Lieutenant

About the role

The Lieutenant is responsible for administrative and patrol functions of the Public Safety Department. They assume responsibility for the Department of Public Safety in the absence of the Executive Director (Chief) and Associate Director on an assigned shift.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Executive Director and Associate Director with the administration and management of the department.
• Represents the department at meetings and on University committees; serves as liaison to other University departments.
• Performs duties of a police officer as necessary and appropriate, including testifying at court or judicial affairs.
• Is responsible for assuring that crime scene processing equipment is available and replenished if necessary.
• Commands the second shift. Responsible for the direction and supervision of personnel to assure proper performance of duties and adherence to established rules, regulations, policies and procedures such as roll-call, staff inspections and departmental orders.
• Maintains discipline and morale.
• Investigates personnel complaints as required; maintains current knowledge and application of all provisions of the union agreement.
• Keeps abreast of the law and all applicable changes in departmental rules, local, state and federal laws and regulations that affect police operations and the civil rights of the public.
• Implements, administers and evaluates all approved practices, including checking equipment and facility for operational effectiveness on the assigned shift.
• Oversees investigations of all crime on campus during their shift or when assigned from another shift and takes all necessary actions as appropriate.
• Provides community education in crime prevention and safety practices.
• Maintains an effective working relationship with other law enforcement agencies as well as Residence Directors on campus.
• Maintains departmental records as assigned (traffic, criminal, lost and found, overtime).
• Assists with police and ISO recruitment to assure compliance with procedures and to establish pools of qualified applicants.
• Reviews and approves officer's reports and checks the daily log.
• Understands, is committed to, and implements University and departmental affirmative action and non-discriminatory regulations, policies, and principles as appropriate.
• Responsible for the Student Security Unit. This includes the hiring and supervision of Unit members, disciplining of Unit members. The Lieutenant is also responsible for assisting the Chief in the development and implementation of policies for the Unit.
• Implements special projects as assigned by the Executive Director.
• Testifies at Court and Student Conduct Proceedings as needed.

Requirements

• At least three years full-time experience on a campus law enforcement department or other equivalent police force.
• A bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related field from a four-year institution.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of state law, rules, regulations and ability to interpret new laws, rules and regulations correctly and accurately is required.
• Appointees must be eligible for appointment as a Special State Police Officer under Chapter 22Cs 63 of the Massachusetts General Laws.
• Possession of a current motor vehicle operator's license is required.
• Ability to gain and maintain MA POST certification.
• Ability to gain and maintain MA MPTC qualifications.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a MA License to Carry (LTC) a firearm.

Qualifications

• At least three years full-time experience on a campus law enforcement department or other equivalent police force.
• A bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related field from a four-year institution.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of state law, rules, regulations and ability to interpret new laws, rules and regulations correctly and accurately is required.
• Appointees must be eligible for appointment as a Special State Police Officer under Chapter 22Cs 63 of the Massachusetts General Laws.
• Possession of a current motor vehicle operator's license is required.
• Ability to gain and maintain MA POST certification.
• Ability to gain and maintain MA MPTC qualifications.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a MA License to Carry (LTC) a firearm.

Additional Information

Salary: Salaries for current Westfield State University employees and individuals currently working for the state of Massachusetts must be calculated individually in accordance with collective bargaining agreements as well as state policies. State job specifications may be found on the https://www.mass.edu/forfacstaff/classificationspecs/home.asp.

Employee Benefits: Benefits are an important component of an employee's total compensation package. • Health Insurance: Westfield State offers a variety of HMO, POS, and PPO-type health insurance plans for eligible employees. Coverage is effective on the 1st of the month following the date of hire. Exceptions to employees hired on the 1st of the month, coverage is effective immediately.• Retirement: the MA State Employee Retirement System provides eligible employees with a retirement pension following a 10-year vesting period. In lieu of the retirement pension, eligible employees may select the Optional Retirement Plan with a maximum 5% employer matching contribution.• Tuition Waivers & Discounts: eligible employees, including spouses and dependent children, receive reduced tuition at MA state colleges, community colleges, and universities.• Paid Time Off: employees receive 12 paid holidays and generous vacation, personal, and sick leave benefits.• Additional information regarding employee benefits is available on the University's https://westfield.ma.edu/offices/hr-titleix-eo/benefits-wellness.

Disability Accommodations

Westfield State University is committed to the full inclusion of individuals with disabilities and will ensure the availability of reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at (413) 572-8809 or visit us in the Horace Mann Building, 1st floor.

Background Check

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion and review of a background check. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify an applicant from consideration. To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/7270211.