Professional Standards Lieutenant

Savannah State University; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Gwinnett College is seeking a Professional Standards Lieutenant responsible for managing accreditation processes and internal investigations within the Public Safety Department. This role requires extensive law enforcement experience and adherence to regulatory standards, while contributing to the safety and well-being of the campus community.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Health and wellness programs

Work-life balance initiatives

Qualifications

• Five years of law enforcement experience.
• Georgia POST Certified with Basic Law Enforcement Mandate.
• Experience in police supervisory or investigative roles.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the Public Safety Department's accreditation.
• Conducts investigations into complaints of employee misconduct.
• Coordinates audits for compliance with accreditation standards.

Skills

Knowledge of law enforcement terminology

Ability to establish effective relationships

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to work under pressure

Ability to analyze situations

Education

High School or GED

Job description

View more categories View less categories Employment Type Full Time Institution Type Four-Year Institution

Job Title: Professional Standards Lieutenant
Location: Georgia Gwinnett College
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 281407
About Us

Since our founding in 2005, Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) has been dedicated to providing an exceptional educational experience to our students. At GGC, we believe that our students' success is our success, and we are committed to creating a culture that supports and uplifts them throughout their academic journey.

As a member of our faculty or staff, you will become part of a dedicated and passionate community of educators and professionals. Together, we work towards a common goal of empowering our students to achieve their full potential, both academically and personally. We take pride in our student body, which represents a multitude of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Whether you are involved in teaching or providing essential services, your contribution will make a significant impact on the lives of our students and the broader community.

In addition to our commitment to student success, we also value the well-being and professional growth of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, designed to support the needs of our faculty and staff. From competitive compensation to health and wellness programs, and professional development opportunities to work-life balance initiatives, we strive to create an environment where everyone can thrive and feel valued.

Located in the thriving community of Gwinnett County, GGC offers a rich cultural and social landscape that enhances the overall college experience. Our backdrop is a beautiful, modern 260-acre campus located just 30 miles northeast of downtown Atlanta. Our students and employees benefit from the close proximity to various local amenities, including shopping, dining, entertainment, and outdoor recreational opportunities. This vibrant community serves as an extension of our campus, providing a stimulating environment for personal and professional growth.

Join GGC and become part of a dynamic team that plays a pivotal role in shaping the lives and celebrating the achievements of our students. Together, let's make a positive impact and empower the next generation of leaders.

Job Summary

The Professional Standards Lieutenant performs a variety of administrative and professional duties serving as the institution's professional standards and accreditation manager.

The role is responsible for planning, coordinating and administering the Public Safety Department's implementation, maintenance and adherence to state and/or national accreditation. The position ensures compliance with the institution and the university system's policies and directives.

The incumbent in the position oversees the department¿s response to complaints alleging employee misconduct and personally conducts, or supervises others in conducting, investigations as directed by the Chief of Police. The position also has responsibility for overseeing the investigation of external concerns regarding the operation of the department and for ensuring the integrity of the department is maintained through adherence to internal processes which are established to provide objectivity, fairness, and justice through impartial investigations.

This position is designated as Campus Security Authority (CSA) and is responsible for reporting crimes and other incidents to the Clery Act Compliance Officer for inclusion in the Annual Campus Security Report in accordance with the Federal Clery Act and GGC policy .

Responsibilities

• Reviews and provides guidance to others on technical and complex issues relating to law enforcement standards, the accreditation/certification and compliance processes
• Supervises and oversees the administrative staff support required to improve the performance of the Public Safety Department by achieving and maintaining state or national accreditation and compliance with the institution and the university system's (GGC/USG) policies or directives; assigns, directs, and coordinates activities of employees to achieve plans of action to meet requirements of applicable accreditation / certification standards; directs assignments and enforces deadlines; makes recommendations to the Chief of Police regarding activities needed to meet accreditation/certification requirements; determines documentation needed to support agency compliance with national and/or state standards governing accreditation/certification, and compliance with GGC/USG policies, directives, and recommendations; serves as the central repository for certification information about the accreditation process, standards, procedures, reports, and compliance necessities; compiles and submits required reports to maintain state or national certification, and GGC/USG compliance
• Coordinates all aspects of an audit to include online, site visits, mock assessments, preparation of department and college employees, providing appropriate documentation, scheduling of interviews, meeting and interview locations, external communications, department and campus tours, accommodations, meals, travel and per diem payments
• Maintains master and archive files for standard operating procedures manual, annexes, and written directives of agency; maintains accreditation individual standard status reports (ISSR), certification standard status report (CSSR) files, and GGC/USG policy compliance memorandum
• Participates in planning, development, and implementation of new programs, policies, procedures, systems, crime analysis and equipment to improve agency performance in relation to compliance with applicable accreditation standards; evaluates current policies and directives
• Monitors proposed changes/amendments to standards relating to accreditation/certification and compliance process; evaluates impact of potential changes on current operations; ensures implementation of new standards into agency standards, policies, and procedures
• Ensures employee knowledge of, and compliance with, Standard Operating Procedures, annexes, directives by routinely reviewing department members¿ internal and external interactions (incident and arrest reports); by routinely meeting with administrators, supervisors, officers, special unit members, and other employees; by routinely meeting with Community Outreach Program Supervisor; and, by meeting with college and public groups; serves as the training manager for the unit
• Provides accreditation/certification training for campus employees. Serves on campus and local committees, and makes presentations as needed
• Ensures that each external and internal complaint received is evaluated to determine the nature of the Department's response; provides members of the Department with the established procedures for the acceptance and classification of complaints, the initiation of the administrative investigative process, the process for conducting a fair and reasonable investigation, the proper methods for adjudication of these administrative investigations, and the methods for the administration of fair, reasonable and defensible discipline; performs shift work as required, must attend court and provide appropriate testimony on behalf of the college; performs other duties, as assigned

Required Qualifications

• High School or GED
• Five years of law enforcement experience, with a minimum of three years of police supervisory or investigative experience
• Twenty one years of age or older
• Georgia POST Certified with Basic Law Enforcement Mandate and be in "Good Standing" Note: Passing or qualifying scores are adopted from the requirements set by the Georgia Peace
• Officers Standards and Training Council
• Maintain annual certification and state training requirements; obtain and maintain additional certifications as required by the institution
• Pass pre-employment testing (if applicable), criminal history check (no felony convictions or convictions of moral turpitude), background check, physical, drug test, psychological and/or polygraph exam, and credit history check
• Possess and maintain a valid Georgia Driver's license

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience and/or education in law enforcement management and supervisory coursework
• Experience and/or education in accreditation management
• Experience and/or education in professional standards Investigations
• POST certified instructor

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of law enforcement, criminal law and/or security and criminal procedural law terminology
• Ability to define elements within federal, state, county, municipal laws and institutional regulations
• Ability to learn radio codes and terminology in order to communicate clearly via two-way radio
• Ability to establish effective relationships with students of varying ages in order to respond to problems or incidents on campus and determine appropriate disciplinary action
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with supervisor and co-workers; ability to display professionalism, politeness, and good manners when dealing with coworkers, management, and the public
• Ability to work under pressure and time constraints
• Ability to organize and prioritize work
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to read materials written in English
• Knowledge of, and skill in the use of, basic computer programs (Word, Excel, Internet)
• Ability to observe unusual, or extraordinary events, and to relate them to specific situations
• Ability to use less lethal, and lethal weapons, to include firearms
• Ability to remember names, faces, details of accidents, and to memorize locations, buildings, and places on campus
• Ability to analyze situations and to adopt quick and effective courses of action with due regard to surrounding circumstances
• Ability to complete forms for reporting activities and prepare clear and comprehensive reports

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .

Conditions of Employment

Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States and proof of eligibility will be contemporaneously required upon acceptance of an employment offer. Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC). Eligibility of employment is determined by GGC in its sole discretion, and includes but is not limited to confirmation of credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Offers are subject to the applicable federal laws, state laws, statutes, rules and regulations of this institution, and to the bylaws and policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia Gwinnett College is an equal employment, equal access, and equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of Georgia Gwinnett College to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50).

For individuals requiring disability-related accommodations for participation in any event including the application, interview process, or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact HR at [phone] or email [e-mail] .

Background Check

• Position of Trust + Credit

Other Information

Due to the volume of applications, applicants may not receive a reply from the College unless an applicant is selected for an interview. Review of applications will continue until positions are filled. Georgia is an open records state.

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