Deputy Chief / Director of Police Operations

University of Washington•Seattle, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Division of Campus Community Safety (DCCS) unifies front-line public safety units across the University for a holistic approach to campus community safety, innovation in approaches, and clarity in leadership responsibility and accountability. Key units include UW Emergency Management, SafeCampus and the Seattle campus UW Police Department. Division staff work daily in partnership with units across and outside the UW system to both create safer, welcoming campus environments; prepare for potential natural or human-made disasters; and respond appropriately to incidents. DCCS has an outstanding opportunity for Deputy Chief / Director of Police Operations. The University of Washington campus is a beautiful campus. It takes the commitment of our police force, security personnel and the involvement of the community to create a safe and secure environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. The University of Washington Police Department (“UWPD”) is committed to involving the community in solving crime problems through community policing practices and keeping the community educated as to safe practices to protect yourself and your property. This also requires a commitment from the community in helping us by taking responsibility in reporting crimes, suspicious activities, and practicing good and practical crime prevention techniques. As an agency of the university community, UWPD provides law enforcement to the largest college and stadium in Washington State. We also provide security to visiting dignitaries and during demonstrations. The Police Department serves a vital role in the safety, security, and success of the University of Washington. Our purpose is to serve and protect the students, staff, faculty and all people and property within the jurisdiction of that community. The Police Department serves a vital role in the safety, security, and success of the University of Washington. Our purpose is to serve and protect the students, staff, faculty and all people and property within the jurisdiction of that community. Police services are available 24 hours a day, every day of the year. OUR MISSION The University of Washington Police Department actively collaborates with our community to create a safe and secure campus through education, problem solving and enforcement. We use innovative practices, continuing training and partnerships to provide professional public safety services, thereby reducing crime and the fear of crime. In doing so, we foster and maintain an environment that supports the well-being of our students, staff, faculty and visitors. OUR VISION The University of Washington Police Department aspires to be a world leader in innovative campus public safety practices. Our commitment to excellence supports the campus community’s pursuit of academic and research goals in an environment free of crime and the fear of crime. OUR VALUES The University of Washington Police Department is a team of full-time and part-time commissioned, civilian & volunteer personnel dedicated to ensuring the safety and security of the University of Washington campus. We are committed to the highest standards of professionalism and ethical behavior, and we conduct ourselves with P.R.I.D.E. in all we do. The University of Washington Police Department is an accredited public safety department that provides for the overall safety and security of the campus community. UWPD’s responsibilities include deterring, reducing and solving crime; engaging in proactive crime prevention and problem-solving strategies; completing investigations for prosecution; dignitary protection; and handling large crowds such as NCAA football games and other athletic events, concerts and other activities. Under the general direction of the Director/Chief of Police and with delegated authority, the Director/Deputy Chief provides leadership and manages the department’s operations to provide effective and efficient law enforcement and public safety services to the citizens of the University of Washington. Responsible for oversight of the Operations Division, which includes Patrol, Criminal Investigations, Logistics and Planning, Information and Technology, Security Services, Quartermaster, and oversight of Internal Affairs. Will serve as liaison to external partners including SPD, WSP, FBI, Eastside Chiefs, King County Police Chiefs & Sheriffs, and Coalition of Small Police Agencies (CSPA). Will also be responsible for continuous enforcement of laws and ordinances, the protection of life and property, and the preservation of peace within the University community. The individual will also be responsible for policy updates as needed. The individual will serve as second in command of the Police Department and will assume command of the Department in the absence of the Director/Chief of Police The incumbent will serve as a member of the Command Staff and have delegated responsibility for data driven strategic goals related to all law enforcement operations. Must keep abreast of the changing laws and community opinions in representing the department and reviewing policy updates. The UWPD is a leader in its collaboration with other law enforcement agencies in fostering an environment of public safety. This position requires involvement with various individuals, establishing and employing effective communication methods within and external to the department, and ensuring that the UWPD is managed in accordance with appropriate laws and regulations. The incumbent provides vision, strategic leadership, planning, coordination and management of all resources of law enforcement operations. The areas of control of this position support the overall safety of students, faculty, staff and visitors of the University of Washington.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree, preferably in criminal justice, police science, public administration, or related field.
Minimum ten (10) years’ experience in progressively responsible law enforcement work, including considerable experience in a supervisor capacity in supervision and administration.
Must be a State of Washington commissioned officer or able to obtain commission status within 12 months of employment.
Must show a demonstrated interest in self-improvement by taking advantage of educational opportunities in new laws and innovations in law enforcement.
Must possess a thorough knowledge of the principles and procedures of modern police science and administration.
Must possess a thorough knowledge of all applicable local, state and federal laws.
Must possess demonstrated ability to plan, coordinate, assign and supervise the work of a large number of subordinates engaged in a variety of police and related activities.
Demonstrated ability to adapt to change with ease and readily identify creative alternative solutions.
Ability to establish and maintain satisfactory working relationships with the public, city officials, governmental authorities and employees.
Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of individuals both written and verbally
A valid Washington State driver's license

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree desired
Graduate of the FBI National Academy or similar type executive training program
Experience in university policing
Knowledge of Clery and Title IX

Responsibilities

Plans, directs and manages the Operations Division to include Patrol, Criminal Investigations, Logistics and Planning, Education and Training, and provides leadership and management oversight for the entire department in the absence of the Director/Chief of Police.
Evaluates subordinate performance; participates in personnel actions such as appointments, promotions, demotions, discipline and scheduling; reviews crime trends; directs the development of personnel assigned to the Operations Division.
Monitors department police operations by attending various meetings, observational review of subordinates, regularly review the schedules, timesheets, criminal reports, operational reports and other department activity reports for quality and approval.
Participate in labor/management negotiations and joint labor/management meetings.
Assist the Director/Chief of Police and the executive leadership team in the development and control of the annual budget proposal in formulation and implementing police policy, procedures, rules, regulations and programs.
Fosters communications and cooperation with other law enforcement agencies, departments and personnel.
Participate in administrative On-Call rotation and respond to scenes of major crimes, emergency situations or other critical incidents, providing support or direction of activities as necessary.