Senior Police Investigator

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University Safety and Security Services

Full time

Regular

Non-Exempt

Full On Campus Presence

Excluded

Under the direct supervision of the Assistant Vice President (AVP) of University Police Services, Emergency Management, and Transportation Programs, the Senior Police Investigator serves as the principal investigative resource for the American University Police Department (AUPD). This position is responsible for leading complex criminal, administrative, and internal investigations, overseeing threat assessments, and ensuring full compliance with Clery Act and related federal regulations.

The Senior Investigator develops and implements advanced investigative strategies, coordinates multi-agency investigative efforts, and provides senior-level consultation to AUPD leadership on crime trends, security risks, and policy development. This position requires specialized expertise in crime analysis, intelligence gathering, and risk mitigation, supporting the university’s commitment to campus safety and compliance.

The incumbent also plays a critical leadership role in training, mentoring, and advising police personnel on investigative best practices and emerging security threats.

• Leads high-level and sensitive investigations involving criminal activity, student misconduct, employee misconduct, fraud, and external threats impacting American University.
• Develops and implements advanced investigative strategies, including surveillance, intelligence gathering, forensic analysis, and behavioral threat assessments.
• Conducts comprehensive interviews of victims,