Job Description

The Department of Public Safety at Iowa State University is seeking candidates for Police Captain of Professional Standards and Training.

While individual assignments may require special training, a Police Captain of Professional Standards and Training must be capable of serving within Field Services (Patrol) and Investigative & Threat Management Services.

The primary responsibility of a Police Captain of Professional Standards and Training is to direct the operations and management of evidence, accreditation and complaint investigations.

This position will provide leadership to supervisors and staff, as well as manage special events and review training planning and coordination.

This position will be responsible for developing and maintaining written directives and other operating procedures, including standards set forth by local, state and national accreditation programs.

This position will also serve in the absence of the Chief of Police and Assistant Chief of Police. The Police Captain of Professional Standards and Training will be a liaison with community and university stakeholders.

Iowa State University Police Department employees will support the Department’s vision and mission by operating in a fair, unbiased manner, which respects the rights and dignity of all individuals.

Department employees’ everyday actions are guided by the Department’s values of Respect, Integrity, Caring, Honor, Excellence and Service (RICHES) and be grounded in the highest ethical and professional standards.

Department employees are expected to work in partnership with the campus and area communities to provide leadership in solving community problems, preventing crime and providing a safe environment to fulfill the mission of the University.

Employees will strive for excellence in fulfilling the Department’s Mission and Vision Statements, values and goals.

This position serves at the pleasure of university administration and is exempt from certain P&S policies.

Example of Duties

• Directs the operations and management of one or more major functional areas of the University’s public safety unit.
• Provides communication, training, and outreach to stakeholders.
• Reviews, develops, implements, and recommends training programs.
• Assesses, plans, and evaluates area operational plans and deployments.
• Institutes and maintains standard operating procedures.
• Coordinates and supervises major case investigations.
• Oversees records, budgets, and departmental expenditures.
• Directs emergency response efforts.
• Manages supervisors and staff and provides day-to-day leadership.

Level Guidelines

• Provides input into annual departmental objectives and action plans
• Accountable for achievement of key annual objectives for a department
• Responsible for functional output of a department or work team
• Manages subordinate staff
• Has full management responsibility for direct reports, specifically the authority to hire, fire, and counsel
• May provide input to the budgeting process
• Requests approval for financial actions beyond a limited scope
• May provide input into financial decisions that impact department or work area

Appointment Type : Regular

Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year :

12 Month Work Period

Time Type : Full time

Full time

Pay Grade : PS811

PS811

Application Instructions :

To apply for this position, please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following :

1) Resume / Curriculum Vitae

2) Letter of Application / Cover Letter

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free : 1-877-477-7485.

Why Choose ISU?

Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as :

• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program

Original Posting Date :

May 6, 2024

Posting Close Date : May 31, 2024

May 31, 2024

Job Requisition Number :

R14607

Last updated : 2024-05-21