Police Corporal

Hampton University; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hampton University is seeking a campus police supervisor responsible for overseeing patrols, incident investigations, and shift planning. The role includes evaluating personnel, ensuring safety and compliance with laws, and coordinating responses to emergencies.

Responsibilities also cover training new recruits, preparing routine reports, and presenting testimony in relevant investigations within university jurisdiction.

Qualifications

• Must already be Basic Law Enforcement Certified.
• Knowledge of City ordinances, state and federal law; criminal procedure; evidence rules.

Responsibilities

• Supervise police officers in performance of patrols and investigations.
• Prepare shift notices and assignments.
• Conduct pre-hire evaluations and performance reviews.
• Maintain campus safety and respond to emergencies.
• Prepare reports and testify in court when required.

Skills

Leadership

Discipline

Court testimony

Job description

Description

Supervise police officers in performance of regularly assignedpatrols and incident investigations. Prepare shift notices andassignments. Conduct pre-hire evaluations of prospective policecandidates. Conduct performance evaluations. Make recommendationsin matters concerning employee discipline and retention. Patrol thecampus by foot and/or vehicle to prevent crime or disturbances ofbusinesses and persons within the University. Note suspiciouspersons and unusual conditions and makes preliminaryinvestigations. Examine buildings and check doors and windows forsecurity. Report hazards that endanger public safety such asdamaged utility structures, traffic signals, etc. responsible forlaw enforcement duties for the protection, safety and welfare ofstudents, employees, visitors, and all property within the areaunder the control and jurisdiction of Hampton University. Exerciseindependent judgment within the limits prescribed by law, rules andregulations of the Board of Trustees, University rules andregulations and Police Department Policies and Procedures.

Examples of Duties

Prepares and conducts patrol shift briefings including inspectionsof officers’ appearance, equipment and beat assignment. Supervisesand evaluates the performance of subordinates includingdisciplinary actions, continued training and counseling. Performsthe full range of Police Officers duties. Reviews reports in atimely manner while assuring accuracy completeness and grammaticalcorrectness. Monitors scheduling to assure efficient and effectiveuse of personnel and budget resources. Investigates complaintsconcerning the conduct or performance of subordinates. Assurescontinuous accurate information flow between the administration andthe officers supervised. Maintains proficiency in the use of policerelated equipment. Appears in court, and is available to testify inmatters which he/she has knowledge whether it be crime or civil.Assist in the screening and assessing of applicants. Performsrelated duties as assigned. Must be familiar with current Virginialaws, Chief’s Directives and Policies and procedures. Must bewilling to work any shift based on needs of the department. Must beable to provide training and guidance to new recruits, securityofficers and veteran officers. Must maintain a professional andpleasant demeanor as a representative of the UniversityPolice.

Typical Qualifications

Must already be Basic Law Enforcement Certified. Knowledgeof City ordinances, state and federal laws and intent of Virginiacriminal law; adult and juvenile judicial procedures; civil and constitutional laws; principles of supervision and progressivediscipline; regulations and policies and procedures; laws of arrestand search and seizure; techniques of interviews and interrogation;crime scene management; oral and written communication skills.Ability to supervise the day-to-day operations of a patrol section;ability to supervise the day-to-day of a crime prevention section;prepare clear and concise written reports; communicate effectively,both orally and in writing; assign and review work of subordinates;analyze dangerous situations and effectively identify a safe courseof action to resolve the conflict; determine appropriate level ofresponse to a given situation; exercise authority in a positivemanner while maintaining discipline within the work group; workwith the campus community in a courteous respectful manner; trainand evaluate personnel; process disciplinary action; plan andorganize work; evaluate, identify and recommend improvements inoperations, systems, procedures and policies; meet established timelines; identify problems with subordinates’ work and takecorrective action; praise good work by subordinates. Must beknowledgeable in the Rules of Evidence and investigativetechniques. In good physical condition, including vision and hearing. Able tohear and speak and fully use arms and legs. Must be capable ofusing force to gain control and compel compliance of a lawful orderby an unwilling suspect, to include wrestling, grappling, andfighting. Must be capable of using physical force, less than deadlyforce (baton, pepper spray, and/or Taser), or deadly force whenappropriate and in accordance with the law. Communicateseffectively orally and in writing, and gives instructions in a precise, understanding manner. Establishes and maintains harmoniousworking relationships and deals tactfully with others. Establishesrapport with persons from different ethnic, cultural, and/oreconomic backgrounds. Interacts well with people who are underphysical and/or emotional stress. Maintains a calm manner instressful and emergency situations. Makes decisions and actsquickly in dangerous or emergency situations. Exercises discretionin handling confidential information. Prepares general reports, andmaintains accurate records. Assembles items of information inaccordance with established procedures. Utilizes investigatetechniques to obtain information. Understands and applies the laws,rules, and regulations governing assigned unit activities.Understands, applies, and explains the policies, procedures,specifications, guidelines and standards governing assigned unitactivities. Analyzes and determines the applicability of data,draws conclusions, and makes appropriate recommendations. Safelyoperates a motor vehicle and has a history of safe driving (no lessthan-2). Coordinates the efforts of others to accomplish assignedwork objectives. Meets physical stamina and endurance standardsestablished by the Department of Criminal Justice Services. Mustpass fit-for-duty medical/ psychological examinations and polygraphexamination as required.