Police Major

The Police Major is a senior command officer responsible for the management, supervision, and administration of assigned divisions, units, or operational functions within the University Police Department. The Police Major assists the Chief of Police in planning, implementing, evaluating, and managing public safety and law enforcement operations while ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, university policies, and professional policing standards.

The Police Major provides leadership and oversight to sworn and civilian personnel, coordinates daily departmental operations, and works collaboratively with university leadership and community law enforcement partners to promote a safe and secure campus environment. The position emphasizes community-oriented policing, student success, emergency preparedness, and the protection of life and property.

Work is performed under the general direction of the Chief of Police and is evaluated through meetings, reports, operational outcomes, and annual performance evaluations. The Police Major may serve as the officer in charge during designated shifts or when assigned by the Chief of Police.

• Assists the Chief of Police in planning, directing, and evaluating departmental operations and strategic initiatives.
• Provides direct supervision, leadership, and mentorship to assigned Lieutenants, Sergeants, sworn officers, and civilian personnel.
• Oversees the daily operations of assigned divisions, ensuring efficient coordination of patrol, investigations, communications, evidence management, and support services.
• Assists in the development, implementation, and review of departmental policies, procedures, rules, and regulations to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and university policies, including the Clery Act and Title IX.
• Monitors operational performance and recommends improvements to staffing, deployment strategies, and service delivery.
• Assists with budget planning, equipment procurement, personnel allocation, and resource management for assigned areas.
• Reviews reports, investigations, use-of-force incidents, complaints, and other operational documentation to ensure compliance with departmental standards.
• Supervises major investigations, critical incidents, special events, and emergency response operations while ensuring adherence to the Incident Command System (ICS) when appropriate.
• Coordinates emergency preparedness planning, disaster response, and continuity of operations for assigned functions.
• Oversees evidence and property management to ensure compliance with chain-of-custody procedures and applicable legal requirements.
• Serves as a liaison with university departments and local, county, state, and federal law enforcement agencies to coordinate public safety initiatives.
• Assists in developing crime prevention initiatives and community policing programs that promote positive relationships between the University Police Department and the campus community.
• Conducts personnel evaluations, recommends promotions, oversees disciplinary actions, and identifies employee training and professional development needs.
• Responds to complex incidents, citizen complaints, and sensitive personnel or operational matters requiring command-level attention.
• Assists in preparing reports, statistical analyses, accreditation documentation, and compliance reports for university administration and external agencies.
• Represents the Police Department at meetings, committees, community events, and university functions as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Chief of Police.

• Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice or a closely related field from an accredited college or university required.
• Minimum of eight years of certified law enforcement experience, including at least three years serving in an executive command-level position (Lieutenant rank or above preferred).
• Experience supervising personnel, evaluating performance, conducting investigations, managing operations, and implementing departmental policies and procedures.
• Alabama Peace Officers’ Standards and Training (APOST) certification, or the ability to obtain certification within six months of employment.
• Completion of advanced law enforcement leadership training such as the FBI National Academy, Southern Police Institute, FLETC, Alabama Association of Chiefs of…