Public Safety Captain (Emergency Management)

Inside Higher Ed; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A university in Georgia seeks a Public Safety Captain to oversee law enforcement operations, fostering a safe campus environment. Candidates must have a bachelor's degree and significant law enforcement experience, including leadership roles. The position involves managing daily operations, developing crime reduction strategies, and engaging with the university community. Salary commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of law enforcement experience, including 3 years in a supervisory role.
• Certification by the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Council.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily operations of the assigned division or shift.
• Develop and monitor patrol and investigative strategies.
• Command responses to major crimes and emergencies.
• Ensure compliance with training and professional standards.
• Foster partnerships with students and staff.
• Prepare and review critical reports.

Skills

Law enforcement experience

Leadership

Community relations

Incident response

Operational oversight

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Public Safety Captain (Emergency Management)

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Job Title: Public Safety Captain (Emergency Management)

Location: Valdosta State University

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job ID: 290118

About Us

Valdosta State University (VSU) is a comprehensive institution of the University System of Georgia. VSU provides rigorous programs and opportunities that enrich our students, our university, and our region. The university is guided by the Blazer Creed and the USG Core Values of Civility, Integrity, and Citizenship.

Job Summary

Serve as a command-level officer with responsibility for directing and managing law enforcement operations for an assigned division, shift, or specialized unit of the university's police/public safety department. Provide leadership in patrol, investigations, emergency response, and community policing to ensure a safe and secure campus environment. Act as the commanding officer in the absence of higher-level leadership.

Responsibilities

• Command and Supervision - 30%: Direct daily operations of assigned division or shift, including patrol, investigations, traffic, and special operations. Supervise and evaluate lieutenants, sergeants, corporals, and officers. Provide direction during critical incidents and ensure proper adherence to departmental policies.
• Operational Oversight - 20%: Develop, implement, and monitor patrol and investigative strategies to deter crime and enhance campus safety. Oversee scheduling, resource allocation, and deployment of personnel and equipment.
• Incident Response and Investigations - 15%: Command responses to major crimes, emergencies, and critical incidents. Coordinate with external law enforcement, fire, and emergency medical agencies. Ensure investigations are conducted thoroughly and in compliance with legal standards.
• Training and Professional Standards - 15%: Ensure personnel maintain certifications, training, and readiness. Promote adherence to professional standards, Clery Act reporting requirements, and accreditation guidelines. Conduct inspections, audits, and evaluations of staff and operations.
• Community Relations - 10%: Foster strong partnerships with students, faculty, staff, and community stakeholders. Represent the department in meetings, events, and outreach initiatives. Serve as a liaison to other law enforcement agencies.
• Administrative and Reporting - 10%: Prepare and review reports, including crime analyses, operational summaries, and compliance documentation. Provide recommendations to command staff regarding policy development, staffing, and budget needs.

Required Qualifications

Required Experience

Bachelor's degree and seven (7) years of progressively responsible law enforcement experience, including at least three (3) years of supervisory experience. Certification by the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Council.

Proposed Salary

Commensurate with experience.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of 26 institutions. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. More details on the USG values are available in policy documents linked in the original posting.

Conditions of Employment

Applicants Are Required To Provide

• professional references with current contact information
• documentation of academic credentials
• employment history

Please note that during the search process, VSU reserves the right to disclose criminal history, view social media, and remove job postings without additional notification.

Employment Is Contingent Upon

• successful completion of a background check, including a criminal background check
• reference checks

Employment may also be contingent upon job-based requirements, if applicable, including: a satisfactory credit check, MVR, pre-employment drug testing, and credential confirmation.

After initial hiring, employees will be required to successfully complete training, including:

• New employee orientation
• VSU's Annual Compliance Training (USG Ethics Policy; Conflict of Interest/Outside Activities; Drug Free Workplace; Sexual Misconduct and Title IX; FERPA; Motor Vehicle Policy; Workers Compensation; Georgia Open Records Act)
• USG Cybersecurity Training (twice yearly)
• Job-specific training (FMLA and Workers’ Compensation, Budget Manager training, Purchasing Training, Defensive Driving)

Equal Employment Opportunity

Valdosta State University is an equal opportunity educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, religion, color, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation.

Background Check

Position of Trust + Credit.

Accommodations

If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by contacting Catherine Wills in the Office of Human Resources at [e-mail].