SY26-27 Campus Police, Major

TrulyHired; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Savannah-Chatham County Public School System seeks an experienced Assistant Chief to manage department operations, coordinate with school leadership, and direct district-wide law enforcement and security services. You will oversee administrative and patrol functions, staff development, and policy implementation.

The role requires extensive law enforcement leadership, strong communication, and expertise in school safety programs. Travel and emergency planning are part of the responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Ten years of progressively responsible law enforcement experience, including 3–5 years at the command level.
• Georgia P.O.S.T. certification or ability to obtain certification within the timeframe.
• Valid Georgia driver's license with satisfactory driving record.
• Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, monitor, and evaluate activities of the assigned division; stay current with legal changes and developments in law enforcement.
• Coordinate with principals and site administrators to deliver on-site security and law enforcement services.
• Develop and review department policies and SOPs to ensure compliance and best practices.
• Recruit, hire, and promote staff; oversee performance evaluations and disciplinary actions.
• Lead emergency response planning and drills, including active shooter and CPTED integration.
• Assist in annual operating budget development and cost analyses for programs and equipment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Public relations

Administrative skills

Staff recruitment

Policy development

Supervisory abilities

Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related field

Master's degree preferred

Georgia POST certification

Valid Georgia driver's license

Tools

RMS

PowerSchool

MDT

Job description

Job Description

PRIMARY FUNCTION

This position performs advanced exempt professional work assisting the Assistant Chief in managing the operations of the Department ensuring the coordination of activities with other operating units. This position is responsible for administrative, operations and patrol functions of the department. This position is responsible for working with the Assistant Chief in the planning, developing, implementing, and directing of departmental activities and staff in providing district-wide law enforcement and security services. This position assumes the responsibility of the Assistant Chief in his absence.

REPORTS TO

Assistant Chief of BOE Police

SALARY SCHEDULE

304

WORK DAYS

250

REQUIREMENTS

Education Level

Education and Experience

Required

• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, Public Administration, or a related field (Master's preferred).
• Minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible law enforcement experience, including at least three (3) to five (5) years at the command level (Lieutenant or higher); experience in educational or school law enforcement preferred.
• Georgia P.O.S.T. certification or the ability to obtain certification within the established timeframe.
• Valid Georgia driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Criminal Justice Administration or related field.
• Six (6) years of law enforcement supervisory experience.
• Graduation from a recognized command-level institute (e.g., FBI National Academy, Southern Police Institute, or equivalent) is highly desirable.

Licenses, Certifications, and other Requirements

Required

• Certified by the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training council (POST) as a police officer.
• Eligible for Georgia Professional Standards Support Certificate.
• Must pass a Background Investigation with Polygraph.
• Criminal History Record and Sex Offender Registry Checks.
• Must pass a Psychological Exam.
• Must pass a Drug Test.
• Must maintain a valid Georgia driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Preferred

• Possession of the Supervisory/Management Post Certificate.

Experience, Skill, and Certification

• Knowledge of state and federal laws pertaining to crime, safety, and security.
• Knowledge of training/teaching techniques for law enforcement personnel.
• Knowledge of public relations and crime prevention programs.
• Knowledge of Board policies and procedures.
• Strong organizational and supervisory skills.
• Strong interpersonal/communication skills.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills, as well as \"public relations\" skills.
• Communication skills, including clarity, tact, courtesy, and calm during stressful situations.
• Ability to interpret and explain laws, rules, policies, and procedures; and to apply them appropriately.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written communications.
• Ability to work with principals, administrators, and other school personnel.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out but may be considered incidental in the performance of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties herein described.

Models and ensures appropriate workplace behavior that reflects the values of Savannah Chatham County Public School System and the Board of Education; represents program goals, objectives, and needs before local, state and federal agencies, community groups and the public.

Plans, directs, monitors, and evaluates activities of assigned division; keeps abreast of legal issues, laws and their interpretations, and developments in the field of law enforcement; develops policies and procedures to ensure all police activities are conducted in proper and legal manner.

Plans, organizes, and directs all departmental administrative, operational functions, and activities on assigned shifts.

Reviews personnel related issues and makes recommendations to Assistant Chief on actions to be taken; ensures that department and personnel policies and procedures are appropriately carried out; participates in recruitment and selection of new employees and promotions.

Promotes and ensures proper employee training and compliance with BOE school safety program and department safety procedures; ensure all equipment, materials, and work conditions are adequately maintained to prevent accidents.

Assists in the development of the annual operating budget; researches and provides cost analysis and justification for new programs or equipment.

Monitor the department fleet maintenance, patrol activities, fire and intrusion alarms, staff assignments and evaluations.

Ensures departmental responsibility for line level complaint investigation and disciplinary actions.

Reviews all criminal activity and other investigation reports generated by the operational staff and takes or recommends appropriate action. Determines if crime has been committed and takes appropriate action accordingly.

Serves as a member of the emergency response team and is primarily responsible for participating and planning emergency drills with the emergency response team. Responsibilities to include active shooter, impact of terrorism on school safety, threats assessment, lockdowns, and evacuations.

Coordinates with principals and site administrators to ensure the effective delivery of on-site security and law enforcement services consistent with the Savannah-Chatham County Board of Education's School Safety Program. Collaborates with school leadership to assess campus vulnerabilities, develop and maintain layered security protocols, and integrate Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) strategies.

Coordinates Board of Education Police Department (BOEPD) services with municipal, county, state, and federal law enforcement agencies, as well as prosecutors' offices and juvenile and superior courts, to ensure seamless coordination of investigations, enforcement activities, and information sharing. Collaborates on incidents that cross jurisdictional boundaries to ensure continuity of response, proper chain of custody, and unified command in accordance with the National Incident Management System (NIMS) and Incident Command System (ICS) protocols.

Maintains comprehensive knowledge of current laws, case rulings, and regulatory changes affecting the operations of Board of Education Police Department (BOEPD). Ensures departmental compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal statutes, as well as constitutional protections and the civil rights of students, staff, and the public.

Develops, reviews, and recommends updates to departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure alignment with best practices in school-based policing, juvenile justice, and educational law enforcement.

Provides guidance to district administrators and departmental personnel regarding new or amended legal requirements impacting BOEPD operations, including procedures for juvenile engagements, custodial interviews, and diversion protocols that emphasize student safety, due process, and restorative approaches.

Participates in screening, hiring, assigning, and evaluating department staff.

Develops department budget development, payroll and administration.

Operates and maintains proficiency in the use of department-issued equipment and technology essential to school-based law enforcement operations. This includes mobile and portable radios, firearms, less-lethal devices, telephone systems, copiers, computers, and other administrative tools.

Utilizes the Records Management System (RMS), PowerSchool, Mobile Data Terminal (MDT), and district alert and notification software to document incidents, access student and safety data, and coordinate responses in real time.

Maintains compliance with accreditation standards to support transparency, accountability, and efficient coordination within the Board of Education Police Department's layered security and school safety operations.

Ensures the accuracy, security, and timely entry of all operational data into authorized systems, including but not limited to Records Management System (RMS), PowerSchool, Mobile Data Terminal (MDT), and district alert software. Coordinates with the Data Analyst and designated district personnel to verify data integrity, cross-reference reports, and maintain compliance with departmental reporting standards.

Monitors the flow of information between school sites, administrative offices, and partner agencies to ensure that records, reports, and alerts are shared appropriately and in accordance with confidentiality requirements under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), the Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) security policy, and departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Performs other duties as necessary for the effectiveness of the organization.

Terms of Employment

Savannah-Chatham County Public School System has the right to revise this job description at any time and it does not in any way represent a contract of employment. Incumbents will be considered \"at will\" and appropriate pay will be determined based on the assigned pay grade and allowable experience.

This position is considered to be \"essential personnel, critical staff\" when there is an event that creates security challenges or disruptions to district operations. This position may be required to work during identified periods of an emergency as defined in Policy Regulation GBRB-R, Title: Professional Personnel Time Schedules.

Work Environment

Employees in this classification are normally exposed to a typical school or related campus environment. There will be prolonged periods of standing or walking, and there may be frequent bending, stooping, or stretching. There are occasions that require the lifting or pulling of equipment or supplies, running, or other demanding physical activity. Reading, listening, writing, and speaking are requirements. There are occasional exceptional physical or sensory demands that may include exposure to unfavorable or potentially dangerous conditions.

Duties are performed primarily in the field and school environments, with occasional office duties. Requires travel to various locations in Chatham County and other locations throughout the United States as required.

Requires driving a district vehicle.

Performs work safely in accordance with department and Savannah-Chatham County Public School System.

EXCEPTIONAL PHYSICAL OR SENSORY DEMANDS

Heavy lifting of up to fifty (50) pounds.

Other: Incumbents may be required to restrain students or adults in potentially violent situations. There may be circumstances that require climbing, stooping, lifting, running, crawling, and other demanding physical activity. Eyesight may be corrected but must be very good even in low light. Long periods of seated travel by car between locations will be required. There may be prolonged periods of standing and walking. Incumbents carry firearms and must be willing to use them if necessary