Police Lieutenant

OverviewThe George Washington University Police Department is seeking highly motivated individuals for the position of Police Lieutenant. Reporting to the Operations Captain, the Police Lieutenant serves as the primary manager, providing administrative and operational oversight for their assigned shift within GW Police Department. The Lieutenant is an integral part of the leadership team that manages all public safety functions for the University. This role oversees shift deployment planning, incident and crisis issues, supervisory and line training and scheduling. The Lieutenant also plays a vital role in recruitment and hiring, developing goals for ongoing guidance, training in supervision, leadership, personnel evaluation, and tactical response, and establishing an emphasis on campus and community engagement for an increased community policing focus. Plans, organizes, and directs activities of the operational areas for which they are responsible. This is a university management position that involves leading a work unit, supervising staff, making hiring decisions, providing coaching and mentoring, managing performance, and determining future staffing needs.Primary Responsibilities include:Establishes policies and procedures, develops goals, objectives, and assesses program efficiency and effectiveness.Manages the employee evaluation process and provides effective leadership to staff members within the operational areas for which they are assigned to.Administers discipline, recognizes commendable employee actions, and provides supervision and leadership for department operations that promote excellent customer service, community policing, high morale, and a professional image.Prepares and maintains a variety of narrative and statistical reports, records, and files related to campus safety programs and activities for submission to federal, state, and local agencies.Serves as the Incident Commander during major criminal incidents, natural and man-made disasters, demonstrations, or special events.Works closely with the campus and surrounding community on issues affecting public safety.Serves as a liaison with surrounding law enforcement agencies, local police, government officials, community leaders, commissions, multi-agency workgroups, and advises campus administration on law enforcement and public safety municates and/or meets with the public to address complaints and safety issues; monitors and ensures appropriate follow up on community concerns.Provides on-scene presence, review, and approval of written reports and Patrol assignments, functions as shift supervisor, responsible for oversight in departmental field activities during an assigned shift.Conducts fleet vehicle crash investigations when departmental vehicles are involved.Supervises basic crime scene investigations, which includes evidence collection, interviews and police related searches; reviews and approves written reports prior to submission to Investigations unit.Supervises the apprehension, arrests and reviews charges filed on suspects when appropriate.Testifies in court or administrative hearings concerning violations or offenses.Reviews body-worn and in-car camera video associated with incident reports prior to approving reports to ensure compliance with department policy.May assume all the responsibilities of the Operations Captain to include oversight, leadership, and administration of the Police in the absence of the Captain.May perform the traditional uniform duties of a police officer when necessary, and may be required to work weekends, holidays, and/or after normal business hours.Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.Minimum QualificationsQualified candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 6 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Master's degree or higher in a relevant area of study plus 4 years of relevant professional experience. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum QualificationsMust be able to possess and maintain a District of Columbia Special Police Commission and meet the prescribed requirements and qualifications associated with commission to include firearms and other weapon systems.Prior to employment, the final candidate will need to successfully complete a physical, drug screen and mental examination, which has been approved by the GW Police Department.Must have completed an accredited state or federal law enforcement training academy to include the District of Columbia.Must have a valid driver's license and be eligible to drive GW vehicles as per University Policy for entire duration of employment within this role.Proof of U.S. citizenship and at least 21 years of age as required by the MPD, SOMB.Maintain proficiency with firearms and police equipment and weaponry throughout the duration of employment.Must be available to work rotating shifts.Preferred QualificationsExcellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.Proficient knowledge of criminal law, rules, and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act Experience in a University or comparable non-profit environment is preferred.PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICSThis position requires an individual with the following characteristics:Commitment to GW's valuesIntellectual, professional and a person of integrityHonest, with the highest ethical standardsPassionate, collaborative, strategic, and smart with a hands-on, roll-up-the-sleeves orientationAbility to work independently. Self-starter; hard-worker. Takes the initiative; very high energyPersonally accountable. Assumes ownership, control, and accountability for all areas of responsibility and commitments made to othersSincere, open, and direct communicator. Puts organizational interests above self-interests and is comfortable expressing candid opinionsHighest levels of responsivenessCombination of strong intellect that is combined with a practical and realistic common sense understanding of how to get things doneAbility to demonstrate initiative, a strong desire to succeed and exert the extraordinary effort often requiredAbility to work in a fast-paced, high growth, entrepreneurial environmentAbility to work with faculty and staff in a respectful wayEstablish trust and credibility with institutional leadership and across the UniversitySeeks "win-win" solutions to help foster continued integration and collaborationFlexible and receptive to changeA positive "can-do" attitudeHiring Range$82,689.32 - $111,583.60GW Staff Approach to PayHow is pay for new employees determined at GW?Healthcare BenefitsGW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit DetailsCampus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.College/School/Department: Division of Safety and OperationFamily: Safety and FacilitiesSub-Family: Campus Police - AdministrativeStream: ManagementLevel: Level 2Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-TimeHours Per Week: 40Work Schedule: 4 day, 10 hour work week. Shifts may rotate. Some mandatory overtime required for shift coverage, special events, and/or emergency incidentsWill this job require the employee to work on site? YesEmployee Onsite Status Essential onsiteTelework: NoRequired Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry SearchSpecial Instructions to Applicants:If applicable, please attach your Federal Law Enforcement Training Center Certification (FLETC) or Police Officer Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) police training academy certificate in the other documents section, along with your resume and cover pensation is commensurate with experience.Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa ternal Applicants Only? NoPosting Number: S013826Job Open Date: 09/09/2025Job Close Date:Background Screening: Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.EEO Statement:The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17