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Wake Technical Community College
Police Captain
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What they do
A Law Enforcement Chief or Deputy directs operations and supervises the activities of a local police department or a unit or shift within a department. Implements new initiatives to address problems with crime in the community.
$85,815 / year median in North Carolina
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Having trouble logging in? Contact the Neogov Applicant Support Hotline Toll Free at 1 (855) 524-5627. Position Description The Captain will assist the chief in day-to-day leadership of the police department. This position will assist in oversight of both the patrol and the administrative divisions of the department and will assume command of the department when the chief is absent. Most postings are open for a limited time, depending upon the number of applications received. When the stated closing date is "Continuous", please apply immediately. The position may close without notice. Responsibilities and Duties (•Essential Functions) To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Assist Chief in providing day to day oversight of the police department Oversees the Clery Act Reporting Requirements, Statistics and Annual Security Reporting Assumes command responsibility for the department in the Chief's absence Oversees recruiting, training, background investigations of new hires along with submitting appropriate documentation to NC Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Division Oversees the Video Surveillance system, working collaboratively with the IT department, to maintain the system, ensure its operability and assist with obtaining any video footage pertaining to open investigations Oversees the Informacast Mass Notification system to ensure its operability in the event of emergencies at Wake Tech and test system monthly. Evaluates updates and new technology for the Informacast Mass Notification system utilized at Wake Tech. Assist the chief with review of construction/blueprint layout so fall new construction projects at Wake Tech. Meets with all project managers to ensure uniformity of life safety requirements across all of WTCC campuses to include video camera layout, door access and locking, and Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) concepts. Oversees and updates policy and procedures with guidance from NC Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Ensures policies are updated in compliance with any new General Statutes or changes to the existing General Statutes of the