as police operations, investigations, property and evidence, crime prevention, victim assistance, special events and records management. The incumbent coordinates scheduling and work assignments. The Police Lieutenant researches and writes policies and standard operating procedures, and he/she reviews and approves daily incident reports.

Organizational Characteristics:

  • The Police Lieutenant reports directly to the Police Captain of his/her assigned unit.
  • The Police Lieutenant may be assigned to one of four units: Police Operations, Police Administration, Physical Security or Investigations & Threat Assessment.
  • The Police Lieutenant supervises uniformed and/or plainclothes police personnel and civilian personnel.
  • The Police Lieutenant manages functions within his/her assigned unit as assigned by the Police Captain.

Essential Functions:

  • Police Operational and

Administrative Coordination:

Coordinate DPS functions, including patrol, incident response, initial investigations, crime scene response, traffic and parking code enforcement, and event security oversight.

Takes command and coordinates the DPS police response to emergency/critical incidents. Actively participates on patrol during all three shifts on a regular basis. Coordinates scheduling for patrol, investigators and special operations. Assesses and plans police equipment needs, including uniforms, weapons and vehicles. Read, edit and approve daily incident reports. Coordinates operational planning and procedures with other DPS units. Verifies compliance with all applicable University and District of Columbia policies, regulations and laws.

Serves as the interim Police Captain in his/her absence.- Program Coordination: Coordinates assigned Public Safety programs, including: police patrol operations, investigations, property and evidence, crime prevention, victim assistance, special events and records management.

Ensures program compliance with University policy and District of Columbia law. Research, write and review policies, standard operating procedures and memoranda related to Public Safety programs.

Collaborates with the Clery Act Coordinator to ensure program compliance with the Clery Act, Title IX and the Higher Education Opportunity Act.- Personnel Management: Manages assigned sworn and civilian personnel.

Coordinates the hiring, on-boarding and training processes for personnel with other DPS units. Manages the performance management process for assigned personnel, including evaluations, counseling and disciplinary matters.

Monitors compliance with all District of Columbia regulations for University Special Police Officers.- Training Program Management: Designs, develops, and implements training programs, based on law enforcement best practices, for Police Officers, Investigators, and administrative staff, including field training, search & seizure, use of force, report writing, incident response and crime scene response.

Coordinates the tracking and retention of training records with other DPS units.- Police Liaison: Develops partnerships with University and community departments and agencies, such as Campus Life, Metropolitan Police Department, DC Fire Department and Homeland Security.

Coordinates incident response plans, strategies and training with those entities.

Assists other DPS units with physical security planning, crime prevention projects and emergency preparedness programs.- Purchasing Coordination: Assesses purchase requests from subordinates; researches and recommends police equipment purchases in coordination with the Quartermaster.- Other duties as assigned.


Dimensions:

  • Varies on assigned unit

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

  • Full-Time.
  • Position is required to be able to work outside normal business hours to include nights and weekends.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree is required and 5 years related experience with demonstrated supervisory experience or a combination of education and experience which demonstrates the necessary skills and abilities required for the position.
  • Must have excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to interact with a diverse population.
  • Must have demonstrated experience writ
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