Police Captain

Georgetown University•Lexington, MA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Police Captain provides leadership within the GUPD and is responsible for managing, preparing, administering and directing all assigned personnel, resources and funds, for the purpose of meeting department goals and objectives. Incumbent works under the general direction of, and reports directly to, the Deputy Chief of Police. The Police Captain displays a current knowledge and skill level expected of someone in their position and level of responsibility, executes the duties and responsibilities of the position, and completes written reports/correspondence/assignments/projects, in a thorough, timely, and efficient manner. The Police Captain interacts with all people in a professional, courteous, and tactful manner while maintaining professional relationships with internal and external partners. The Police Captain thinks logically/critically to solve problems, evaluate the relevance of information/data, makes sound decisions, and anticipates the implication of decisions/actions. Provides feedback, recognition, coaching/counseling, constructive criticism, and discipline to improve performance and works with subordinates to identify their development needs and improve their performance. When assigned – serves in the role of Operations Captain for all Operational functions. The Police Captain applies pertinent subject-matter knowledge—such as laws, regulations, policies, procedures, rules, and technology—to ensure operational tasks are completed in a timely and efficient manner. The Police Captain maintains oversight of fixed and patrol post and makes sound, effective, and/or takes action to ensure proper distribution of staffing, high levels of service, and efficient delivery of safety and security services. The Police Captain responds to stressful, changing and critical incidents to assume the role of Incident Commander as needed. GUPD provides a full range of law enforcement services in support of the academic and public service missions of Georgetown University, serving a diverse community of faculty, staff, and students. Second in rank to the Deputy Chief of Police, the Police Captain assumes full responsibility for command of the department in the absence of the Deputy Chief. The Police Captain may be called upon 24 hours a day to provide management for critical incidents including civil unrest, natural and man-made disasters, high-profile crimes and police actions or other significant department operations. Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to collaborate with, develop, implement Event Action Plans (EAP) and scheduling for special events and VIP visits. The Police Captain should have a clear understanding of employee developments, goal setting and performance reviews. The Police Captain must be able to fulfill all the essential duties of a sworn police officer and to perform the functional role of lower ranks as required. The Police Captain is occasionally expected to attend off-site training and to provide mutual aid to other agencies or locations, based on the needs of the department. When assigned - serves in the role of Administrative Captain for all Administrative functions. The Police Captain assists in the development and administration of department policy and procedure, managing department budget and staffing, carrying out hiring, termination and other human resources and disciplinary actions. The Police Captain effectively manages personnel, finances, equipment, investigations, and other GUPD resources. The Police Captain serves as a public representative of the department and the University, providing necessary command and control in the absence of other ranking supervisors or managers, ensuring department compliance with law, regulation and policy, and other administrative duties or projects as assigned. The Police Captain develops and implements a variety of proactive educational, outreach and crime prevention programs unique to the University community.

Requirements

Must have current/previous experience at the rank of Lieutenant or higher for at least three (3) years.
Must have ten (10) or more years of total experience, including at least six (6) years of managerial experience.
Must have performed all aspects of the role of police officer, Sergeant, and Lieutenant.
Must be a U.S. Citizen.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license with no violations in the last five years and be able to pass Georgetown University driver’s certification.
All applicants are subject to a written test, a report writing test, drug test, physical examination by a doctor to university specifications, and extensive psychological testing.
Must be able to pass a comprehensive background investigation.
Must qualify for and maintain a Special Campus/University Police Officer’s Commission.
Must have thorough knowledge and understanding of criminal and civil law, and of modern policing issues, philosophies, policies, practices, procedures, trends, laws, regulations, law enforcement management theory, and administrative standards, and how they may be applied within a university environment.
Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and take decisive action in critical situations.
Proficient ability to use vehicles, computer systems, weapons, and other technologies and tools employed by police agencies.
Must be comfortable using computers including Microsoft Word, Excel, and email and/or the ability to learn these applications is essential.
Must possess tact, patience, a courteous demeanor, and pleasant personality to deal with students, staff, faculty, visitors, and community members.
Must respect the use of police powers in relation to a university environment.
Excellent verbal and written communications skills, including report writing, are essential.
Must be willing to work extended, odd, or off hours to achieve the expectations of the Department.
This may include rotating tours of duty (day shifts, evening shifts, overnight shifts) with fluctuating days off, according to departmental needs.
Ability to supervise, evaluate, manage, and motivate subordinate sworn and non-sworn personnel.
Possess tact, courteous demeanor, and pleasant personality to deal with students, faculty, staff, visitors, dignitaries, and community members.
Respect the use of police powers in relation to a university environment.
Superior written and oral communication skills required.
Bachelor’s degree required.
An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered in lieu of the above-listed requirements.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in and responsibility for critical incident response and notification procedures desired.
Previous experience and/or training in situations involving sexual assault and discrimination (including religious, racial, and sexual orientation) preferred.
5 years in higher education law enforcement preferred.
Master’s degree preferred.
Knowledge of telecommunications equipment is desirable.
Emergency management experience preferred.
Demonstrated leadership in a higher education environment is desirable.

Responsibilities

Manage, prepare, administer and direct all assigned personnel, resources and funds to meet department goals and objectives.
Execute duties and responsibilities of the position, completing written reports/correspondence/assignments/projects thoroughly, timely, and efficiently.
Interact with all people in a professional, courteous, and tactful manner while maintaining professional relationships with internal and external partners.
Think logically/critically to solve problems, evaluate information/data relevance, make sound decisions, and anticipate implications of decisions/actions.
Provide feedback, recognition, coaching/counseling, constructive criticism, and discipline to improve performance.
Work with subordinates to identify their development needs and improve their performance.
Serve in the role of Operations Captain for all Operational functions when assigned.
Apply pertinent subject-matter knowledge (laws, regulations, policies, procedures, rules, technology) to ensure operational tasks are completed timely and efficiently.
Maintain oversight of fixed and patrol posts and take action to ensure proper distribution of staffing, high levels of service, and efficient delivery of safety and security services.
Respond to stressful, changing, and critical incidents to assume the role of Incident Commander as needed.
Assume full responsibility for command of the department in the absence of the Deputy Chief.
Provide management for critical incidents including civil unrest, natural and man-made disasters, high-profile crimes, police actions, or other significant department operations (may be called upon 24 hours a day).
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to develop and implement Event Action Plans (EAP) and scheduling for special events and VIP visits.
Fulfill all essential duties of a sworn police officer and perform the functional role of lower ranks as required.
Attend off-site training and provide mutual aid to other agencies or locations as needed.
Serve in the role of Administrative Captain for all Administrative functions when assigned.
Assist in the development and administration of department policy and procedure.
Manage department budget and staffing.
Carry out hiring, termination, and other human resources and disciplinary actions.
Effectively manage personnel, finances, equipment, investigations, and other GUPD resources.
Serve as a public representative of the department and the University.
Provide necessary command and control in the absence of other ranking supervisors or managers.
Ensure department compliance with law, regulation, and policy.
Develop and implement a variety of proactive educational, outreach, and crime prevention programs unique to the University community.