Deputy Chief of Police

Johnson County Community College•Overland Park, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Deputy Chief of Police supports JCCC mission by serving as a high-level executive leader within the Police Department, providing strategic direction, operational oversight, and administrative management to ensure a safe and secure campus environment. Reporting directly to the Police Chief, this role is responsible for the day-to-day management of departmental functions, including the supervision of sworn personnel, dispatch operations, and administrative staff. The incumbent supports budget maintenance, policy development, and long-term planning, as well as a front-line supervisor capable of performing all duties of a Kansas-commissioned Police Officer. This position requires a delicate balance of firm law enforcement authority and the diplomatic sensitivity needed to work within a diverse, multicultural academic community.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
Certification as Kansas-commissioned Police Officer
Must qualify and certify with firearms, ASP baton, CPR, AED, First Aid and Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) spray.
Must obtain NIMS and ICS training certificates.
Must have a valid Drivers License.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, or a related field.
Command-level leadership experience in a law enforcement agency, preferably within a college or university environment.
Demonstrated knowledge of Clery Act, Title IX, and other higher education regulatory requirements.
Proven success in implementing community-oriented policing strategies in diverse environments.
Experience leading emergency management operations and serving in an Incident Command role.
Familiarity with KLEAP or other accreditation standards.
Strong background in strategic planning, budgeting, and organizational leadership.
Experience collaborating with local, state, and federal law enforcement partners.

Responsibilities

Assisting the Police Chief in daily operations and the development of department goals, objectives, and policies.
Serving as the designated Acting Chief of Police when the Chief is absent.
Maintaining Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), rules, regulations, and job descriptions.
Making decisions regarding budget maintenance, goal attainment, and equipment recommendations.
Identifying best practices and researching innovative law enforcement techniques to improve efficiency.
Recruiting, interviewing, and hiring full-time and part-time staff.
Providing leadership, direction, and training to staff; coaching individuals through escalations or issues.
Measuring and evaluating performance across the department and implementing disciplinary actions when necessary.
Fostering a positive, collaborative environment that promotes innovation and teamwork.
Providing support and supervision to shift Sergeants and the Dispatch Center.
Ensuring communication and coordination among shifts are optimized to support campus service.
Reviewing police reports and ensuring corrections, revisions, or deletions are handled in a timely manner.
Providing interpretation regarding laws, regulations, and internal policies for staff.
Performing the duties of uniformed officers, including patrolling, responding to calls, and stepping in during shifts as needed.
Warning, issuing summons, or making arrests for violations of state laws, local ordinances, or college rules.
Ensuring all mandates are followed, including criminal statutes, traffic enforcement, and accident investigations.
Collaborating with the Emergency Preparedness Manager and Clery Act/Title IX teams on campus compliance.
Building relationships with local, state, and federal partners, as well as community stakeholders.
Representing law enforcement on college-wide committees and task forces.
Maintaining positive relations with the college community and acting as a liaison to outside agencies.
Partnering on shared awareness initiatives and discussing public safety best practices.
Duties and responsibilities, as required by business necessity, may be updated at any time at the discretion of management.

Benefits

Health insurance with some employer paid options.
Life insurance & AD&D (employer provided)
Retirement plans (403(b), 457(b), and KPERS)
Employer paid 8% contribution into a 403(b) no match required
Paid time off (vacation, sick, personal, and floating holidays)
14 days of paid holidays
Full tuition reduction for JCCC credit courses (for employee and eligible dependents)
Tuition reimbursement / assistance for non‑JCCC courses for employee
Free access to the Gym on campus for all employees and dependents
Discount to the Hiersteiner Child Development Center
And many more!