Police Lieutenant

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

This is a mid-level management position. As a mid-level manager, the incumbent manages personnel, ensures adherence to GUPD policy and directives, and oversees the daily GUPD administrative and/or operational functions. This oversight is over all GUPD service functions which may include Patrol, Community Engagement/Special Events, Criminal Investigations, Support and Special Services assignments. Lieutenant may supervise, oversee and coordinate daily activities of police operations, investigations, special event management, recruitment and hiring, research, design, and implement training and certification requirements for sworn and non-sworn personnel.

The incumbent prepares staff reports, develops event action plans, and conduct internal investigations of citizen or internal complaints. The incumbent may be responsible for managing special events, student guards, and contract security functions. They will provide proximity and exercise delegated authority of the GUPD Command Staff so that critical decisions are made in a timely manner and quality of service is assured by evaluating operations and administrative functions, recommending or implementing improvements to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of activities.

The incumbent participates in compliance activities, assists with departmental policies, prepares reports and other documents as assigned. The incumbent may be assigned to either the Hilltop or Capitol Campus.

The Lieutenant position bridges the gap between front line employees (Sergeant/Officer) and the senior command staff (Captain and above). This position reports to the Administrative and or Operations Captain as designees of the Deputy Chief of Police. Lieutenant works independently with limited supervision. The incumbent may directly or indirectly, plan, organize, schedule, organize, and supervise Sergeants, Investigators, Communications Officers, Communications Specialists, Special Police Officers, Security Officers, Student Guard Managers, Student Guards, and may manage contract security.

The incumbent coordinates work activities with both internal and external GUPD partners. The Lieutenant serves as an incident commander, oversee investigations, assists with threat cases, and participates in complex and or sensitive incidents/events The incumbent is one of the “faces” of the Georgetown University Police Department.

• College degree required.

• Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible law enforcement experience related to public safety, including at least 2 years of supervisory experience required.

• 1 to 3 years of security, law enforcement or military experience is required.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen

• Must be at least 21 years of age.

• Must qualify for and maintain a Special Police Officer’s Commission.

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license with no violations in the last five years and must be able to pass Georgetown University Driver’s Certification.

• All applicants are subject to a written test, a report writing test, drug test, physical examination by a medical doctor to university specifications, and extensive psychological testing. Must be able to pass a comprehensive background investigation

• Must have current certification in Baton/OC Spray. Must have successfully completed the Consortium of Universities Law Enforcement Academy or equivalent training and certification from a civilian or military law enforcement academy

• Must possess basic to intermediate knowledge of criminal and civil law and police policies and…