Patrol Lieutenant
About The Position
The Patrol Lieutenant, under direction, supervises officers and police personnel and enforces, prevents, and investigates violations of the law and University rules and regulations. The salary is determined in accordance with the University’s compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidate’s education and experience, within the assigned salary range for the position. The position supervises a police sergeant and a shift of police and communications officers, as well as a squad of security officers and/or parking officers. It includes patrol, investigations, report and case-file review, administrative duties, training, coordination with other agencies and departments, court testimony, and public outreach on law enforcement and community policing. Applicants must pass an entrance exam and successfully complete a psychological evaluation, physical examination, and background investigation. The background investigation may include driving, criminal, and credit history. Employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and completion of a criminal history check. The position is security-sensitive.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Twelve years of experience as a licensed police officer.
- Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) advanced certification.
- Texas Class C vehicle operator’s license, or ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment.
- Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
- Ability to communicate effectively with all segments of the campus population.
- Ability to function under adverse and stressful conditions.
- Must pass an entrance exam to be considered for employment.
- Must successfully pass a psychological evaluation and physical examination and complete a background investigation, including checks that may cover driving history, criminal background, and credit history.
- Must attach a resume or curriculum vitae and a cover letter to the application.
Responsibilities
- Supervises a police sergeant and a shift of police and communications officers.
- Evaluates, counsels, and advises subordinates.
- Approves subordinate leave.
- Reviews and approves reports and case files submitted by subordinates.
- Supervises a squad of security officers and/or parking officers.
- Interprets administrative directives and policies and ensures their implementation.
- Patrols campus and acts as a point of contact for other agencies.
- Provides professional skills at in-service seminars and trains subordinate officers.
- Investigates offenses and arrests offenders for violations of State Criminal Law and the Transportation Code.
- Prepares comprehensive reports.
- Manages crime scenes and evidence collection and processing.
- Attends meetings with other departments on and off campus.
- Serves as an appointed chairperson or member of committees, recruit officer review boards, and officer promotion boards.
- Testifies in Justice of the Peace, County, and District Courts, as well as student judicial hearings.
- Speaks with the public on law enforcement and community policing topics.
- Performs administrative duties and other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
