Police Lieutenant

The Police Lieutenant will serve in either an operational or administrative capacity and will be responsible for planning, organizing, overseeing, and coordinating the daily activities of a designated entity within the Police Department. This may include but is not limited to, oversight of personnel that manages the daily department scheduling, oversight of the recruiting and hiring of new officers, SSPO and POST certification processing and academy enrollment.

• Assists the Deputy Chief in planning, directing, coordinating, and controlling Police Department operations.
• Coordinates the activities of sworn and non-sworn personnel in preserving order, protecting life and property, investigating crimes, and in enforcing laws as a shift commander.
• Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for assigned programs; recommends and administers policies and procedures.
• Monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; recommends, within departmental policy, appropriate service and staffing levels.
• Plans, directs, coordinates, and reviews the work plan for assigned staff; assigns work activities, reviews and evaluates work products, methods, and procedures; meets with staff to identify and resolve problems; evaluates performance and makes recommendations for personnel actions; motivates employees to achieve peak productivity and performance.
• Reviews police reports and logbooks to ascertain that information is recorded in conformance with regulations; determines the need for follow-up.
• Trains, motivates, and evaluates assigned personnel; provides or coordinates staff training; works with employees to correct deficiencies; enforces rules, regulations, departmental policies and procedures; and may conduct periodic audits or inspections; investigates complaints, misconduct, and policy violations.
• Makes timely notification to the Deputy Chief and/or Chief of Police of incidents of significance or of serious importance.
• Responds to major incidents reported to the Police Department and assumes the role of Incident Commander and follows the Incident Command System/Standardized Emergency Management System (ICS/SEMS) protocol; develop and implement appropriate advisory communication to the Holy Cross community as mandated by the Clery Act.
• Responds to and resolves difficult and sensitive inquiries and complaints; investigates complaints against employees; prepares reports and maintains administrative files.
• Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of law enforcement.
• Represents the organization at various community and/or business meetings, committees, and task forces; promotes existing and new programs and/or policies.
• Participates as a member of various committees, including departmental hiring and promotion, and may assist in developing and communicating departmental operating procedures.

• Knowledge of operations, services, and activities of a comprehensive campus law enforcement program.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of law enforcement administration, organization, and management.
• Knowledge of methods and techniques used in providing the full range of law enforcement and crime prevention services and activities including investigation and identification, patrol, traffic control, records management, care and custody of persons and property, and crime prevention.
• Effectively use and qualify with law enforcement tools and weapons including firearms, batons, defensive tactics, and other safety equipment.
• Operate specialized law enforcement equipment including specialized police vehicles, radios, and video systems.
• Meet the physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform the assigned duties.
• Act quickly and calmly in emergencies.
• Interpret, apply, and make decisions in accordance with applicable Federal, State, and local policies, laws, and regulations.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and furthering a welcoming work environment.

• Completed an MPTC Full-Time Police Academy and/or the authorized and approved equivalent.
• At least 3 years of increasingly responsible sworn law enforcement experience including administrative and supervisory experience at a level comparable to or above a Police Sergeant.
• Ability to obtain and maintain their Massachusetts Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) Certification.
• Ability to obtain and maintain their police powers as outlined in M.G.L. ch 22C; s 63 as a Special State Police Officer.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an active and unrestricted Class A Large Capacity License to Carry Firearms.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an active license to operate a motor vehicle.