University Police Chief
$135350/y-$135350/y
Inside Higher Ed2 days ago
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Summary
Inside Higher Ed is seeking a University Police Chief to lead the University Police Department at Christopher Newport University in Newport News, VA. The role involves strategic leadership and oversight of law enforcement and public safety functions.
About the Role
As the University Police Chief, you will manage a department of 36 sworn officers and security personnel, ensuring adherence to state and federal regulations while fostering a secure and inclusive campus environment. Key responsibilities include providing vision and direction for a 24/7 police department, overseeing departmental policies, managing budgets, ensuring proper investigation and reporting of incidents, and developing community policing initiatives.
About You
Required:
- Master’s degree in a related field or a Bachelor’s degree with equivalent experience.
- Significant experience in the administration of a comprehensive security program at the federal, state, municipal, or campus police level.
- Supervisory experience.
Preferred:
- Progressively responsible policing experience in a college or university setting.
- Experience working with financial data and managing an operating budget.
- Experience working with sexual assault and trauma victims.
- Experience with Threat Assessment Teams and processes.
- Graduate of an advanced Law Enforcement Executive Development Program such as Command Training school or FBI Academy.
Benefits
- Starting salary at $135,350, commensurate with education and experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and retirement plans.
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