What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lieutenant position at Inside Higher Ed?
Department
UPD Police-234401
Career Area
Police/Security
Posting Open Date
11/24/2025
Application Deadline
12/23/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Position Type
Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)
Working Title
Lieutenant
Appointment Type
EHRA Non-Faculty
Position Number
00018853
Vacancy ID
NF0009414
Full Time/Part Time
Full-Time Permanent
Fte
1
Hours Per Week
40
Position Location:
North Carolina, US
Hiring Range
$99,757 - $103,170
Proposed Start Date
01/05/2026
Be a Tar Heel!:
A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
Primary Purpose Of Organizational Unit
UNC Police supports the University’s core mission of teaching, research, and public service by developing partnerships that, through the encouragement of problem-solving and communications, seek to identify and address public safety needs with professionalism and integrity, all while protecting North Carolina’s future.
Position Summary
UNC Police Lieutenant is a first line Police Commander. Responsibilities of this position include supervisory and managerial duties in directing a Police function such as a Patrol Squad, Community Response Unit, Criminal Investigations Section, Internal Affairs, or CALEA/IACALEA Accreditation. Six Police Lieutenants report directly to a Division Commander and one Police Lieutenant reports directly to the Chief of Police. Lieutenant duties can include management and supervision of a patrol unit, CRU, or the Criminal Investigations Section, or investigating citizen complaints, preparing Administrative Reviews, and managing the department’s compliance with law enforcement standards.
Police Lieutenants work with minimal supervision in daily managerial and administrative functions in a complex 24/7/365 work environment. Any Police Lieutenant may be required to take command of any operational situation on campus and is responsible for demonstrating command presence and managing personnel and other resources to mitigate and resolve the situation. Police Lieutenants direct the actions of any Police line personnel (Officers and Sergeants) as part of the chain of command. All Police Lieutenants are responsible for exercising independent judgment and competencies commensurate with a Police middle management position. Police Lieutenants evaluate appropriateness of officer responses; designate assignments; manage criminal or internal affairs investigations, direct needed resources; and interpret laws, ordinances, and department policies and procedures.
Duties may include orientation, review, and training of officers, conducting pre-shift briefings, reviewing reports and investigations, activity coordination, supervising CALEA and IACALEA compliance, and providing input concerning operational planning.
Minimum Education And Experience Requirements
A minimum of a bachelor’s degree or greater and 6 years of sworn law enforcement officer experience or an associate’s degree and 8 years of sworn law enforcement officer experience. At least 3 years of the experience requirement must have been in a supervisory role equivalent to a Police Sergeant or greater. Current certification from NC CJETSC as a commissioned police officer or certification eligible within an agency specified time frame.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience
Candidate must have progressively responsible experience in law enforcement, including supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. The successful candidate will demonstrate an understanding and support of the community oriented policing philosophy. Candidate must have the ability to direct sworn police officers in one of the Police Operations Units including but not limited to evaluating the work of others; exercise independent judgment in the interpretation, application and enforcement of state laws and regulations; develop work assignments and responsibilities to achieve short-range goals and objectives for the assigned squad/unit; policies of the organization; ability to manage the development of assigned officers to include, coaching, counseling, disciplining, and performance evaluation; inspire others, building trust through actions and creating a culture of ethical principle; plan and support the training and development of squad/unit officer; the candidate must have the knowledge and skills to apply the laws regulating the rights of suspects, search and seizure, maintaining the chain of evidence, arrest authority, and the appropriate use of force. The ability to apply emergency response principles and techniques; possess the skills in the use of firearms,, and other equipment used in enforcement; ability to act quickly and intelligently in emergency situations; effectively carry out oral and written instructions; and effectively communicate and deal with the public and the campus community. The candidate for this position will be considered an ‘ESSENTIAL’ Emergency Duty Employee. This means that the position is one that is necessary to ensure University operations continue uninterrupted during periods of adverse weather and/or other emergency situations, including those that require the University to close. As such the employee in this position will be required to report to work according to their usual schedule, or upon notification to report outside of their usual work schedule. Work schedule: 48 hours one week, 36 hours second week. Rotating shifts, Dupont Schedule. Applicants must be eligible for immediate certification in accordance with the provisions of North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission. Candidate must be able to satisfy the physical standards requirement of a sworn police officer as mandated by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission; must have a valid North Carolina Driver’s License.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience
Prefer candidate that has acquired an Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university and has 5 years law enforcement experience, 2 of which with the UNC Chapel Hill Police Department. Prefer candidate that has law enforcement supervisory experience.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Position involves being able to subdue resisting suspects and effect forcible arrests; must be able to defend oneself; operating a law enforcement vehicle under emergency conditions during day and night; pursuing fleeing suspects; performing searches of people and buildings involving feeling and detecting objects; exercising independent judgement in determining when to use force and to what degree; comprehending legal documents including citations, affidavits, and warrants; commanding emergency personnel at accidents, emergencies, and disasters. Candidate must meet physical and psychological requirements of the North Carolina Criminal Education and Standards Commission.
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Clery Act. This position will be required to report Clery crimes to the Clery Compliance Manager and complete annual training about reporting responsibilities.
UPD Police-234401
Career Area
Police/Security
Posting Open Date
11/24/2025
Application Deadline
12/23/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Position Type
Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)
Working Title
Lieutenant
Appointment Type
EHRA Non-Faculty
Position Number
00018853
Vacancy ID
NF0009414
Full Time/Part Time
Full-Time Permanent
Fte
1
Hours Per Week
40
Position Location:
North Carolina, US
Hiring Range
$99,757 - $103,170
Proposed Start Date
01/05/2026
Be a Tar Heel!:
A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
Primary Purpose Of Organizational Unit
UNC Police supports the University’s core mission of teaching, research, and public service by developing partnerships that, through the encouragement of problem-solving and communications, seek to identify and address public safety needs with professionalism and integrity, all while protecting North Carolina’s future.
Position Summary
UNC Police Lieutenant is a first line Police Commander. Responsibilities of this position include supervisory and managerial duties in directing a Police function such as a Patrol Squad, Community Response Unit, Criminal Investigations Section, Internal Affairs, or CALEA/IACALEA Accreditation. Six Police Lieutenants report directly to a Division Commander and one Police Lieutenant reports directly to the Chief of Police. Lieutenant duties can include management and supervision of a patrol unit, CRU, or the Criminal Investigations Section, or investigating citizen complaints, preparing Administrative Reviews, and managing the department’s compliance with law enforcement standards.
Police Lieutenants work with minimal supervision in daily managerial and administrative functions in a complex 24/7/365 work environment. Any Police Lieutenant may be required to take command of any operational situation on campus and is responsible for demonstrating command presence and managing personnel and other resources to mitigate and resolve the situation. Police Lieutenants direct the actions of any Police line personnel (Officers and Sergeants) as part of the chain of command. All Police Lieutenants are responsible for exercising independent judgment and competencies commensurate with a Police middle management position. Police Lieutenants evaluate appropriateness of officer responses; designate assignments; manage criminal or internal affairs investigations, direct needed resources; and interpret laws, ordinances, and department policies and procedures.
Duties may include orientation, review, and training of officers, conducting pre-shift briefings, reviewing reports and investigations, activity coordination, supervising CALEA and IACALEA compliance, and providing input concerning operational planning.
Minimum Education And Experience Requirements
A minimum of a bachelor’s degree or greater and 6 years of sworn law enforcement officer experience or an associate’s degree and 8 years of sworn law enforcement officer experience. At least 3 years of the experience requirement must have been in a supervisory role equivalent to a Police Sergeant or greater. Current certification from NC CJETSC as a commissioned police officer or certification eligible within an agency specified time frame.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience
Candidate must have progressively responsible experience in law enforcement, including supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. The successful candidate will demonstrate an understanding and support of the community oriented policing philosophy. Candidate must have the ability to direct sworn police officers in one of the Police Operations Units including but not limited to evaluating the work of others; exercise independent judgment in the interpretation, application and enforcement of state laws and regulations; develop work assignments and responsibilities to achieve short-range goals and objectives for the assigned squad/unit; policies of the organization; ability to manage the development of assigned officers to include, coaching, counseling, disciplining, and performance evaluation; inspire others, building trust through actions and creating a culture of ethical principle; plan and support the training and development of squad/unit officer; the candidate must have the knowledge and skills to apply the laws regulating the rights of suspects, search and seizure, maintaining the chain of evidence, arrest authority, and the appropriate use of force. The ability to apply emergency response principles and techniques; possess the skills in the use of firearms,, and other equipment used in enforcement; ability to act quickly and intelligently in emergency situations; effectively carry out oral and written instructions; and effectively communicate and deal with the public and the campus community. The candidate for this position will be considered an ‘ESSENTIAL’ Emergency Duty Employee. This means that the position is one that is necessary to ensure University operations continue uninterrupted during periods of adverse weather and/or other emergency situations, including those that require the University to close. As such the employee in this position will be required to report to work according to their usual schedule, or upon notification to report outside of their usual work schedule. Work schedule: 48 hours one week, 36 hours second week. Rotating shifts, Dupont Schedule. Applicants must be eligible for immediate certification in accordance with the provisions of North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission. Candidate must be able to satisfy the physical standards requirement of a sworn police officer as mandated by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission; must have a valid North Carolina Driver’s License.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience
Prefer candidate that has acquired an Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university and has 5 years law enforcement experience, 2 of which with the UNC Chapel Hill Police Department. Prefer candidate that has law enforcement supervisory experience.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Position involves being able to subdue resisting suspects and effect forcible arrests; must be able to defend oneself; operating a law enforcement vehicle under emergency conditions during day and night; pursuing fleeing suspects; performing searches of people and buildings involving feeling and detecting objects; exercising independent judgement in determining when to use force and to what degree; comprehending legal documents including citations, affidavits, and warrants; commanding emergency personnel at accidents, emergencies, and disasters. Candidate must meet physical and psychological requirements of the North Carolina Criminal Education and Standards Commission.
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Clery Act. This position will be required to report Clery crimes to the Clery Compliance Manager and complete annual training about reporting responsibilities.
Salary : $99,757 - $103,170
