Director, Campus Police, University of Minnesota Duluth
The University of Minnesota
Duluth (UMD) is the second largest of the five campuses of the
University of Minnesota system and enrolls more than 11,700 students.
UMD offers a wide selection of undergraduate majors,
and grants degrees through Ph.D.
Duluth, the fourth largest city in Minnesota, is located on the north
shore of Lake Superior. With a population of approximately 85,000,
Duluth has been rated by Money magazine as one of the top four
Midwestern small cities, based on livability. The Duluth
metropolitan area consists of a bustling population of approximately
276,000. Duluth has more than 11,000 acres of park space, where citizens
can rock-climb, walk, ski, bike, hike, golf, fish, rollerblade, and
view wildlife, all within city limits.
To learn more information about UMD and Duluth, visit the following sites:
*UMD Home Page: http://www.d.umn.edu/
*UMD Campus Climate: http://www.d.umn.edu/chancellor/climate/
*About Duluth: http://visitduluth.com/home.php
The University of Minnesota Duluth is currently accepting applications for the position of
Director of the UMD Police Department
(Captain of Police). This position reports to the Vice Chancellor for
Finance and Operations and has the overall responsibility for the
complex operations of the
UMD Campus Police. The department size consists of nine officers and
two staff members.
The Director, Campus Police is a key member of the campus leadership
team that is committed to excellence and dedicated to achieving the
department's mission. The primary role is to assure a safe and secure
environment for the campus
and to partner with other campus and university units and the community
to promote the highest level of cooperative services that are in the
best interests of the campus. The following are some duties and
responsibilities associated with this position:
- Oversee
the complex operations of the UMD Police Department under his/her
direction in accordance with all laws, ordinances and Regent's rules
pertaining to the University
of Minnesota.
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Establishes departmental hiring procedures, selection processes, and decides on final selections.
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Responsible for representing UMD on MPEA contract management and negotiations and managing the internal grievance process.
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Direct
the department in a manner that reflects the campus commitment to
equity and diversity and assure the campus is well-represented in these
efforts across campus
and in the community.
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Meets
with University department heads to work out arrangements for police
coverage or to solve problems in a harmonious manner.
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Investigates
complaints relative to service or subordinates or assigns
investigations to subordinate lieutenant or sergeants.
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Has
discretionary control of the budget and staffing and reports directly
to the vice chancellor. Manages the fiscal responsibilities of the unit
in accordance with
all University policies and procedure. These include budgeting,
expenditure- and income-forecasting, and long range fiscal planning
(current budget is $1.25 million).
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Participates in major decision-making and strategic planning which affects campus -wide operations and activities.
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Responsible
for developing and implementing short-term and long-range strategies
for achieving the goals within campus and is involved in the development
and execution
of related policies and procedures.
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Supervise
subordinate supervisors/leads and police officers, including the right
to transfer, suspend, terminate, assign, reward and discipline employees
as well as
directing the work and adjusting the grievances of employees.
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Communicate
effectively, orally and in writing, to a diverse range of audiences and
maintain a commitment to the University's goals to encourage equity and
diversity
and promote a welcoming campus environment.
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Work
with appropriate agencies and organizations, both on and off campus, to
plan and implement programs involving the safety and security of the
people and property
of the University of Minnesota Duluth community.
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Oversee
the creation and implementation of crime prevention and personal safety
educational programs and work with Student Life and other units on
campus for successful
implementation of those programs.
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Develop
and maintain positive, effective working relationships within the
department and with individuals and organizations, both on campus and
off campus. Serve as
an effective member of campus and non-campus committees.
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Routinely
interact with various departments on campus such as Facilities
Management. Environmental Health & Safety, Housing, Athletics and
Kirby Student Center ensuring
safety, security, and the protection of lives and property of all who
live, work or visit our campus.
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Handle
conflicts in a calm, helpful and productive manner which indicates a
willingness to look at alternative solutions to problems.
Candidate Qualifications:
Required:
1. Bachelor's degree required - BA/BS degree in Criminal Justice or
equivalent combination of education and Police Officer experience,
2. 1 year as Police Lieutenant or 3 years as Police Sergeant.
3. Eligible to be licensed as a Peace Officer by the MN P.O.S.T. Board.
4. One year supervisory or lead work experience
Individuals from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.
The University of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer.
To Apply:
Apply online at employment.umn.edu with the requisition #176203. To
successfully complete an application for this position you will need:
1. A complete resume.
2. A photocopy of the required license (if currently have) or a
statement of the ability to obtain one as an Additional Document 1
3. Academic transcript(s) as an Additional Document 2
4. A list of the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three
references (including a supervisor, a co-worker, and a community member)
who may be contacted.
**Your application will not be complete without the above documentation attached to your on line application** |
