Deputy Chief

Deputy Chief
Millersville University


Department: University Police
Nature of Position: Permanent, Full-time

Job Summary/Basic Function
Assist the Chief of Police in supervising, directing and coordinating the work of the Millersville University Police Department. The Deputy Chief shall exercise independent thought as well as work under the general direction of the Chief of Police. The Deputy Chief serves as Acting Chief of Police in the absence of the Police Chief.

Located in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, Millersville University of Pennsylvania is one of the 14 public universities of Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education. Our pillars of distinction include exceptionally strong student-faculty relationships, numerous programs of distinction, a beautiful campus and vibrant location, and successful job placement for our students. Our students' success, both inside and outside of the classroom, is our highest priority, and we provide numerous opportunities to facilitate their academic, personal, and social growth and development. Almost 70 baccalaureate programs are available for our 6,250 students to find their path. Several of our programs are multidisciplinary in nature, combining science, technology, and art to create a more progressive degree. We have over 950 graduate students enrolled in 21 master's and 3 doctoral programs. Our faculty are highly respected in their fields and dedicated to the success of students in the classroom, research labs, and in campus life. Over 66,000 alumni live in all 50 states and in 72 countries around the world. We seek individuals who embrace and value our EPPIIC values of exploration, public mission, professionalism, inclusion, integrity, and compassion.

Salary Range: $90,000.00 - $95,500.00, plus comprehensive benefits starting on the first day of employment, including:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Group life insurance
• Voluntary Group Life and Accident Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Retirement
• Tuition waiver
• Personal leave
• Vacation leave
• Sick leave
• Holiday leave

For description of benefits available, see The State System Employee Benefits Summary athttps://www.passhe.edu/inside/HR/syshr/benefit_highlights/SSHE_Highlights.pdf
At Millersville University we are committed to fostering a learning and working environment that promotes the intersectionality of diversity to foster a climate of inclusion. Employing our EPPIIC values and the principles of Inclusive Excellence, we hold that an inclusive community is a core value that is an essential part of the foundation for our learning and working environment. Millersville University is an equal opportunity employer and, in compliance with federal and state laws and university policy, is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Individuals from traditionally underrepresented populations are encouraged to apply.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree.
• Certification or ability to be certified as a police officer through the Department of Education (Act 120 certified in the State of Pennsylvania).
• NIMS 100, 200 training or ability to obtain appropriate level of NIMS training within first six months of employment.
• Five years experience as a police supervisor.
• Knowledge of PA Crimes Code and Vehicle Code, Clery Act and Act 73 of Pennsylvania.
• Demonstrated ability to:
  • communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
  • work in a diverse work environment.
  
  
  
• Demonstrated ability to use the tools of the police profession to include:
  • Firearms.
  • Non-lethal, and less lethal forms of defense.
  • Emergency vehicles.
  • Video surveillance equipment.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and other job-related software.
• Evidence of a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Valid driver's license.
• Successful interview.
• Successful completion of three background checks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current Act 120 Certification.
• Two years of experience supervising first line supervisors.
• Experience with college/university policing or public safety including municipal experience in a jurisdiction with a college or university.
• Experience investigating intimate partner crimes.
• Experience in union environment.
• NIMS 300 & 400 level training.
• Command School training at FBI, Northwest, POLEX or equivalent.

Job Description


Essential Functions

• No or very limited physical effort required.
• No or very limited exposure to physical risks.
• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
• Ability to sit for long lengths of time.
• Must be able to lift/pull/push up to 10 pounds.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and mouse.
• This position is designated an essential employee position. Employee is expected to report to work during their designated shift during emergency situations, university closures or delays.

To apply, please visit: https://jobs.millersville.edu/postings/12491



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