Lieutenant of Patrol – Florida State University Police Department

How to Apply:
If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.
Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.
The job opening number for this position is 56033.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
An Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer.
FSU’s Equal Opportunity Statement can be accessed at: https://hr.fsu.edu/sites/g/files/upcbnu2186/files/PDF/Publications/diversity/EEO_Statement.pdf.
Responsibilities:
• Provides protection of life, and property, prevention of crime and misconduct, traffic and crowd control, criminal and traffic law enforcement, criminal and traffic accident investigations, and community service.
• Assists the Captain of Operations with overseeing the Uniform Police Operations Section (Patrol) and the School Resource Officer (SRO) Program.
• Manages and coordinates one rotation (a day shift and a night shift) of shift supervisors and officers regarding day-to-day operations as well as overall comprehensive planning efforts.
• Reviews police reports and body/dash camera footage. Coordinates with the Special Operations Lieutenant regarding the assignment, placement, and specific details of special events security details or VIP protection.
• Serves as a member of the University Police Department’s Command Staff. Assists the Captain of Operations with analyzing and recommending policies for the FSU Police Department. Assists with implementing the department’s policies and procedures through the efforts of subordinate personnel.
• Responsible for completing and assisting with annual reports such as the Board of Governors Report, SACS Annual Report, and other reports requested by the Chief or Deputy Chief.
• Responsible for maintaining files to assist the Accreditation Manager; NARCAN Assignments, Pursuit Memorandums, Operations Bulletins, Crash Review Memorandums, Daily Assignment Rosters, Weekly Activity Reports, Operations Bulletins, Officer Discipline, Winter Break Statistics, and Football Game Law Enforcement Activity Statistics.
• Assists in monitoring and planning for proper budget utilization, and allocation of personnel, supplies, and equipment to include locker keys/locks and mailboxes. Serves as a Level 1 Security System Approver in SpearMart campus-wide.
• Assists the Captain of Operations with establishing joint initiatives with University Departments, local law enforcement agencies, social service agencies, and general public special interest groups.
• Responsible for the repairs and maintenance of the FSU Police Department Vehicle Fleet and equipment. Responsible for reviewing services rendered to the FSU Police Department, such as vehicle repairs, monthly fuel reports, towing fees, and car wash fees. Review all purchases with P-Card made by subordinates.
• Supervises reporting USPS staff; completes employee performance evaluations, provides opportunities for professional development, and assists with hiring processes.
• Assists the Captain of Operations, Deputy Chief, and Chief of Police with special assignments as requested.
• Other duties as assigned may include patrol shifts, nights, weekends, holidays, university closure, etc.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree and four years of experience in sworn law enforcement; or a high school diploma/equivalency and eight years of experience with at least four years of experience in sworn law enforcement. (Note: a combination of post-high education and experience equal to eight years with at least four years in sworn law enforcement.)
• Currently a certified law enforcement officer in Florida, or in another state with the ability to become certified in the State of Florida within six (6) months of hire.
• Ability to interpret and apply related federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of project planning, development, and evaluation.
• Ability to identify trends, predict the impact of actions on system operations, detect discrepancies in the function of an organization, and take necessary action to correct performance.
• Ability to evaluate process effectiveness and develop change or alternatives.
• Ability to effectively train and direct the work of others.

Application Deadline
12/8/2023, anticipated start date February 2024.