Chief of Police

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Work type:Management (MPP)
Location:Channel Islands
Categories:MPP, Administrative, At-Will, Full Time, On-site (work in-person at business location)

Public Safety

Administrator III

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES: 

The Chief of Police provides leadership and management oversight for the total endeavor of the Public Safety Unit, including planning, organizing, and directing operations to provide: (1) an effective, comprehensive, 24-hour, professional law enforcement agency that is highly attuned to the values of diversity, equity, inclusivity, and accessibility and responsive to the needs of a diverse campus community; (2) a proactive, effective, and efficient environmental health and safety program, and (3) a full-service transportation and parking  program. The Chief of Police formulates departmental policies and procedures, monitors implementation, and establishes programs and procedures to effectively enforce all federal, state, and local laws as well as CSU and CSUCI rules and regulation as they relate to law enforcement. The Chief of Police is responsible for the short and long-term planning of the University Police Department, including establishment and implementation of Department goals and objectives, policies and procedures, effective allocation of personnel, and liaising with other law enforcement and public agencies – in consultation with, and in administrative support to, members of the campus community. This critically important campus leadership position is responsible for providing anticipatory educational programming for public safety, effective prevention approaches, strong community relations, and sensitive responses to a university community of approximately 5,000 students; an employee population of approximately 1100 faculty, staff, and administrators; and the growing residential community which borders the campus and is home to approximately 4,000 residents, many of whom are CSUCI employees and students.

The Chief of Police is responsible for the management, supervision, planning, and directing of the staff and operations of the Public Safety Unit, which includes managing the recruitment, hiring, training, and evaluation of all department personnel; directing and overseeing the investigation of serious crimes; directing and overseeing internal affairs and administrative investigations; preparing, administering, and monitoring the annual department budget, including both short- and long-range budgetary planning to effectively meet the needs of the department and the University. The Chief provides support to Human Resources Programs and campus legal counsel in matters related to risk management, civil liability, labor relations, and sensitive personnel issues. The Chief is responsible for the following administrative and coordinative areas:

General Law Enforcement : The Chief of Police is responsible for directing and overseeing University Police functions at CSUCI, which include uniform patrol, crime prevention, suppression, investigations, apprehension of violators, and presentation in court; ensuring that police personnel appropriately respond to routine calls for service and reports of criminal or suspicious activities; and providing public safety and law enforcement supports as needed in other circumstances, such as public protests and demonstrations. The Chief oversees event security, crowd control, and traffic control at campus events.

Transportation and Parking Services : The Chief of Police is responsible for the direction, administration, and coordination of activities for Transportation & Parking Services (TPS) to ensure efficient, safe, and economical operation. Including, but not limited to, strategic leadership to ensure that service delivery, planning, scheduling, financial management, budget, employee relations, labor relations, marketing, public relations, transit routing, legal, and facility needs are met; ensuring capital requirements are met for both parking and transportation needs; and to ensure effective policies and procedures are in place, evaluating these and making recommendations for improvement. The Chief must work with local government and transportation officials regarding service linkages between area transit operations and University operations; create and present proposed operating and capital budgets for review and approval; determine parking permit requirements, fee structures, and long-term parking needs for the University, including planning for capital expenses.

Communications and Records Unit : The Chief of Police is responsible for the administration, supervision, and security maintenance of all confidential police records in accordance with applicable laws and records retention policies of the CSU. Additionally, the Chief of Police is responsible for the administration of the CSUCI Police Communications Center including compliance with all rules and regulations associated with being a designated 9-1-1 Public Safety Access Point (PSAP).

Fire Control : University Police continuously monitor fire alarm panels in the Communications Center as well as the monitoring of the physical condition of outside "pull boxes" and alarm stations located in the University buildings. Public Safety reports equipment malfunctions to Facilities Services and remains in direct communication with the Ventura County Fire Department. The Chief of Police coordinates the efforts of the training and execution of evacuation procedures for buildings and the general evacuation plan for all university buildings and campus adjacent residential community.

Emergency Management : The Chief of Police is responsible for monitoring a 24-hour emergency communication system. The Chief is part of the Executive Council in a disaster and serves as Director of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) when the EOC is activated by the President of CSUCI. The Chief meets with other managers to discuss and plan for any eventualities such as earthquakes, fires, riots, active shooters, bomb incidents, hazardous materials incidents, and other issues affecting health and safety on campus. The Chief is responsible for campus evacuation exercises, instituting operational emergency procedures and maintaining and updating the Campus Emergency Management Plan.

Crime Prevention and Violence Prevention Programs : The Chief of Police will make certain that quality of life and the health and welfare of the campus population is maintained through the continued development and administration of safety and security programs that are responsive to the unique needs of the CSUCI community. These responsibilities include oversight of and participation in campus violence prevention programs including presentations and other informational offerings to the campus community (i.e., Active Shooter Education, Sexual Assault Prevention, Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention, and Workplace Violence, etc.). The Chief of Police or designee serves on the Behavioral Intervention Team.

Budget : The Chief of Police is responsible for the development, control, and implementation of the annual budget for Public Safety; analyses of departmental plans and resources; and timely submission of budgetary and other financial information.

Community Relations : The Chief of Police is responsible for establishing and maintaining close and meaningful relationships with all stakeholders to ensure that the department provides outstanding customer service and comprehensive, responsive services to the campus community. The Chief shall have excellent communications skills and must be viewed as open, accessible, and fully approachable by University management, faculty, students, staff, and the public. In particular, the Chief works closely with the Director of Counseling & Psychological Services to ensure that police response to mental health crises are trauma-informed and following contemporary best practices in this sensitive area of public safety work.

Interagency Liaison : The Chief of Police coordinates and acts as liaison with all criminal justice agencies, including but not limited to State, County, and Municipal law enforcement agencies, the District Attorney's Office and county courts in criminal matters, and other CSU police departments.

Media Relations : The Chief of Police serves as the Department's primary spokesperson to the news media and external organizations regarding Public Safety issues and activities. In this capacity, the Chief works closely with the AVP for Communication & Public Relations and the Office of the President.

Committees : The Chief of Police will ensure that Public Safety has an active role in the activities of the Campus Safety Committee. The Chief will work in partnership with the Director of Environmental Health & Safety to coordinate the activities of the two departments. The Chief serves on the University Police Advisory Committees as well as other campus and local committees and advisory groups as needed.

Performs additional related duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION: 

Education : Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or closely related field required; master’s degree preferred.

Experience :

• At least 10 years of progressively responsible law enforcement experience required; law enforcement experience within a higher education setting is highly preferred.
• At least four years of law enforcement management and administrative responsibility at the command level (lieutenant or above).
• Possession of a current POST Basic Certificate or the ability to obtain a Basic Certificate within one year.
• Possession of a POST Supervisory Certificate or the ability to qualify/obtain this certificate within one year of appointment required.
• Possession of a POST Management Certificate is preferred, as is completion of the California POST Command College, FBI National Academy, or similar executive leadership institute.

Other Knowledge/Skills : Experience complying with the Jeanne Clery Act and participating on a behavioral intervention or threat assessment team. Knowledge relating to California emergency management regulations and practices. Experience with the administration of parking and transportation services. Excellent oral and written communication skills including the ability to write policies, procedures, and professional business correspondence, manuals, and reports. Knowledgeable about computers and competent in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite. Must be organized and possess problem-solving skills; have the ability to be flexible and use diplomacy; work collaboratively with various groups with different cultural and ethnic backgrounds; analyze and interpret legal statutes and procedure manuals; possess a thorough knowledge of law enforcement practices, criminal and special investigation practices, and sound management practices as they pertain to a university environment; possess a thorough knowledge of training methods, budget and personnel procedures; the ability to serve multiple constituencies in a university setting; assess law enforcement and other hazardous situations and determine appropriate course of action; maintain a calm, courteous, and objective attitude in all situations; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others; relate to and gain confidence and cooperation of members of the campus and local communities. Must be responsible to after-hours calls from coworkers and other colleagues. Must possess a valid California Driver’s License be lawfully authorized to carry a firearm.

Takes an active role in helping to embed the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of university work, in every division, and participate at least once annually in professional and/or leadership development opportunities that will contribute to campus efforts to advance racial and social justice in and through education at CSUCI and beyond.

The person holding this position is considered a Campus Security Authority as defined by the Jeanne Clery Campus Security Act while functioning as a manager and in this role and must provide reports regarding Clery crimes about which they become aware to the designated campus authority. However, CSA reporting requirements do not apply when providing clinical services.

A law enforcement background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with seeking and/or securing accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation of Law Enforcement Agencies.
• Active membership in the International Association of Chiefs of Police and/or International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Professionals.
• Proven understanding and commitment to practices embedded in the 21st Century Policing model.

Hiring Range: $14,583 - $15,417 per month

Advertised:March 08, 2024 (9:00 AM) Pacific Standard Time
Applications close:Open Until Filled