Patrol Services Lieutenant - Police Department Denton

TITLE

Patrol Services Lieutenant

JOB SUMMARY

Performs administrative and supervisory work for the Police Department. Responsible for the direction, planning, organization, staffing, training and control of the department patrol division. Work is performed under the direct command of the Police Captain and Chief of Police and performance evaluation is based upon completion of assignments and results obtained. The performance evaluation is conducted through the performance evaluation system and in accordance with the University Policies & Procedures.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to: Police Captain and/or Chief of Police

Supervises: Sergeant, Corporal, Officer, Guard Supervisor, Guard

ESSENTIAL DUTIES - May include, but not limited to the following:

1. Supervises the work of sworn officers and guard personnel; ensures the scheduling of duty assignments to ensure minimum staffing and appropriate coverage; monitors personnel at work to ensure operations are conducted in accordance with departmental policies; ensures officers, guards and supervisors are properly trained; reviews and evaluates officer, guard and supervisor performance; approves all leave requests of their assigned personnel.
2. Manages special event assignments, meeting with campus groups such as Conference Services and Athletics to determine department involvement based on established standards, coordinates personnel for special event assignments.
3. Assists the Police Chief and Police Captain in developing long range goals and objectives; ensures goals and objectives are met; maintains a comprehensive knowledge of department rules, regulations, policies, and procedures to ensure assigned personnel comply; interprets same for subordinates when necessary.
4. Provides tactical planning for large scale or publicly sensitive events including staffing, equipment needs and investigation plans. Coordinates with other area agencies when necessary.
5. Examines reports submitted by department personnel for accuracy, completeness, and conformity with current department policies and procedures.
6. Evaluates officers' arrests to determine if a subject should be detained or jailed and to ensure compliance with all Texas state legislation and department policies.
7. Reviews body worn and fleet camera video to ensure compliance with department policies.
8. Assists Clery Compliance Coordinator/Accreditation Manager with Uniform Crime Reporting issues and developing new policies for accreditation.
9. Coordinates and provides data to supplier for completion of the annual racial profiling report.
10. Supervises the preparation and ensures the accuracy and completeness of daily, special, and periodic reports.
11. Assists the Police Chief in preparing and implementing policy and procedure changes when necessary to improve efficiency and operation of the division.
12. Ensures subordinate personnel are fit for duty; instructs and advises personnel in their work and in practices and procedures to be followed; implements disciplinary action as needed.
13. Evaluates employee's performance; reviews daily incident reports to evaluate officers' performance and determine crime trends; and develops strategies for dealing with specific crime problems.
14. Works with Training Coordinator to develop training goals for patrol staff and the department. Requests refresher training when needed.
15. Establishes lines of communication within the department, within the university, as well as outside departments and agencies as required to maintain an effective working relationship to better serve the community.
16. Maintains the department's Fleet to include routine preventive maintenance and ensures a state of readiness on all assigned vehicles.
17. Maintains supplies for Patrol Division to ensure staff has proper supplies for a state of readiness.
18. Serves in the role of Quartermaster for the department. Receives requests, ensures officers have proper uniforms and duty gear.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Performs other duties as requested.

EDUCATION

Bachelor's Degree required, preferably in Criminal Justice. Document successful completion of Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Master Police Officer Proficiency Certification, Field Training Officer Certification, Instructor, and First Line Supervisor Certification.

EXERIENCE

Seven years' law enforcement experience required, including experience in Patrol supervision as well as experience in Major Crimes, Internal Affairs and/or Crime Scene Investigation roles.

REQUIREMENT

Regular and reliable attendance at the University during regular scheduled days and work hours is an essential function of this position. Must be willing to work shifts as needed.

All employees share the responsibility of maintaining information security and privacy requirements within the university by adhering to Federal and State regulations, and TWU Policies & Procedures.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES - The following are essential:

• Working knowledge of law enforcement procedures, Texas traffic and criminal laws, safety rules, and the courts system.
• Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives, and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of departmental policies.
• Ability to integrate resources, policies, and information for the determination of procedures, solutions, and other outcomes.
• Ability to plan and allocate the workload of employees, providing direct training and supervision as needed.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with other employees, the public, and representatives of outside agencies.
• Knowledge of general administration, record keeping systems, personnel administration, budgeting procedures, and media relations.
• Ability to react calmly and to perform physically strenuous activity in emergency situations.
• Knowledge of management methods and ability to provide administrative guidance and provide direct training and supervision as needed.
• Ability to apply budgeting and fiscal planning techniques within financial constraints.
• Ability to communicate effectively - orally, by phone, in person, and in writing.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations in a timely manner.
• Ability to use a personal computer and other office equipment, including related university software and email.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described in the Essential Duties and below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

The employee may be required to travel. The employee must have the ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

All employees are responsible for maintaining an environment that is free from discrimination, intimidation, harassment, including sexual harassment. Work is performed indoors and/or outdoors. The noise level is usually moderate to loud.

SAFETY

TWU promotes a safe working environment. Employees are responsible for completing assigned tasks safely and efficiently, and supervisors are responsible for creating and maintaining a safe work environment. Employees must report any unsafe work conditions or practices, as well as any near-miss incidents, to their supervisor and Risk Management. Supervisors and employees should ensure that injury/accident reports are submitted to the Office of Human Resources and Risk Management within 24 hours of the incident.

he job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Texas Woman's University strives to provide an educational environment that affirms the rights and dignity of each individual, fosters diversity, and encourages a respect for the differences among persons. Discrimination or harassment of any kind is considered inappropriate.

Texas Woman's University is committed to equal opportunity in employment and education and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, ethnic origin, age, veteran's status, or against qualified disabled persons.

All positions at Texas Woman's University are deemed security sensitive requiring background checks.

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