GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Lieutenant shall act as the manager for the uniformed operations of the UMass Dartmouth Police Department; he/she shall be responsible for all operations of the department within his/her assigned area of campus; supervising of shift sergeants to include review of all officer activity, ensuring proper community oriented policing problem solving techniques are being utilized; coordination of follow-up action with detectives, community directors, student life staff, academic/administrative mangers and other shift officers. Additionally, the Lieutenant shall be the officer-in-charge of the department in the absence of the Deputy Chief/Chief and as such is responsible for the management of all functions and operations. In the absence of the on-duty sergeant he/she is responsible for uniformed shift, consisting of campus police officers, security officers and communication dispatchers. He/she is responsible for responding to major incidents and providing guidance to supervisory and patrol personnel.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED (Name and title of person from whom incumbent receives direction)
Works under the supervision of the Deputy Chief who makes general assignments and reviews work for his/her proper performance.
DIRECT REPORTING STAFF
Patrol Sergeant
THEIR STAFF
Police Officers, security officers and dispatchers
DETAILED STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Oversees all supervisory personnel, especially pertaining to responsibilities for patrol operations, investigations, and report writing. Coordination of major crime scenes and events which occur.
2. Continual review of day-to-day operations, ensuring consistent application and enforcement of departmental policies and procedures. In the event of violations of department rules and regulations, begin initial investigations and make recommendations to the Deputy Chief/Chief.
3. Review and report in detail on crimes occurring on respective shifts, other conditions and strategies and plans to address crimes, quality of life issues and/or other related public safety problems/issues.
4. Careful review and documentation of occurrences at each event and recommendations to the Deputy Chief/Chief for changes which may be necessary.
5. Ensure compliance with applicable accreditation standards.
6. As area manager, initiate and/or work with members of the department and the University community in defining and implementing problem solving techniques related to patrol operations.
7. Identify problems related to area crime trends, existing policies/procedures, and performance of supervisory personnel. Serve on relevant University committees as may be required by the Deputy Chief/Chief.
8. Work to develop training in areas responding to community and departmental needs and concerns.
9. Review and analyze Department operations and make recommendations to the Deputy Chief/Chief and provide training to line officers, with the assistance of the sergeants, to correct these deficiencies and problem areas resulting from failure to adhere to appropriate policies.
10. Oversee the inspection of uniforms and appearance of supervisory staff and appearance of patrol officers and that the code of professional standards is adhered to by all supervisors and officers.
11. Perform other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED AT HIRE (List knowledge, skills, and abilities)
Knowledge of the principles and correct usage of the English language including grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
Ability to give oral instructions in a precise, understandable manner.
Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with others.
Ability to deal tactfully with others.
Ability to interact with people who are under physical and/or emotional stress.
Ability to communicate effectively in oral expression.
Ability to maintain a calm manner in stressful and emergency situations.
Ability to make decisions and act quickly in dangerous or emergency situations.
Ability to exercise discretion in handling confidential information.
Ability to exercise sound judgment.
Ability to establish rapport with others.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to motivate others.
Ability to prepare general reports.
Ability to maintain accurate records.
Ability to use proper grammar, punctuation and spelling.
Ability to read, write and comprehend the English language.
Ability to work accurately with names, numbers, codes and/or symbols.
Ability to explain the provisions of the laws, rules and regulations governing assigned unit activities.
Ability to perform arithmetical computations with speed and accuracy (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division).
Ability to accurately record information provided orally.
Ability to gather information through observing and questioning individuals.
Ability to conduct interviews.
Ability to gather information by examining records and documents.
Ability to assemble items of information in accordance with established procedure.
Ability to utilize investigative techniques to obtain information.
Ability to understand and explain the laws, rules and regulations governing assigned unit activities.
Ability to explain the provisions of the laws, rules, regulations, procedures, guidelines, policies and standards governing assigned unit activities.
Ability to establish rapport with persons from different ethnic, cultural and/or social economic backgrounds.
Ability to analyze and determine the applicability of data, to draw conclusions and to make appropriate recommendations.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
Ability to coordinate the efforts of others in accomplishing assigned work objectives.
Ability to gather information through observing individuals.
Ability to give written instructions in a precise, understandable manner.
Ability to lift heavy objects or persons.
Ability to adapt to varying work situations.
Ability to stand and/or walk for prolonged periods of time.
Physical stamina and endurance.
Knowledge of the provisions of the state laws governing administrative hearings.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of police administration.
Knowledge of the techniques of conducting employee performance evaluations.
Knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of supervision.
Ability to determine proper format and procedure for assembling items of information.
Ability to write concisely to express thoughts clearly and develop ideas in logical order.
Ability to plan training or instruction.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED FOR UNIVERSITY POLICE LIEUTENANT
Knowledge of interviewing techniques.
Knowledge of investigative techniques.
Knowledge of the standard methods for identifying and preserving evidence.
Knowledge of safety practices and procedures followed in the care and use of firearms.
Knowledge of the terminology used in police/law enforcement work.
Knowledge of the fundamentals of criminal investigation.
Knowledge of types and uses of police protective alarm systems.
Knowledge of the techniques to be followed in the transportation of injured persons.
Knowledge of the standard methods used in fingerprint classification and identification.
Knowledge of the standard police procedures and techniques followed in foot and auto patrols.
Knowledge of the techniques used in police surveillance work.
Knowledge of the standard police methods used in collecting and preserving evidence.
Knowledge of the types and application of emergency medical procedures such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Knowledge of the terminology, codes and standard abbreviations used in connection with radio communication.
Knowledge of the methods and procedures followed in the security of building and property.
Knowledge of the standard procedures followed in operating fixed radio communications equipment.
Knowledge of the types and uses of equipment used in vehicular and pedestrian traffic control.
Knowledge of the standard methods and techniques of crowd management and riot control.
Knowledge of the methods followed in the care and maintenance of firearms.
Knowledge of the procedures and techniques used in transporting prisoners.
Knowledge of the types and uses of the devices used in restraining prisoners.
Knowledge of lifesaving techniques.
Knowledge of police inspection techniques.
Knowledge of clerical office practices and procedures, including office record keeping.
Knowledge of the types and availability of public and private organizations for providing medical and legal services.
Knowledge of the methods of general report writing.
Knowledge of the types and uses of fire protection equipment such as fire alarms and sprinkler systems.
Skill in the use of firearms and other tactical weapons and devices used in police work such as riot batons, handcuffs, etc.
Skill in using emergency medical equipment such as oxygen masks, resuscitators, etc.
Skill in operating motor vehicles at high speeds.
Ability to explain the procedures, guidelines, policies, etc. governing assigned unit activities.
Ability to supervise, including planning and assigning work according to the nature of the job to be accomplished, the capabilities of subordinates and available resources; controlling work through periodic reviews and/or evaluations; determining subordinates’ training needs and providing or arranging for such training; motivating subordinates to work effectively; determining the need for disciplinary action and either recommending or initiating disciplinary action.
Ability to recognize in others the types and symptoms of mental and/or emotional disorder.
Ability to read and interpret legal documents such as court decisions, briefs, court opinions, etc.
Ability to read and interpret such documents as maps, charts, building plans, etc.
Ability to lead a group of workers.
Ability to conduct training or instruction.
Ability to prepare and use charts, graphs and tables.
QUALIFICATIONS ACQUIRED ON JOB (List knowledge, skills, abilities)
Knowledge of the types and uses of agency forms.
Knowledge of the laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, guidelines, specifications and standards governing assigned unit activities.
Knowledge of the geographic composition of the assigned work area.
Knowledge of the applications of electronic data processing in police work.
Knowledge of the types and uses of firefighting equipment such as hoses, nozzles, etc.
Knowledge of the methods and techniques of firefighting.
Knowledge of the types and causes of fires.
Knowledge of the proper telephone procedures for making and receiving agency calls.
Knowledge of the types and availability of public and private organizations for providing health care services.
Knowledge of the provisions of the state laws governing administrative hearings.
Knowledge of the laws, rules, and court decisions governing the presentation and admissibility of evidence.
Knowledge of rescue methods used in firefighting.
Knowledge of the laws, rules and regulations governing arrest, search and seizure.
Skill in operating fingerprint equipment.
Skill in using firefighting apparatus such as extinguishers, etc.
Knowledge of interviewing techniques.
Knowledge of investigative techniques.
Knowledge of the standard methods for identifying and preserving evidence.
Knowledge of the safety practices and procedures followed in the use of firearms.
Knowledge of the types and symptoms of mental and/or emotional disorders.
Knowledge of the procedures followed in courtroom proceedings.
Knowledge of the terminology used in police work.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of police administration.
Knowledge of the standard methods used in fingerprint classification and identification.
Knowledge of the methods of general report writing.
Knowledge of the standard police procedures and techniques followed in foot and auto patrols.
Knowledge of the techniques used in police surveillance work.
Knowledge of the standard police methods used in identifying, collecting and preserving evidence.
Knowledge of the fundamentals of criminal investigation.
Knowledge of the terminology used in law enforcement work.
Knowledge of the types and uses of fire protection equipment such as fire alarms and sprinkler systems.
Knowledge of the types and application of emergency medical procedures such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Knowledge of the terminology, codes and standard abbreviations used in connection with radio communication.
Knowledge of the methods and procedures followed in the security of buildings and property.
Knowledge of the standards procedures followed in operating fixed radio communications equipment.
Knowledge of the methods and techniques of vehicular and pedestrian traffic control.
Knowledge of the types and uses of equipment used in vehicular and pedestrian traffic control.
Knowledge of the standard methods and techniques of crowd management and riot control.
Knowledge of the methods followed in the care and maintenance of firearms.
Knowledge of the procedures and techniques used in the transportation of prisoners.
Knowledge of the types and uses of devices used in restraining prisoners.
Knowledge of lifesaving techniques.
Knowledge of police inspection techniques.
Knowledge of clerical office practices and procedures including office record keeping.
Knowledge of the types and availability of public and private organizations for providing medical and legal services.
Skill in the use of firearms and other tactical weapons and devices used in police work such as riot batons, handcuffs, etc.
Skill in operating motor vehicles at high speeds.
Skill in operating facsimile transmitting equipment.
Skill in using emergency medical equipment such as oxygen masks, resuscitators, etc.
Ability to explain the procedures, guidelines, policies and standards governing assigned unit activities.
Ability to recognize in others the types and symptoms of mental and/or emotional disorders.
Ability to read and interpret legal documents such as court decisions, briefs, court opinions, etc.
Ability to read and interpret such documents as maps, charts, building, plans, etc.
Ability to prepare and use charts, graphs and tables.
Knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of supervision.
Knowledge of the techniques of conducting employee performance evaluations.
Knowledge of the principles and procedures of police administration.
Skill in operating photographic equipment.
Ability to determine proper format and procedure for assembling items of information.
Ability to write concisely, to express thoughts clearly and develop ideas in logical order.
Formal Command Training / Standards; Massachusetts Police Training Council
Certification in firearms proficiency / twice yearly.
Certification in First Aid & CPR as required under M.G.L. Chap. 111 s. 201
Knowledge of State laws, University and Department Rules and Regulations.
Specialized law enforcement skills; Certification/various aspects of Law Enforcement.
Department In-Service training as deemed necessary to perform job requirements in gaining new and advanced skills in law enforcement and human relations.
MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must have at least (A) three years of full-time, or equivalent part-time experience in a governmental police force or in law enforcement work and (B) of which at least one year must have been in a supervisory capacity, or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience per the Massachusetts Classification Specifications.
Applicants hired into the bargaining unit after January 1, 2008, shall be required to have a bachelor’s degree or combination of an associate degree and two (2) years of military experience to be considered for promotion to a Lieutenant.
A candidate shall have been employed with six (6) year experience as a sworn law enforcement officer having served three (3) years as a first line supervisor.
LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS –
Possession of a current and valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.
Appointee must be eligible for appointment as a police officer under Chapter 75 Section 32A.
Eligible to obtain Commonwealth of Massachusetts License to Carry Firearms Permit.
Appointee must successfully complete or be certified by a Massachusetts Criminal Justice Training Council Police Recruit Academy.
ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS
Duties are performed under a variety of conditions ranging from being indoors and not exposed to adverse conditions to being outdoors in inclement weather subject to an array of hazards as may be found at a traffic accident or at the site of downed electrical wires. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet in the office, and moderately noisy in the field.
MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Proficiency in all phases of duties performed. Must demonstrate logical, effective problem solving ability. Must be able to provide credible testimony in a court of law.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Physical Activity
Driving - Frequent
Walking - Frequent
Running - Frequent
Standing - Frequent
Stooping - Occasional
Climbing - Occasional
Crouching - Occasional
Pushing - Occasional
Jumping Over - Occasional
Pulling - Occasional
Carrying - Occasional
Reaching above head - Occasional
Lifting/Carrying (100 lbs.) - Occasional
Lowering - Occasional
Hand-wrist and elbow motion - Occasional
Grasping - Occasional
Holding - Occasional
Near Vision - Frequent
Far Vision - Frequent
Color Vision - Frequent
Peripheral Vision - Frequent
Depth Perception - Frequent
Adjust focus - Frequent
Talking - Frequent
Smell - Occasional
Good physical condition and vision, ability to hear and speak and full use of arms and legs. The employee may occasionally be required to physically subdue combative subjects and must maintain a level of physical ability accordingly. Must be able to demonstrate fitness for duty as determined by physiological tests.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED
Must be proficient in the operation and safety procedures of all equipment utilized by the University Police Department necessary to perform assigned tasks. Requires sufficient hand, eye, arm coordination and strength to physically restrain an adult and to operate a firearm.
Department: University Police Department
No. of Positions- 1
Internal/External- X
State Funded- X
Salary: $79,327.04 - $108,211.48
Hours: TBD
Grade: 19
Union: IBPO
UMass Dartmouth offers exciting benefits such as:
75% Employer-Paid Health Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life Insurance
Long Term Disability
State Pension Retirement Plan
Optional Retirement Savings Plans
Tuition Credit (Employee, Spouse, & Dependents)
Twelve (12) paid holidays
Paid personal, vacation, and sick time
And More!
Benefits for IBPO Union- IBPO
Applicants must be authorized for employment in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Employment-based visa sponsorship not available.
To apply please submit a letter of interest, current resume and the contact information for three professional references.
The deadline for internal applicants is 10/24/2023.
The review of applications will begin 10/25/2023 and will be ongoing.