Lieutenant

University of Texas at Austin • Austin, TX

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About The Position

Responsible for coordinating the objectives of the administration of the Police Department and the law enforcement efforts within the areas under the control and jurisdiction of The University of Texas System. Serves as a Campus Security Authority as defined by the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). To provide responsible administrative, supervisory, and enforcement skills in the commissioned law enforcement services of The University of Texas System.

Requirements

• Applicant must possess a Master Peace Officers License from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education.
• Must be eligible to hold a Peace Officer Commission issued by The University of Texas System.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license not subject to suspension and must be eligible to drive a university owned or leased motor vehicle.
• Must have thorough knowledge and ability to apply supervisory methods, personnel management, and evaluation, planning and coordinating and interpersonal communications.
• Effective written and oral communications skills.
• Must successfully complete a minimum of six (6) month probation period immediately following the start date.
• The applicant must have a minimum of 5 years at the rank of Sergeant or above.
• A minimum of 2 years' experience in the management and planning of large special events.
• Experience in Executive Protection operations, planning, and management.
• Experience in the preparation and completion of necessary ICS paperwork for large scale events.
• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Nice To Haves

• Possess a bachelor’s degree.
• Experience in coordination and collaboration with local, state and federal partners on large public events.
• Knowledge and experience in scheduling software and databases.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, and supervises departmental activities including the enforcement of criminal law, Rules and Regulations of the Board of Regents, and the conduct of staff, students, and visitors.
• Develops program guidelines, procedures, policies, and rules and regulations.
• Receives and relays directives, assignments, and special orders to subordinates.
• Provides guidance and direction to staff on policies, procedures, and rules and regulations.
• Evaluates subordinates' work.
• Evaluates and makes recommendations concerning departmental productivity and accomplishments of department's goals and objectives.
• Investigates circumstances surrounding violations of law and University regulations or policies.
• May be required to perform direct law enforcement activities, including preventing or suppressing crime and making arrests.
• Performs related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees