Lieutenant, University Police

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center • Dallas, TX

32d

About The Position

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career! The Lieutenant position works under moderate supervision to provide responsible administrative and supervisory enforcement skills in law enforcement services at UT Southwestern.

Requirements

• Minimum of 90 credit hours from an accredited institution of higher education.
• 5 years UT System Police (UTSP) experience or 3 years UTSP service and two years in another full service law enforcement agency as a full time commissioned peace officer or
• 5 years law enforcement experience with 3 years experience in a supervisory role for external candidates.
• Possess an Intermediate Certification from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education Upon Hire and
• Must hold Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Peace Officer Commission Upon Hire and
• Successfully complete minimum six (6) month probationary review immediately following date of promotion or hire and
• Must possess a valid Texas driver's license not subject to suspension Upon Hire and
• Must successfully pass an approved promotional process administered by the Director of Police, or designee and
• At the time the promotional examination is taken, internal candidates must currently be serving as a UTSP sergeant and has successfully completed the probation period.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree
• Possess Advanced and Instructor Certification from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards (TCOLE) and Education at the time the promotional examination is taken.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, assigns, and supervises departmental activities including the enforcement of criminal law, Rules and Regulations of Board of Regents, and Policies of the Office of the Director of Police.
• Supervises the conduct of subordinates. Checks performance, appearance, and conduct of subordinates.
• Provides guidance and direction to staff on policies, procedures, and rules and regulations.
• Receives and relays directives, assignments, and special orders to subordinates.
• Makes evaluations and analyses concerning accomplishments of department goals and objectives. Observes and evaluates departmental operations for efficiency and effectiveness.
• Prepares and revises various reports and makes recommendations.
• Performs line inspections.
• Develops and administers training programs.
• Investigates circumstances surrounding violations of laws and University regulations and policies.
• Conducts investigations, writes reports, and recommends appropriate actions.
• May be required to perform direct law enforcement activities, including preventing or suppressing crime and making arrests.
• Serves as an Incident Commander as required.
• Confers with University administrators, faculty, staff and students; and other law enforcement, court and governmental officials on matters of mutual interest.
• Prepares work schedules and assigns overtime; approves the use of vacation leave.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees