Inspector, University Police

About the role

The Inspector conducts, supervises, and manages investigations of campus-related criminal misconduct and/or violations of campus policy. The role ensures complete, accurate, and thorough investigations using current technology, recognized best practices, proper evidence collection, analysis, security, storage, and disposal to maintain case integrity and provide victim resources. The Inspector also assists with records management, reporting and recording systems, department technology, training, and Clery compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee investigations utilizing current technology, best practices, evidence collection, analysis, security, storage, and disposal to ensure case integrity and appropriate victim resources.
• Assist with records management, reporting and recording systems, department technology, training, and Clery compliance.
• Analyze data to identify crime trends or crime-sensitive locations in collaboration with University Police administration.
• Serve as a liaison with law enforcement partners, the Title IX Coordinator, and the District Attorney’s Office.
• Supervise department members regarding investigations, community policing, crime prevention, specialized units, and emergency situations.
• Perform specialized assignments as directed by the Chief of Police to fulfill the department’s mission.
• In the absence of the Chief, serve as the highest-ranking member of the department and oversee overall operations.

Work environment

The University Police Department (UPD) provides law enforcement services to protect the safety and well-being of students, faculty, staff, and visitors. UPD is part of the Enrollment and Student Success division, which supports the student experience from admission through graduation and promotes health, safety, and well-being across the university community.

As SUNY Plattsburgh is an institution delivering high-quality educational experiences to a diverse learner population, the successful candidate must demonstrate an understanding of and sensitivity to diversity, inclusion, and equity-minded policies, programs, and practices.