Chief of Police

Position Definition

Under direction of the Executive Vice Chancellor, Administrative Services, the Chief of Police plans, organizes, coordinates and directs the District Police Safety Services operation; inspects, monitors, reviews and audits the Police Safety Services functions and activities; serves as a resource to college and District personnel regarding security and police safety service procedures; serves as a liaison to other public safety organizations; and performs other related functions as directed. This position may be required to provide day-to-day supervision at a college campus, attend college management meetings, and periodically meet with the college Presidents to discuss policies and procedures. Distinguishing Characteristics N/A Examples of Duties/Essential Functions Duties/essential functions may include, but not be limited to, the following:
Plans, organizes, coordinates and directs the District Police Safety Services operation, including the determination of operational policies, guidelines, priorities, and the approval of scheduling and control of ongoing operational functions.
Coordinates and plans activities for emergency preparedness, prevention, response, recovery, and mitigation throughout the District.
Continually reviews legislative change and legal mandate implementation to ensure District compliance.
Plans, organizes, develops and implements operational procedures to ensure adherence to a cost effective and cost beneficial operational mode, and to ensure that appropriate quality control and performance standards are maintained.
Plans, organizes and supervises the development and maintenance of mid- and long-range planning programs, including implementation and maintenance of a systematic data management, storage and retrieval system.
Plans, organizes and supervises a program of inspection and review of operational facilities and equipment to ensure that potential safety hazards are corrected and prevented.
Reviews, approves, requisitions and orders Police Safety Services operational supplies, materials and equipment.
Plans, organizes, and participates in the budget planning process, and develops and implements an expenditure control process.
Counsels and advises college personnel regarding facility security, parking regulations and Police Safety Services related problems and concerns.
Assists in the development of policies and procedures pertaining to the District Police Safety Services operations, as well as provides communication forums for interior and exterior stakeholders.
Assists subordinate personnel in resolving complex and unusual Police Safety Services related problems and concerns.
Evaluates the performance of supervisory Police Safety Services personnel, including the use of motivational strategies and techniques to ensure improved performance. Minimum Qualification-Education/Experience EXPERIENCE:
Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in law enforcement, including two (2) years in a command position of lieutenant or higher.

EDUCATION:
Bachelor of Arts or higher degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Police Science, Public Administration or closely related field. Minimum Qualification-Knowledge Of Principles, methods, techniques and strategies pertaining to a comprehensive District Police Safety Services operation.
Equipment, materials and supplies commonly utilized in a Police Services operation.
Legal mandates, policies, regulations and operational procedures pertaining to a community college Police Services operation.
Practices, procedures, techniques and strategies for determining operational effectiveness.
Police Services operational safety standards and law enforcement standards of conduct and ethics. Minimum Qualification-Skill To N/A Minimum Qualification-Ability To Effectively and efficiently plan, organize and supervise the functions and activities of a comprehensive District Police Safety Services program.
Plan, organize, assign, direct, and evaluate the functions and activities of a college police service organization.
Accurately estimate operational time requirements and determine work performance standards.
Plan, organize, establish and maintain an effective and efficient data management, storage and retrieval system.
Communicate effectively in oral and written form.
Understand and carry out oral and written directions with minimal accountability controls.
Demonstrate understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, politics, philosophy, disability, and religious background of all students, faculty and staff.
Establish and maintain effective organizational human relationships. Desirable Qualifications 1. A Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Police Science, Public Administration, Sociology, Criminal Justice, or closely related field.
2. Possess a POST executive certificate
3. Successful completion of the command college or academy programs
4. Experience in college or university law enforcement at the command officer level
5. Experience in police service training processes
6. Experience in community policing with diverse population groups
7. Principles and practices of leadership, motivation, team building and conflict resolution
8. Budget development and management
9. Ability to successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment. Job Open Date: 05/17/2024 Job Close Date: 06/28/2024 Open Until Filled No Foreign Degree and Credit Statement: In accordance with the Human Resources Procedure , all foreign degrees and credits used to meet the minimum qualifications must be evaluated by an approved National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) agency prior to the implementation of the equivalency process. You must upload your evaluation with your application when you apply for this position to be considered. We cannot accept foreign degree evaluations after the closing date. The candidate bears all responsibility and costs associated with obtaining the evaluation. Employee Benefits: Insurance: The District offers health, vision, dental and life insurance for monthly classified employees and managers/supervisors and their eligible dependents. Monthly classified employees and managers/supervisors covered by another health medical plan may waive District coverage and receive a monthly cash stipend.

Retirement: Most employees are members of the PERS (Public Employees Retirement System). Faculty employees and Academic Managers are members of the STRS (State Teachers Retirement System). Police Service employees are members of Safety Public Employees Retirement System.

Deferred Compensation: The District offers two optional deferred compensation plans. Eligible employees have a choice of the 457, 403b plans and a selection of savings and investment options.

Leave Allowance: The District offers monthly eligible classified employees and managers/supervisors a generous vacation and sick leave benefits as well as 20 paid holidays annually (which can vary based on length of winter break).

Additional Benefits: The District also offers monthly eligible classified employees and managers/supervisors educational reimbursements, employee assistance programs, a travel assistance plan, longevity compensation, retiree benefits, employee discounts on health memberships and a comprehensive wellness program.

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