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Chief of Police
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Position Number: 5810644
Location: Columbus, GA
Position Type: Campus Safety and Police

Chief of Police

Job ID: 279456
Location: Columbus State University
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Great universities inspire the very best in us. They nurture new ideas, fresh perspectives, and creative problem-solving. They challenge students to discover their passions - and to turn those passions into thriving careers that improve our world.

Columbus State University is exactly that kind of place. With exceptional facilities, ideal class sizes, and unique field experiences, our students have room to create. Here, every faculty and staff member is part of the educational process, actively mentoring students and championing each new step in their journey.

Located just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, CSU is part of the University System of Georgia and offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees. Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays (if applicable). Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!

Department Information

Division: Student Affairs

Department: University Police

Job Summary

The Chief of Police for Columbus State University reports to the Vice President of Student Affairs. As the senior law enforcement officer for the university, the chief is responsible for the overall leadership, strategic planning, and management of the University Police Department. The department has a staff of 33 employees comprised of twenty-eight sworn officers and 5 administrative staff. The department is made up of administration, patrol, investigations, security/technology, and emergency management. The agency operates twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. This position has been designated as a Campus Security Authority.

What is a Campus Security Authority (CSA)?

The law defines a CSA as: "An official of an institution who has significant responsibility for student and campus activities, including, but not limited to, student housing, student discipline, and campus judicial proceedings."

Responsibilities

Significant Duties & Responsibilities include: Establish vision and goals for the department, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and priorities (20%).; Works towards funding for objectives (10%).; Ensure required training requirements such as POST are maintained (10%).; Ensure federal reporting guidelines such as Clery are met (5%).; Maintains fiscal responsibility of annual departmental budget (20%).; Oversees personnel matters such as hiring, promoting and disciplinary action (25%).; Provides annual activity reports, monthly updates to executive leadership team (5%).; Develop and implement policy which includes formulating and prescribing work methods and procedures (5%).

Required Qualifications

Required Qualifications include: A bachelor's degree in criminal justice or a related field.; At least 10 years of law enforcement experience with 5 or more years in a supervisory capacity at the command level.; Georgia P.O.S.T (Peace Officer Standards Training) Certification.; Must have a valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications include: Master's degree in criminal justice administration or public administration.; Previous experience in higher education campus law enforcement environment.; Completion of a nationally recognized program such as the National Academy (FBI), Georgia's Command College, SPI's Administrative Officer's Course, or Northwestern University School of Police and Command.

Proposed Salary

The annualized salary for this position is commensurate with education and experience and includes full benefits.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities include: The Chief of Police should possess extensive knowledge of law enforcement policies, and accreditation standards relevant to a higher education setting.; The Chief of Police is expected to build relationships with campus community members; faculty, staff, students and senior administration and community partners.; The Chief of Police must have excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.; The position requires the ability to support various constituencies served by the University.; Consistently exhibit engaging customer service.; Proven proficiency with technology including Microsoft Office and/or applications required for the position.; Operate equipment such as firearms, alternative weapons, defensive tactics, cameras, vehicles, computers, etc.; Ability to solve problems and think creatively to manage tense situations courteously and tactfully.; Analyze feedback on critical incidents and make informed decisions that ensure a safe, legal, and satisfactory outcome.; Maintain confidentiality of information and protocols.; Conduct research via the internet and access data in the police records management system and Georgia Crime Information Center (GCIC) database.; Knowledge of Georgia Crime Information Center and National Crime Information Center facilities and services.; Knowledge and/or experience with the State Certification process and procedures.; Knowledgeable about Georgia law and office policies and procedures.; Knowledge of Clery Act and Title IX requirements.; Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills.; Demonstrate proficiency in modern law enforcement technology, including body cameras, surveillance systems, and data management software.; Energy and enthusiasm for the role, the university, and the ability to maintain a positive attitude in the face of adversity.; Character, integrity, ethics, and an ethos of servant leadership.

Contact Information

If you have any questions, please contact Human Resources via email at hr@columbusstate.edu

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

Excellence: Actively engaging outstanding methods in teaching, academic discovery, creative pursuits, student success, cultural enrichment and the overall campus community.
Creativity: Pursuing distinction through inquiry and innovation, challenging convention and focusing on solutions.
Engagement: Dynamic civic involvement and participation of students, faculty, staff and alumni in the university experience.
Sustainability: Advancing fiscal responsibility, well-being, innovation, lifelong learning and environmental stewardship.
Inclusion: Cultivating and championing a campus environment that welcomes diverse backgrounds, ideas, perspectives and practices.
Servant Leadership: Leading through ethical empowerment and service.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to submit and successfully pass a background investigation to include reference checks and verification of academic credentials (if applicable). Other additional requirements may be required based upon specific position duties:

A credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage;
Pre-employment drug testing for positions with high-risk responsibilities.
Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive a Columbus State University fleet vehicle or other vehicle designated as a fleet vehicle. A successful drug screening will be required as a condition of employment a randomly thereafter.

*Applicants for positions of trust may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. *

For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond. Additionally, all members of the USG community must adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values must also be aware of and comply with the Board of Regents policies on Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Columbus State University is proud to be an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity institution. It is the policy of our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws.

Other Information

This is a supervisory position.
This position has financial responsibilities.
This position will be required to drive, if needed.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position is required to travel.
This position does require a credit check.
This position requires the completion of a psychological exam by a certified professional.

Background Check

Position of Trust + MVR + Credit + 9 Panel Drug Test

Special Applicant Instructions

Visit Columbus State University's online Careers portal to drive your career with us! The online applicant system provides you with the ability to review job opportunities and apply to those that you are interested in and feel qualified for. Each job posting has a summary description of the position and required qualifications. All job applications must be submitted through the online portal system.

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