Campus Police Lieutenant

The University of Washington Police Department (UWPD) has the exclusive responsibility to act upon law-enforcement matters and perform police functions for the Seattle Campus of the University of Washington, 24 hours a day. Police Officers at the UWPD respond to public calls for service within a very diverse community, providing community-oriented law enforcement services to the campus and nearby areas, enforcing state laws, city ordinances, and University regulations. Police Officers conduct criminal and traffic investigations, make arrests, prepare necessary documentation, and testify in court. Officers also provide for the safety and security of persons and property at University events and attend community meetings.

DCCS has an outstanding opportunity for a Campus Police Lieutenant. All qualified candidates are invited to participate in the selection process.

A UWPD Campus Police Lieutenant serves the University of Washington’s Seattle Campus in specialty positions to include overseeing a line police unit including police sergeants and directing special activities (such as training or large events such as football games). Incumbents have arrest powers and are required to be certified law enforcement officers under the regulations of the state.

Duties and Responsibilities include:

1. Oversee and coordinate the activities of patrol squads and sergeants in specialty positions;
2. Serve as Acting Deputy Chief in the absence of the DC;
3. Recommend procedures and methods to increase Department efficiency;
4. Assist in the development of programs;
5. Review Department records and reports; initiate corrective action when necessary to ensure compliance with the institutions regulations, local, state, and federal law; prepare Department reports as required;
6. Develop and direct Police Department training programs; review the effectiveness of the unit;
7. Plan, schedule, and assign staff to shifts and sections;
8. Participate in personnel processes; make recommendations on appointments, promotions, transfer, disciplinary actions, and discharges;
9. Perform other related duties as required.

Supervision Received

General direction is received from the Deputy Chief of Police.

Supervision Exercised

Operational and administrative direction is exercised over commissioned staff, and occasionally non-commissioned staff.

Requirements include:

• Two years of law enforcement experience or training in a supervisory capacity equivalent to Campus Police Sergeant; possession of a valid motor vehicle driver's license; no previous felony convictions.
• A bachelor’s degree in Police Science may substitute for one year of required experience.
• Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.

Additional requirements include:

• Must be a commissioned State of Washington law enforcement officer or have the ability to become commissioned within 12 months of employment.
• Knowledge of the principles and procedures of modern police science and administration.
• Knowledge of all applicable local, state, and federal laws and court decisions.
• Knowledge in research, developing and writing police policies.
• Ability to successfully communicate and work with citizens and coworkers with diverse backgrounds, goals, and agendas.
• Possess and demonstrate integrity and high personal standards of conduct.
• Ability to prepare and effectively present both oral and written information concerning the activities and operations within the department.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality on sensitive cases and/or projects.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, university officials, other governmental authorities, the media, and the public.
• Proficient in the use of computers, applicable software, emailing, and scheduling programs.
• Flexible and available to work evenings, weekends, holidays as needed.
• Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.

Conditions of Employment:

Expected to perform the following or it is a critical part of the position: Standing, sitting, walking, hand dexterity(keyboarding/repetitive movements), reading, writing, hand-eye coordination, hearing, talking, seeing (clear vision near and/or far), using the telephone, contact with general public, working alone.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

Working inside/outside and working flexible hours, as needed.

As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website,click here.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS

1. An application with Public Safety Testing
2. An application with UW Hires
3. An assessment center process through PST to include the following exercises: oral synopsis of written work, expectations presentation, in-basket, and critical thinking practical scenarios with a minimum 70% score for further consideration.
4. Those selected for further consideration will be invited to participate in the following:
5. An oral board with UWPD members

A comprehensive background investigation and psychological and medical exams, and drug screen will be required for non UWPD candidates.

Reapplication is permitted at any time, except for candidates disqualified for reasons of prior felony convictions or non-correctable selection.

Please note: It may take 2 to 4 months to successfully complete all phases of the selection process from Application to Official Offer of Employment.