University Police Chief

This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13706933 Work Schedule: 8-5 Monday-Friday; work is performed on-site and in person. **Export Compliance Requirement:**This position requires access to EAR or ITAR controlled technologies. Applicants are required to be eligible for employment under U.S. export control laws and must meet the requirement of being a U.S. Citizen. Job Story Wichita State University invites applications for University Police Chief (Chief). The Chief serves as the chief law enforcement and public safety executive for the Wichita State University and provides strategic leadership, direction, and oversight for all police and public safety operations. The Chief is responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive campus public safety program that supports the University's academic, research, residential, healthcare, and administrative missions while promoting a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment for students, faculty, staff, visitors, and the broader university community. Job Summary Directs, plans and manages all functions and operations of the University police department in the enforcement of laws and University regulations, the prevention of crime, and protection of life and property. Essential Functions Directs and coordinates University security, safety and protection programs to include traffic control, patrolling of physical property; enforcement of statues and University regulations, crime prevention and investigation of accidents, injuries and criminal acts. Serves as the face and spokesperson of the University for all law enforcement related issues. Maintains a high degree of visibility, represents the department in the local community and serves a central role in establishing and maintaining strong collaborative relationships with University staff and local, regional, state and federal public safety agencies. Develops department budget and monitors and adjusts plan as resource requirements change. Provides timely and accurate reports in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and higher education guidelines including monthly criminal and conduct statistics, crime reports, and the annual DOE Clery Act report. Develops and leads managers and officers in the efficient and effective administration of law enforcement initiatives and programs. Required Education and Experience: - High school diploma or equivalent - Ten (10) years of experience in general law enforcement or related field, including progressively responsible supervisory and managerial experience at the command staff level. Every 30 hours of college coursework in criminal justice, fire science, law enforcement or related field can be substituted for one (1) year of experience. Required License/Certifications/Training: - Meet minimum qualifications standards of the State of Kansas for certified police officer as outlined in K.S.A. 74-5605 - Certified law enforcement officer or capability to become a Kansas certified law enforcement officer within one year of hire date, in accordance with Kansas law - Completed basic law enforcement training program recognized by Kansas Law Enforcement Training Commission (KLETC) and obtained certification as a law enforcement officer from KLETC before given permanent status - Complete and receive Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) and National Crime Information Center (NCIC) certification within one (1) year of hire date or will be terminated - Valid Kansas driver's license Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: - Ability to manage a full-service police department, budgets and daily operations. - Ability to work effectively in collaborative environments and engage constructively with individuals fr m a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.\ \ Preferred Qualifications: - Experience on a leadership team within a department - High level of law enforcement experience. - Experience in an educational environment Additional Information: Application Instructions:\ - Verification of Highest Level of Education (please provide a copy of your transcript or scanned copy of your diploma/equivalency as required by KSA 74-5605).\ \ Providing false or misleading statements within this application, whether intentional or not, will result in permanent removal from the application process.\ \ During the application process your background will be closely examined. Please review the following background disqualifiers. If you think that any of these apply to you and you have questions, please call the Wichita State University Police Department at (316) 978- 3450 for clarification, or for more information.\ \ Must satisfy all requirements as set forth in Kansas Statute 74 5605.\ Must satisfy all requirements as set forth by Wichita State University www.wichita.edu\ If military service has been rendered your DD214 must reflect a se