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Chief of University Police

Employer
SUNY Canton
Location
New York, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Jul 12, 2022

Job Details



TITLE:

Chief of University Police

DEPARTMENT:

University Police

SALARY RANGE:

Commensurate with credentials and experience

Description of Duties

SUNY Canton is seeking applicants for the position of Chief of University Police. The University Police Department is dedicated to maintain and promote a safe and secure atmosphere that is conducive to the educational mission of the University. The department is responsible for the protection of life, property, safety and of those who live, work and visit the SUNY Canton Campus. The University Police Department upholds the college's policies and procedures, laws of New York State and the United States Constitution in a fair and equitable manner in an ever-changing society. We are committed to provide safety awareness programs, training opportunity to the campus community and regional law enforcement training.

Responsibilities

Essential Responsibilities

The Chief of Police is an experienced and engaged leader who is responsible for the strategic direction and overall management and administration of police operations, security and support services programs, crime prevention and personal safety education, the enforcement of laws and college regulations, and the protection of life and property at the campus. Due to the high visibility and public contact required of the position, the Chief must manage these operations with a high level of professionalism while promoting good public relations.

Must demonstrate a strong understanding of, and a deep commitment to, creating a culture of diversity, equity, inclusivity, and social justice within and outside the campus environment. The Chief of Police is also a standing member of the Co-Chief Diversity Officer Meetings involving Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.

An emphasis is placed on community policing, emergency first response, event security management (including traffic, parking, and crowd control), investigations, security policies and plans, security assessments, and regulatory compliance at the local, state, and federal levels including Campus Crime Reporting Act (Clery Act), Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), and Title IX compliance.

The Chief of Police oversees all criminal, medical, and fire responses as necessary and develops appropriate preventative and security techniques.

Develops standards for effective patrol operations and investigative strategies, provides leadership, guidance and direction to police supervisors and line personnel, and reviews and implements policies and procedures for criminal prosecutions, custodial arrests, and the execution of search warrants.

Represents the Police department to the campus, the SUNY Police Commissioner, college executives, local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies, the media and private agencies and organizations.

Participates in, and/or serve as chair, of various campus committees, such as the Emergency Response Resource Group, Behavioral Intervention Team, Campus Safety Committee, Community Law Enforcement Administrators, and the RAVE Alert System.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Fifteen years minimum of progressive law enforcement experience including at least 10 years in a supervisory or management capacity
  • Current Municipal Police Training Council (MPTC) Certification as a Police Officer in New York State.
  • A record of progressive leadership and management responsibility in a campus law enforcement agency as a supervisor, investigator, or campus law enforcement administrator, and/or municipal law enforcement administrator, recognized by the Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) as a certified agency in New York State.
  • Demonstrated experience working with and leading diverse constituencies
  • Strong knowledge of higher education law enforcement policies, practices, techniques, accreditation standards, and federal and state law including the Campus Crime Reporting Act (Clery Act), Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), and Title IX compliance
  • Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the New York State Criminal and Penal Laws
  • Must be available during all shifts to respond to emergency situations
  • Incumbents must be able to obtain and maintain the necessary firearms permit(s) in accordance with organization policies and legal statutes as a condition of continued employment
  • Certification in Incident Command System 300 or greater
  • Demonstrated leadership skills, including the ability to motivate subordinates in a constructive, disciplined manner
  • Commitment to participating in and promoting ongoing education, training, and professional development
  • Record of success managing and completing complex projects in a timely manner
  • Valid NYS Driver’s License and have the ability to drive a motor vehicle and successful completion of a background investigation that includes fingerprinting
Preferred Qualifications
  • Master’s Degree
  • SUNY University Police Command level (Inspector, Deputy Chief, Assistant Chief, or Chief of a University Police Department) experience
  • Demonstrated experience developing productive relationships with various internal and external constituents, including students, faculty, staff and administrators
  • Experience working in an Accredited Police Department and Leadership Training.
  • Experience and direct involvement in the successful maintenance of the NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services Law Enforcement Accreditation Program (LEAP).
  • Clery Act expertise to include campus notification requirements and preparation of the campus Annual Security and Fire Report
Prior to a final offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to submit to a background check including, but not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, and criminal background check.

Closing Date for Receipt of Applications

Review begins immediately and will continue until position is filled.

Apply for Position

SUNY Canton, a unit of the State University of New York, is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. SUNY Canton is building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and strongly encourages applications from minority and women candidates.

Company

SUNY Canton

The College was originally chartered in 1906 as the first postsecondary, two-year college in New York. In 1987, the State University of New York’s Board of Trustees authorized the college's present designation as State University of New York College of Technology at Canton, more commonly known as SUNY Canton.

At SUNY Canton, students receive a career-driven education in a small, friendly and beautiful environment.

Students learn from professionals in their fields, so they may find themselves assisting a veterinarian, working in a health clinic or investigating a crime scene.

Most of the college's four-year programs integrate credit-bearing on-the-job internships, giving students a professional advantage when they enter their careers. Regardless of their major, all students benefit from our tutoring and library services which are currently ranked #1 in SUNY.

Sixteen academic majors are available completely online, for a convenient educational option. Many individual general education courses are also available online.

The campus spans acres of countryside and borders the historic Grasse River, lending itself to scenic views and plenty of room for outdoor activities. Many students enjoy the beautiful walk over the college's two footbridges spanning the Grasse River to explore downtown Canton.

The Adirondacks, the Thousand Islands, Ottawa and Montreal are all popular day trips.

SUNY Canton is one of the four colleges in the Canton/Potsdam area. The four institutions are linked by the Associated Colleges of the St. Lawrence Valley, a consortium which shares library services and provides cross-registration for students and staff. The Associated Colleges also sponsors a variety of educational programs and cultural events.

We believe that the employees of the college are our most important asset and their collective quality is what differentiates this institution from the rest of the State University. It is the individual, working in concert with others, who provides the quality learning and growing environment for our students. Our students are successful because of these values; the concern, the caring and personal support by faculty and staff. We believe that an investment in our people is the best investment we can make.

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