What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patrol Operations Captain position at Providence College?
Providence College, a primarily undergraduate, liberal arts, Catholic institution of higher education conducted under the auspices of the Dominican Friars, seeks candidates who can affirm and contribute to its mission. The College is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment that supports all of its students, faculty, and staff. All members of the community share a responsibility for creating, maintaining, and developing a learning experience valuing differences and practicing inclusion. We invite applications from qualified individuals who possess the experience, knowledge, and commitment to work within a diverse learning environment. Women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Providence College is an equal opportunity employer. The College’s Non-Discrimination policy can be found here (Download PDF reader).
Overview
Duties and Responsibilities
- Oversee patrol operations for the Office of Public Safety, including procedures, reports, scheduling, training, complaints, crimes, accidents, and incidents occurring, reported, or observed on tour of duty in accordance with established policies and procedures, and ensure proper and comprehensive reports are prepared, and inspect same for thorough and required information for all patrol operations. (25%)
- Establish best practices for effective shift schedules, time keeping, details, leave requests, daily logs and overtime. (25%)
- Work closely with the payroll department to implement, monitor, and prepare supervisor and officer payroll. (20%)
- Prepare, draft, and revise policies and procedures to ensure proper compliance with college policies and procedures. Prepare a variety of correspondence, reports, procedures, and other written materials. (10)
- Serve as the Public Safety Training Coordinator responsible for researching, designing, and implementing all training for the Office of Public Safety. (10%)
- Oversee incident reports in CAD and RMS to ensure proper and comprehensive reports are prepared and inspect for thorough and required information in accordance with Clery guidelines. (10%)
MARGINAL DUTIES:
- Perform all other duties as may be required.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from an accredited institution required.
- Five to seven years of experience in law enforcement, Public Safety or security or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Intermediate experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to multi-task when dealing with duty schedules, training, and other first responder organizations.
- Ability to work in a team environment with diversity employees with Public Safety and other entities in the college.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Supplemental Information
- Sitting in a normal seated position for extended periods of time
- Reaching by extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction
- Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than with whole hand(s) or arm(s), for example, using a keyboard
- Communication skills using the spoken word
- Ability to see within normal parameters
- Ability to hear within normal range
- Ability to move about
DISCLAIMER: This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.
