Police Lieutenant

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Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912
Our Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904

The mission of the Augusta University Police Department is to promote a safe atmosphere in which the university's teaching, discovery, clinical care and service mission can be successful. This is accomplished through traditional and progressive law enforcement practices and strong community partnership.

The Lieutenant is responsible for meeting the law enforcement and public safety needs of the University community and is responsible for the overall supervision and daily operations of a unit within the assigned division. The person in this role provides supervision to all assigned personnel, evaluates personnel performance and directs the activities of the entire unit. The Lieutenant's duties include specialties in some or all of the following areas: law enforcement on and around the university campus, standards and training, criminal investigations, crime prevention, motorist assistance, traffic enforcement and police/security related technologies.

The duties include, but are not limited to:

• Responsible for overall leadership, management and supervision of a specific unit within a division of the police department and directs activities of the entire unit.
• Prepares and analyzes reports and cases, setting forth unit activities and appropriate recommendations for improved police procedures through training of members of the unit;
  If assigned to Division of Professional Standards, ensure that department members are trained to the highest standards in modern policing practice, trained in department's policy and procedure, USG standards and has complete oversight and administration of the department's FTO program;
  Ensure department members are in compliance with Georgia POST standards and have met all requirements on an ongoing basis.
• Research, analyze and implement modern police practices and methods of police administration, organization, operation, training and investigation through use of local, state and federal resources and trade associations and publications.
• Assess subordinates' job performance;
  Review reports and cases with subordinates as appropriate and provide guidance and direction through coaching and career development.
• May be responsible for development and implementation of incident Action Plans for large scale planned and unplanned events effected the safety and security of the community;
  May be responsible for planning, organizing and working special events for the University/AU Health.
• Performs the functions and duties of a Georgia POST police (peace) officer.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Educational Requirements

• Associate's degree in Criminal Justice or related field from an accredited college or university.
• OR
• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent from a recognized state or federal accrediting organization with…