What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lieutenant of Patrol Operations - Public Safety position at Duquesne University?
Lieutenant of Patrol Operations - Public Safety Salary:
Commensurate with experience POSITION SUMMARY: The Lieutenant of Patrol Operations within the Duquesne University Police
Department (DUPD) reports directly to the Captain. The Lieutenant is assigned
as the assisting commanding officer of patrol operations and may assume the
duties of the Captain in his/her absence and perform related functions in that
capacity. The DUPD Lieutenant
assists in providing strategic guidance on complex issues including DUPD
directives affecting operational policies, management of resources,
effectiveness /efficiency. The DUPD Lieutenant engages in
executive level problem-solving with the Chief of Police, D/Chief of Police,
and Captain. The DUPD Lieutenant develops and
maintains collaborative relationships with internal departments throughout the
campus, collaborating to achieve goals to ensure outcomes meet the needs of all
campus stakeholders. The DUPD Lieutenant serves as an executive representative
of the DUPD at campus meetings, conferences, committees, and other executive
level functions with both internal and external groups at the direction of the
Captain. The DUPD Lieutenant engages in
activities that promote the DUPD within the campus community and the law
enforcement profession. The DUPD Lieutenant is the assistant commanding
officer of the patrol division. The DUPD Lieutenant is responsible for
the following duties: inspecting and overseeing the functions of the Sergeants,
Corporals, OIC’s, Patrol Officers, and Detective to ensure compliance with the
DUPD policies, procedures, regulations, and standards. The DUPD lieutenant is responsible for
establishing and maintaining rapport to facilitate the DUPD’s functions and to
promote campus safety and community policing programs. The ideal candidate will be a highly
experienced, innovative, and engaging public safety law enforcement
professional who has a proven track record of embracing and cultivating a
culture of continual improvement, campus community engagement, and inclusion. Also,
the ideal candidate will be a collaborative, accountable leader with public
safety experience, strong interpersonal skills, and a core belief in service to
others. Competitive candidates will possess the
following attributes: Proven track record of success and a
commitment to equity and inclusion. Firm grasp of higher education public
safety and law enforcement methods. The willingness to adapt to evolving best standards
and practices in accordance with campus community needs and expectations. Ability to develop and maintain
positive relationships with all Duquesne University stakeholders. Exceptional communicator with the
ability to inspire credibility, campus public trust, and interact respectfully
with people from all backgrounds. Leads as a positive role model for
ethical behavior, transparency, dispute resolution, and problem-solving,
fostering a culture that values and respects all members of the public safety team
and the campus community. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Directs the activities of the Operations
Section which includes all patrol and criminal investigations. Provides
leadership in ensuring their assigned section conforms to the goals and mission
of the DUPD Oversees
Patrol Supervisors (Sergeants, Corporals, OIC, Detective, and Officers) Hold
supervisor monthly meetings and or as needed Hold
supervisor quarterly training and or as needed Oversee the
Detective (short term and long-term investigations, and background checks) Patrol
Schedules Overtime
detail staffing Special
Event Planning Liaison with
Pittsburgh Police Intel Unit Oversees
and if needed conduct shift briefings Oversee and
if needed conduct shift training Oversees
Patrol Operations campus wide Completes
performance evaluations (patrol operations) Chair the
DUPD awards board and recommend officers for awards Review and
approve the shift summary report Review and
completes patrol vehicle accident investigations summaries Discipline
(coaching, mentoring, counseling, implementation of employee improvement plans (EIP),
and issue progressive discipline) Assist the
DUPD Patrol Captain as needed and required Oversee the
FTO program Schedule
campus community outreach programs Serve as
the incident commander for athletic department basketball games Other duties as assigned WORK HOURS: The DUPD Lieutenant of Patrol Operations will be required to work a
flex schedule with normal work hours of 1200 to 2000 hours.
Benefits: Generous benefits include paid time off including holidays and
vacation, retirement match, and tuition remission for employee and
dependents. Details at www.duq.edu/benefits
Location: Public Safety
Position Status: Full-time
Hours: Varied
Position Number: 238113/10-1059
FLSA Status: Exempt
REQUIREMENTS: Minimum qualifications: Act 120 Municipal Officer
certification Minimum of four (4) years of law
enforcement experience and one (2) year of progressively responsible
supervisory, leadership, and management experience. Preferred
qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited institution. Professional training such as POSIT,
POLEX, FBI-LEEDA or similar program. Alternately, the successful candidate may possess any equivalent combination of
experience and training, which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities
required to perform the essential job functions. This includes, but is not
limited to, the following: Knowledge of federal, state and local
laws and post-secondary education regulations pertaining to crime and safety. Ability to work with various computer
systems and applications. Strong leadership skills. Capability of maintaining
confidentiality at all times. Strong organizational and supervisory
skills. Strong interpersonal/communication
skills. Demonstrated collaborative style of
leadership and decision-making. Experience with special event planning Experience with working in a union
environment In this capacity, the DUPD Operations
Section Lieutenant will assist the Captain and acts as a Commanding Officer in
the Captain’s absence. Specifically, the Operations Lieutenant ensures
appropriate and sufficient deployment of officers; responds to calls on campus;
patrols campus; reviews and ensures complete and accurate follow-up
investigations; and keeps the Captain informed of issues of concern within
his/her command. In addition, the Operations Lieutenant
performs administrative functions such as review and approval of police reports
in ARMS, response to incidents of a serious nature such as officer involved
shootings, use of force incidents, arrest of a student, faculty, or staff
member; serves as the liaison to the City of Pittsburgh Bureau of Police. The Operations Lieutenant will
supervise, mentor, and coach the Sergeants, Corporals, OICs, and Officers under
their command. The DUPD Operations Lieutenant will
ensure appropriate and timely training of subordinates; the inspection of
personnel, equipment and DUPD facilities to ensure compliance with DUPD
policies and procedures; conduct interviews of sworn and civilian personnel;
attend campus meetings to promote DUPD’s goals and missions and campus
community safety programs. In addition, the Patrol Lieutenant
will serve as the Duty Officer (off-hours) on a rotating schedule. The Patrol
Lieutenant will assume the responsibilities of the Captain in his/her absence. Commitment to the University’s values of diversity, equity and inclusion, and
recognition of the importance of treating each individual with dignity and
respect consistent with the University’s Mission. Demonstrated experience with, and understanding
of, the broad diversity of the University community (students, faculty, staff
and others) Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the
University Community Ability and willingness to contribute actively to the mission of the University
and to respect the Spiritan Catholic identity of Duquesne University. The
mission is implemented through a commitment to academic excellence, a spirit of
service, moral and spiritual values, sensitivity to world concerns, and an
ecumenical campus community. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information
for three professional references.
Catholic in its mission and ecumenical in spirit, Duquesne University values
equality of opportunity as an educational institution and as an employer. We
aspire to attract and sustain a diverse faculty and staff that reflects
contemporary society, serves our academic goals and enriches our campus
community. We particularly encourage applications from members of
underrepresented groups and support dual-career couples through our charter
membership in this
region's HERC (http://www.hercjobs.org/oh-western-pa-wv/).
We invite applicants for this position to learn more about our university and
its Spiritan heritage by visiting http://www.duq.edu/about/mission-and-identity/mission-statement.
Those invited to campus for an interview may be asked about ways in which they
see their talents contributing to the continued growth of our community and
furthering its mission.
Duquesne University was founded in 1878 by its sponsoring religious community,
the Congregation of the Holy Spirit. Duquesne University is Catholic in
mission and ecumenical in spirit. Motivated by its Catholic identity,
Duquesne values equality of opportunity both as an educational institution and
as an employer.
