Police Lieutenant, College Police Department

The Police Lieutenant oversees day-to-day administrative operations of the college's police department, ensuring the safety and security of students, faculty, staff, visitors, and property. This leadership role involves managing personnel, enforcing policies and procedures, coordinating emergency response, and fostering a safe campus environment through proactive policing strategies in alignment with the college's mission and values. 1. Provide leadership, direction, and supervision to assigned personnel, including sergeants, officers, and civilian staff. 2. Oversee shift scheduling, assignments, and performance evaluations to maintain operational efficiency. 3. Act as the department's second-in-command, assisting the Chief in strategic planning and decision-making. 4. Monitor daily campus police activities, including patrol operations, investigations, and incident responses. 5. Ensure compliance with departmental policies, state laws, and federal regulations. 6. Review and approve incident reports, ensuring accuracy and adherence to standards. 7. Organize and implement training programs to maintain the professional development of staff. 8. Conduct periodic assessments of team readiness and recommend areas for improvement. 9. Coordinate response efforts for emergencies, such as active shooter situations, natural disasters, or large-scale campus events. 10. Serve as the Incident Commander during critical incidents, ensuring an effective and coordinated response. 11. Foster relationships with students, staff, and faculty to promote community policing and enhance trust. 12. Represent the department at college events, safety forums, and external meetings. 13. Assist in developing and managing departmental budgets, including resource allocation and procurement needs. 14. Prepare detailed reports and presentations for senior leadership on campus security and safety initiatives. 15. Maintain records and oversee compliance with Clery Act reporting and other regulatory requirements

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate's degree in criminal justice or advanced law enforcement certification
• 10 years of progressively responsible supervisory experience in Law Enforcement / Higher Education campus law enforcement.
• North Carolina Basic Law Enforcement Training (NCBLET) certification.
• Valid and current driver's license required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, Public Administration, or related field.
• 15 years of progressively responsible supervisory experience in Law Enforcement
• Experience in higher education or campus law enforcement.
• Familiarity with Clery Act requirements and Title IX compliance.

Reporting Relationships:

Direction Received:

Reports to the

Chief of Police, Central Piedmont Direction Given:

Gives directions to four Police Sergeants, and all department police officers

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Worker Characteristics:

• Knowledge of police/law enforcement procedures and techniques.
• Critical thinking skills.
• Ability to make appropriate judgment in responding to emergency situations.
• Sound and dependable leadership under pressure and during emergency situations.

Working Conditions:

• Must be available for on-call duty and emergency response as needed.
• Requires a combination of office work and active fieldwork, including walking and standing for extended periods, and requires handling of average-weight objects,
• Ability to work a flexible schedule inclusive of days, nights, weekends, and holidays, to include extended hours.
• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
• Work may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.