UNIVERSITY POLICE CAPTAIN4113L1 Pay Grade: 30 DEFINITION OF WORK Summary This is responsible managerial and administrative law enforcement work providing police protection at a regents institution. Work involves the responsibility for formulating department policy, implementing programs, fiscal control and directing day to day operational activities. An incumbent may be in command during the chief's absence. Standard Classification Factors Supervision Received - LEVEL E: "Under administrative direction…" At this level, employees are free to plan, develop and organize all phases of the work necessary for its completion within program guidance. Generally, they can develop and utilize any procedures and methods which do not conflict with major policies. Supervision is generally exercised over them through staff conference-type discussions and a review of progress reports. Difficulty - LEVEL C: Considerable… Duties which require a high degree of concentration because of the many factors which must be considered and weighed before a decision can be reached. Usually positions that require planning, developing, and coordinating programs and directing fairly large groups of people fall into this category. Complexity - LEVEL D: Work is of a diversified nature that usually involves multiple unrelated steps. Analytical thought is necessary for dealing with complex data and situations. Work often involves a variety of unrelated processes and may require planning or carrying out a sequence of actions or both. Several alternatives usually exist at this level for approaching problems or situations. Workers at this level exercise a considerable amount of independent judgment. Work is controlled by occasional review and by reporting to or consultation with supervisors or superiors. When guidelines exist at this level, they are usually broadly defined or technical requiring careful analysis and interpretation. Consequence of Actions or Decisions - LEVEL D: Consequences of actions or decisions at this level are significant as the work may be rarely if ever reviewed, making errors difficult to detect. Errors may cause major program failure or a high degree of confusion. Injuries to others due to errors are serious or incapacitating or both and costs due to errors are substantial. Contacts - LEVEL D: The purpose of the contact is to justify, defend, negotiate, persuade or interrogate to settle matters, maintain good will, gain cooperation or reach compromises when the information is controversial or the individuals or groups have strong differences of opinions or diverse viewpoints. Extensive use of communication techniques and well developed communication skills are required for dealing with others. Physical Demands - LEVEL B: The work requires light physical exertion. The employee may be required to perform handling activities with lightweight or easily moved items (e.g. books, file folders, boxes of office supplies, small machine parts, etc.); perform moving activities for brief periods; operate light equipment; perform repetitive motions for brief periods; confined to a work area. Environmental Conditions - LEVEL C: The work environment involves hazards, risks or discomforts typical of working with or around machinery with exposed moving parts, irritant chemicals, heavy equipment or abusive or hostile clientele and patients. Exposure to disagreeable weather conditions and extreme levels of temperature, ventilation, lighting and sound are normal. Protective clothing or gear and specific safety standards or procedures may be required. Serious injury is possible. Supervision/Leadership - LEVEL E: Involves scheduling, supervising and evaluating work as a "manager" of first line supervisors or as a "first line supervisor" of workers who perform distinct and separate blocks of work generally related as to purpose but requiring different processes and methods. Responsible for hiring and disciplinary actions which may or may not require the approval of a higher level of authority. Distinguishing Features Differs from the Safety and Security Officer series in which the work involves property protection and not exercise of statutory powers. Differs from the University Police Lieutenant class which is supervisory and administrative. Differs from the University Police Detective class in which the work involves conducting specialized investigations. EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED Assumes full command of day-to-day police operations by evaluating and reviewing activities of Divisional commanders insuring consistency of operations among units. Formulates policies, makes policy and procedural decisions. Interprets policies for specific situations and implements law enforcement regulations. Reviews and screens reports for conformity with established procedures and compliance with Privacy Act and Buckley Amendment. Receives and supervises investigation of complaints. Supervises and coordinates investigation of major crimes on and off campus; coordinates joint investigation with other law enforcement agencies as necessary; plans and coordinates deployment of personnel based upon analysis of crime trends and other factors. Maintains safe care and control of authorized equipment and vehicles including firearms. Prepares departmental goals and objectives, monitors departmental budget and financial status, and coordinates maintenance of police vehicles and other assigned state property. Uses a variety of communication skills and special techniques to interact formally and informally with community groups and individuals. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS Knowledge *Knowledge of the rules and regulations of the police department, pertinent University and City ordinances and regulations, and State and Federal laws. Knowledge of the geography of the campus and adjoining areas and the locations requiring special police attention. *Knowledge of management principles and methods including those related to office, purchasing and fiscal practices as well as personnel practices. *Knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of police work. *Knowledge of administrative principles and methods. Knowledge of first aid and skill in its application. *Knowledge of the rights of the criminally accused. *Knowledge of criminal investigation techniques. *Knowledge of general law enforcement procedures. *Knowledge of the laws governing search and seizure. *Knowledge of state and federal criminal law. *Knowledge of interviewing and interrogation techniques. *Knowledge of surveillance techniques. *Knowledge of the harmful effects and dangers of drug usage. *Knowledge of state and local motor vehicle laws. *Knowledge of the principles of supervision. Abilities *Ability to qualify with duty weapon on a regular basis. *Ability to analyze complex problems and situations promptly and to adopt effective and reasonable courses of action with due regard to surrounding hazards and circumstances. *Ability to deal with public courteously and firmly and to establish and maintain effective public relations. *Ability to direct and supervise subordinate officers and to deal effectively and impartially with subordinates in disciplinary matters. *Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing. *Ability to use police equipment, including firearms and motor vehicles, and other equipment. *Ability to maintain excellent physical condition. *Ability to consistently react appropriately in emergencies or stressful situations. *Ability to observe situations analytically, impartially, and objectively, and to record pertinent information accurately and completely. *Ability to deal firmly and tactfully with other employees, subordinates, and the public. *Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions, prepare clear and comprehensive reports, and express one's self orally or in writing. *Ability to enforce laws, ordinances, and regulations with firmness, tact, and impartiality. *Ability to assign, instruct, and review the work of subordinates in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale. *Ability to understand and carry out oral and written orders. *Ability to work independently with or without detailed supervision. *Ability to interview and/or interrogate others to elicit pertinent information. *Ability to interact with a variety of individuals to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to accurately recall and to verbally present information concisely. *Ability to evaluate the relative importance of all information received. *Ability to remain alert over long periods of time. *Ability to remain calm under stressful conditions. *Ability to read and comprehend written material for application to daily work. *Ability to operate a motor vehicle. *Ability to work long hours under difficult and arduous conditions. *Necessary at Entry MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or
equivalent, valid driver’s license, and
five years experience in general law enforcement , including two years of administrate
or supervisory experience. Education
in criminal justice, fire science, or law enforcement may be substituted for
experience as determined relevant by the agency.
Necessary Special Requirements:
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