Assistant Chief of Police

Position Summary:

The Assistant Chief of University Police supports the Chief of Police in managing and directing the operations of the University Police Department. This position ensures the safety and security of students, faculty, staff, and visitors while maintaining compliance with university policies and federal/state laws.

• Assist in planning, organizing, and supervising all departmental activities, including patrol, investigations, and emergency response.
• Oversee daily operations and personnel management, including scheduling, training, and performance evaluation of officers.
• Support the development and implementation of security policies, crime prevention programs, and emergency preparedness plans.
• Act as second-in-command during critical incidents and assume leadership in the Chief's absence.
• Coordinate with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies to ensure effective collaboration.
• Monitor compliance with regulatory standards and maintain accurate crime and incident reporting.
• Promote positive community relations and campus engagement initiatives.
• Assists in ensuring the department plays a critical role in emergency preparedness and response.
• Assists in producing Clergy and Crime data reports
• Serves as a secondary liaison to external law enforcement agencies.
• Assist in leading the Mississippi Valley State University Police Department's mission of providing a comprehensive, all-hazards approach to emergency management preparedness through prevention, protection, mitigation, response and recovery.

• Associate's degree in Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement or related field.
• Certification by the Mississippi Board on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Training.
• Ten (10) years of full-time experience in law enforcement experience
• Five (5) years of supervisory experience
• Certified by Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in ics: 100, 200, 300, and 400 and IS: 700 and 800 (or their equivalents for law enforcement) prior to appointment to the position.
• Strong leadership, communication, and crisis management skills.
• Demonstrated experience managing emergency preparedness, knowledge of principles of effective police patrol, community policing, physical security, traffic control, criminal investigations, and crime prevention.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local law.
• Has the ability to work under pressure and react quickly to and manage a variety of emergency situations; knowledge of current police practices and computer/law enforcement applications.
• Flexibility in work schedule including evening and weekend hours.

• Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, Emergency Management or related field.
• Fifteen (15) years of full-time experience in law enforcement.
• Ten (10) years of supervisory experience at increasing levels of responsibility beyond mere first-line supervisor (i.e., Commander, Captain, etc.)
• Experience working in a law enforcement capacity on a college campus.
• Experience working with diverse populations, specifically students.
• Knowledge of courtroom procedures and laws.