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Tennessee State University
Police Commander
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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.
$81,598 / year median in Tennessee
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Police Commander Tennessee State University - 4.0 Nashville, TN Job Details Full-time 13 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Academic institution experience Driver's License Experience at colleges/universities University experience Full Job Description Position Information Position Title Police Commander Division VP and Chief Operating Officer Department TSU Police Dept Number of hours per week 37.5 Days to be worked Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday Months per year Fiscal (12 months) If modified, list months Job Type Full-Time Campus Avon Williams / Main Campus If other location, please indicate Position Number 009190 Advertised Salary Commensurate with education and experience Pay Basis Monthly Job Description Tennessee State University Police Department invites applications for the role of Police Commander. Position Summary Responsible for planning, supervising, and coordinating activities of a major section of the Police Department. Essential Job Functions Performs various administrative duties within the assigned command. Plans, organizes, controls, and evaluates staff and resources assigned to the respective command/section. Assists in the development of departmental policies and procedures. Coordinates activities of the command and sections of the Police Department, governmental agencies, and other departments. Develops and maintains effective systems of incident record keeping. Interacts with campus and community organizations representing the Police Department on various committees. Recommends comprehensive goals and objectives and is responsible for their implementation and results achieved. Supervises various police department workers. Assists the Deputy and/or Chief of Police in daily matters. Attends meetings with Public officials and citizen groups to enlist the cooperation of the public within the university and to explain police functions. Prepares and transmits communications, instructions, and policies to subordinates. Administers personnel policies in force and makes recommendations for disciplinary action. Organizes, coordinates, and directs all police functions within the assigned command. Coordinates and prepares various studies and reports. Performs additional job-related duties as assigned or as appropriate. Required Qualifications At least one year in the rank of Captain or higher with experience in a higher education environment. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree preferred; from an accredited university, however, extended experience will substitute.