Lieutenant

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The Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions which contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University. Hiring staff “for fit” makes significant contributions to Howard University’s overall mission.

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What We Offer

• Health & Wellness:
  Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support
• Work-Life Balance: PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangements
• Financial Wellness:
  Competitive salary, 403(b) with company match
• Professional Development:
  Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement paths
• Additional Perks:
  Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company culture

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Basic Function

As Shift Supervisor the purpose of this position is to assist in maintaining a safe and secure campus and hospital environment by providing direct supervision and coordination over the daily activity of the security personnel, in keeping with established goals and objectives of the Howard University Campus Police Department.

Supervisory Accountability

Exercises direct supervision over a shift composed of Campus Police Patrol

Officers, Security Officers and contract service personnel assigned to any Howard University or HUH location or facility.

Nature And Scope

Internal contacts include academic and medical executives, administrators,

faculty, students, and staff of the University and Hospital. External contacts include parent/guardians, patients, Mayoral Command Post, representatives from local and national Homeland Security, social service agencies, special police officers, Security Officer’s Management Branch, members of the local criminal justice system to include Metropolitan Police, U.S. Attorney’s Office.

Department of Corrections, Youth Services organizations, etc. and the general public.

Principal Accountabilities

• Responsible for managing the shift operations, training and overseeing patrol activities; directing traffic, controlling crowds, security facilities and training.
• In the absence of higher ranking command officer the Lieutenant assumes supervisory responsibility for all operations during an assigned shift or shift function. Ensures that all shift personnel are aware of and adhere to policy and procedures.
• Provides training and instructions to subordinates to ensure that responsibilities are performed completely and efficiently, while maintaining the Law Enforcement Code of Ethics.
• Interprets and disseminates policies, procedures and directives promulgated by the Department and the Federal and municipal Governments.
• Prepares and reviews all administrative reports of subordinates which include recommendations for awards, disciplinary actions, investigations, records and any other written correspondence for content and accuracy.
• Manages vehicle operations to ensure that vehicles are utilized for official business.
• Inspects security personnel for duty and assigns personnel to critical areas, issues equipment and ensures accountability. Instruct personnel in the proper performance of their duties.
• Monitors developments/incidents related to police service procedures, techniques and equipment; makes recommendations for improvement to policies and procedures.
• Responds to all calls involving serious incidents, unforeseen or unexpected events and serve as liaison with outside law enforcement and regulatory agencies.
• Represents the Howard University Department of Public Safety in meetings with other law enforcement agencies, professional, business and community organizations, Howard University Faculty and Staff and the public.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned by appropriate authority.

Core Competencies

• Knowledge of criminal law, including elements of offenses, rules of evidence, laws of arrest, search and seizures, methods of law enforcement, maintenance of public security, peace and safety etc.
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