Public Safety Lieutenant

Northeastern University; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Public Safety Lieutenant to oversee campus security operations. This role involves leading a dedicated team, conducting shift briefings, and ensuring a safe environment for all. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in law enforcement or public safety, with proven leadership skills and the ability to foster a positive workplace culture. Responsibilities include patrol duties, incident investigation, and collaboration with local law enforcement. Join a dynamic team committed to safety and excellence in a vibrant educational environment.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Wellness Programs

Retirement Plan

Commuting Benefits

Qualifications

• 3+ years of leadership in police, security, or public safety.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of Public Safety Officers and Sergeants.
• Conduct shift briefings and training to enhance team preparedness.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Multi-tasking

Discretion Handling

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Video Conferencing Platforms

Job description

Reporting to the Director of Public Safety, the Public Safety Lieutenant is responsible for the daily oversight of the Public Safety Officers & Sergeants on the Oakland campus. This is a second/third shift (evening/overnight hour) position, as the Lieutenant will be responsible for primary oversight of the evening and overnight shifts.

The Public Safety Department is a 24/7 organization, operating 3 shifts per day. The department consists of administrative personnel, civilian officers and sergeants, and a dispatch/communications center. The Lieutenant will lead shift briefings and shift trainings to continually improve the preparedness of shift personnel by organizing regular training topics and exercises. The Lieutenant will foster an environment that encourages positive morale and professionalism. Other responsibilities include working with public safety leadership to develop new policy and procedure, support new projects, and to make recommendations on the enhancement of the staffing structure and available equipment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Training

• High School Diploma or GED in addition to at least 3 years of proven leadership of a police, security, or public safety function
• Proven successful leadership of multiple personnel on a campus or multi-use site that is comparable to the Northeastern University Oakland Campus
• Flexibility to work all shifts, weekends, and extra hours as needed
• Proficiency with oral and written communication, PowerPoint presentations, Microsoft Word, Outlook, and video conferencing platforms.
• Previous training experience within the police, public safety, or security experience, such as defensive tactics, report writing, active threat, emergency medical response, and other related topics.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License
• Valid Post Certification and/or BSIS card
• Must successfully pass P.O.S.T. PC 832 training or designated equivalent within 6 months of hire
• Must have CPR and First Aid certification within 6 months of hire
• Will be required to pass a comprehensive background check, drug screening, and psychological evaluation
• Read, write, and speak English fluently
• Proven strong attendance and punctuality record
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize responsibilities
• Ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
• Strong computer skills, typing skills, and ability to learn new software
• Team and goal oriented
• Ability to exercise discretion in handling confidential information

Knowledge of (Supervisory)

• Supervisory principles and practices
• Clery Act, Title IX, and the National Incident Management System (NIMS)
• Current public safety methods and procedures
• Current criminal codes and laws, and effective investigative techniques and procedures.
• Safety policies, practices, procedures and requirements of the department, including the Illness & Injury Prevention Plan.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES

Essential Job Functions (General):

• Patrols and secures campus grounds and facilities by vehicle & foot. Assists in the protection of life and property on campus. Examines doors, windows, gates, roadways, and lighting to ensure security.
• Investigates and submits reports concerning criminal offenses committed on the campus. Prepares written reports as required. Completes and maintains records of daily activities including a Communication Log sheet with calls for service and building checks.
• Monitors and reports on a continual basis all conditions which may create security or safety hazards on the College property. Monitors the camera system to ensure there is no criminal activity at other parts of the campus.
• Contacts law enforcement, fire, or other public agencies as required. Assists public service representatives including fire, medical, and police with directions to emergency investigations;
• Enforces College and local laws, rules, ordinances, and regulations according to established procedures.
• Monitors incoming and outgoing campus traffic at the front gate location; answers incoming calls to campus security and dispatches information by radio to field patrol units. Provides information and directions to campus facilities, events, or other locations.
• Monitors campus traffic and parking; issues citations for violations.
• Provides crowd and traffic control for special events on and off campus.
• Responds to complaints from the campus community and assists parties to resolve issues as appropriate.
• Responds and performs access control duties including securing and/or unlocking academic buildings for faculty, staff and students
• Responds to fire, smoke detector, and security alarms
• Provides safety escorts

Essential Job Functions (Supervisory):

• Oversees the day-to-day activities of the College’s security including community safety, parking enforcement, and escort services.
• Assists in the scheduling of officers to ensure adequate shift coverage, vacation relief, and call-off replacement. Coordinates and schedules additional security at various special activities and events on campus.
• Conducts shift meetings.
• Participates in reviewing and updating the College’s policies and procedures. Provides subject matter expertise to ensure they are accurate and enforceable.
• Assists in the development of the department budget and evaluates and recommends new equipment, supplies or special materials to improve security enforcement.
• Supervises and evaluates the performance of assigned staff; coordinates and/or delivers employee training; researches and develops training materials.
• Monitors and ensures staff compliance with departmental policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Promotes Public Safety programs within the campus community; develops and maintains internal and external relationships with campus stakeholders, including various departments, student organizations, community groups, and local businesses.
• Ensures all Public Safety activities are appropriately and timely documented for tracking and review.
• Coordinates with other departments regarding program research; communicates the impact of new programs and/or new policies or procedures on individual departments and campus users.
• Communicates and/or meets with the public to address complaints and safety issues; monitors and ensures appropriate follow up on public concerns.
• Reviews all necessary administrative forms/reports related to Public Safety incidents and operations, approves reports written and submitted by officers, and assists Security Officers, as needed. Ensures reports are completed accurately and timely.
• Liaises with law enforcement staff regarding crime prevention measures.
• Attends and participates in various meetings pertaining to Public Safety operations and services.
• Prepares and maintains a variety of narrative and statistical reports, records, and files related to campus safety programs and activities for submission to federal, state, and local agencies.
• Provides the Director with a daily summary of Public Safety incidents and activities. Analyzes data regarding security activities to determine patterns and effectiveness of security activities.
• Inspects and maintains physical safety concerns on campus such as fire systems, lighting, fencing, sidewalks, roadways, gates, doors, windows, and landscaping.
• Ensures that daily safety and maintenance inspection paperwork is completed by shuttle and van drivers.
• Coordinates routine and emergency maintenance of Vehicle Fleet with Automotive Technician to ensure the vehicles are safe and in good operating condition.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• This position is an essential personnel position which requires working in a variety of situations including during holidays, weekends, day/evening/night shifts, forced overtime, and in a state of emergency.
• Must be able to: sit or stand for long periods of time; walk, run, climb, bend, stoop, and lift weights proportionate with need to perform medical assistance; wear a uniform and equipment, and operate a motor vehicle.
• Lifting, pulling, or pushing heavy objects up to 30 lbs.
• Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking.
• Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching.
• Must be able to traverse all types of terrain including up and down hills, and on off-road uneven surfaces.

Environment:

• Indoor and outdoor environment. Seasonal heat and cold or adverse weather conditions.
• May be exposed to uncomfortable work spaces such as darkness or poor lighting, dirt/dust, fumes/odors, isolation, mechanical or traffic hazards.
• May be exposed to unpleasant social situations or hostile community response.
• Must remain calm and be able to deescalate volatile situations.

The expected hiring range is $39.77/hour to $50.70/hour based on the position's responsibilities and scope.

Position Type: Safety and Security

About the Opportunity

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education, and skills when extending an offer.

Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit-eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

About Us

Founded in 1898, Northeastern is a global research university and the recognized leader in experiential lifelong learning. Our approach of integrating real-world experience with education, research, and innovation empowers our students, faculty, alumni, and partners to create worldwide impact.

Our global university system provides our community and academic, government, and industry partners with unique opportunities to think locally and act globally. The system—which includes 14 campuses across the U.S., U.K., and Canada, 300,000-plus alumni, and 3,000 partners worldwide—serves as a platform for scaling ideas, talent, and solutions.

The university’s residential campuses for undergraduate and graduate degrees are located in Boston, London, and Oakland, California. Our research and graduate campuses are in the Massachusetts communities of Burlington and Nahant; Arlington, Virginia; Charlotte, North Carolina; Miami; Portland, Maine; Seattle; Silicon Valley, California; Toronto; and Vancouver.

Northeastern’s personalized, experiential undergraduate and graduate programs lead to degrees through the doctorate in 10 colleges and schools across our campuses. Learning emphasizes the intersection of data, technology, and human literacies, uniquely preparing graduates for careers of the future and lives of fulfillment and accomplishment.

Our research enterprise, with an R1 Carnegie classification, is solutions-oriented and spans the world. Our faculty scholars and students work in teams that cross not just disciplines, but also sectors—aligned around solving today’s highly interconnected global challenges and focused on transformative impact for humankind.