Senior Lieutenant

American University•Washington, DC

1d•$43 - $47•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Lieutenant is a sworn, commissioned University Special Police Officer, serving as the deputy commander of police operations in the American University Police Department (AUPD). They will have direct oversight of one of the patrol shifts (assigned based on operational need) as well as Patrol Operations, Police Communications, Crime Prevention, and Special Events. The Senior Lieutenant not only supervises a patrol shift, but also oversees the communications unit with the assistance of a Communications Sergeant. The incumbent will also conduct research and write policies and standard operating procedures within their assigned areas of responsibility. In the absence of the Police Captain, is responsible for proving administrative and operational oversight for the police operations unit.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
5 - 8 years of relevant experience.
Demonstrated supervisory experience.
Must be a US Citizen.
Must have excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to interact with a diverse population.
Must have demonstrated experience writing and implementing policy.
Must be able to quickly evaluate critical situations and determine the appropriate response, as demonstrated through past law enforcement experience.
Demonstrated experience in the utilization of modern law enforcement management strategies, operational and investigative techniques, and technological tools.
Must be able to possess and maintain a University Special Police Officer Commission or equivalent.
Successful completion of medical and psychiatric examinations.
Successful completion of initial, annual, and random drug screens.
Must possess and maintain a permanent driver’s license.
Must be able to obtain and maintain the University’s approval to drive University vehicles.
Must be able to maintain and possess certification from a recognized law enforcement training academy.
Must be able to maintain and possess all certifications that are required for uniformed officers.
Must have comprehensive knowledge of the laws of arrest, search, and seizure.
Must maintain training certification.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience as a sworn, uniformed supervisor in a law enforcement agency.
Prior experience in a university policing environment, with demonstrated experience coordinating programs with other university entities, such as campus life.
Comprehensive knowledge of community policing techniques (obtained via experience, education, and training), especially as it pertains to the university environment.
Knowledge of criminal law and procedure of the District of Columbia.