Commander, Patrol Operations

California State University, Northridge•Los Angeles, CA

1d•$160,000 - $168,204•Onsite

About The Position

At CSUN, we aspire to continually grow as an inclusive, cooperative community. CSUN strives to be a destination workplace, where everyone understands that they belong to a community that is vital in advancing student success and providing exemplary service to all stakeholders. We foster an environment of success, both for our students and our employees. We have a relentless passion for celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as being an employer of choice. You will also have the opportunity to realize your own personal goals and be recognized for the work you do and enjoy the unique value the CSUN community can offer. As a leader, you will have the opportunity to thrive in a community in which our leaders share common traits as identified in our Leadership Principles. If this sounds like you, you've come to the right place.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university in a related field, or equivalent. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
Must have at least five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in a sworn law enforcement setting, including one (1) year of supervisory experience.
Must satisfy all California POST minimum employment standards and possess, or be able to obtain, a POST Management Certificate.
Eligible to be a peace officer in the state of California.
Must possess, or be eligible to obtain, a valid California driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Management experience preferred.
Working in an educational setting is a plus.

Responsibilities

Plans, assigns, supervises, and evaluates the work of police officers, corporals, sergeants, dispatchers, and Community Service Officers (CSOs) assigned to patrol operations.
Serves as the Watch Commander with primary responsibility for coordinating police operations during special events conducted during evening and weekend hours.
Identifies organizational and individual training needs and assists in the development, coordination, and delivery of training programs that support departmental objectives, professional development, and operational effectiveness.
Evaluates routine and emergency situations and determines appropriate operational responses during patrol shifts, including complex law enforcement incidents.
Reviews reports, correspondence, memoranda, case files, and other documentation prepared by subordinate personnel to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with departmental policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
As a leader, demonstrates a commitment to student success that is mission aligned with the university’s vision, values and priorities. Establishes an ethical and collegial work environment, promoting a collaborative, accountable and inclusive team. Encourages a courageous and resilient solution-oriented environment by participating in new opportunities to further the mission of the university. Participates in developing initiatives that further support the campus mission with a service-oriented and catalytic mind set. Strengthens employees by being communicative and a talent builder that develops team attributes, furthering departmental goals.
Performs other duties as assigned.