Campus Public Safety Captain — Leadership & Emergency Response

Los-Rios-Community-College-District; California (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Los Rios Community College District seeks a Police Captain to plan, coordinate, and direct the operation of the college police department, protecting students, staff, visitors, and facilities. The role includes training, supervising, and evaluating assigned personnel.

Under the Chief of Police, you will oversee patrol programs, incident command during emergencies, and collaboration with college and district committees, ensuring safety, compliance, and effective emergency response.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Three years of experience, including two years in a lead or supervisory capacity.
• California POST Advanced Certificate.
• Licensed to carry firearms.
• Complete California POST Supervisory course within one year of hire.
• POST certification requirements (psychological and medical examinations, background investigation, etc.).
• Equity-minded focus and inclusive approach toward diverse students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Administering the college traffic and patrol program.
• Directing the preparation of citations against violators to the municipal courts.
• Approving schedules and assignments to maintain full operational patrol schedules.
• Serving as the incident commander at emergencies involving Los Rios Community College District jurisdiction.
• Overseeing the campus patrol program.
• Overseeing special programs and/or projects for the district (e.g., Clery Act).
• Training, supervising, and evaluating college police personnel.
• Performing investigations and filing reports; ensuring safety and security of facilities.
• Maintaining records and keeping college police manuals up to date.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Emergency response

Equity-minded focus

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Los Rios Community College District seeks a Police Captain to plan, coordinate, and direct the operation of the college police department, protecting students, staff, visitors, and facilities. The role includes training, supervising, and evaluating assigned personnel.

Under the Chief of Police, you will oversee patrol programs, incident command during emergencies, and collaboration with college and district committees, ensuring safety, compliance, and effective emergency response.