Operations Lieutenant (Administrator II)

Job Title

Operations Lieutenant

Classification

Administrator II

AutoReqId

542491

Department

University Police

Sub-Division

Vice President, Administration and Finance

Salary Range

Classification Range $4,812 - $15,449 per month

(Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $12,200 - $14,900 per month)

Appointment Type

At-Will

Time Base

Full Time

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

About CSUF

Standing on 241 acres in the heart of Southern California, the University was founded in 1957 and has grown into a population of over 40,000 students. As Titans, we believe that diverse perspectives deepen our understanding. We are committed to giving students the support they need to graduate, while responding to California’s revolving work force needs. At Cal State Fullerton we strive for continual improvement of students, staff, faculty, and administrators through orientations, training programs, and professional development opportunities. As part of the Titan Community, you have access to many campus facilities and services including but not limited to the Grand Central Art Center in Santa Ana, the Arboretum and Botanical Garden at Cal State Fullerton, cultural events and performances in the Clayes Performing Arts Center, Cal State Fullerton Athletics sports events, Titan Recreation Center, and the Employee Wellness Program.

Job Summary

It is an exciting time to join Cal State Fullerton as we are an in demand comprehensive University that is driven to shape the future of education and foster a vibrant community of diverse students, faculty, staff, and administrators who uphold values of inclusive excellence, free speech, and an environment free from discrimination. We are continuously seeking individuals from various career disciplines that share the University’s mission and core values. We warmly welcome you to consider joining the Titan Community where minds expand and opportunities flourish.

About the Position:

The Division of Administration and Finance provides services and support to over 45,000 diverse students, faculty, and staff at Cal State Fullerton. It is the mission of the Division to provide customer- focused support and steward our physical and financial resources in order to fulfill the university’s mission and support student success. As part of the Division, the Cal State Fullerton University Police Department (CSUF PD) provides contemporary law enforcement safety services including patrol, public safety, traffic, investigations, community engagement, crime prevention, security services, emergency management, and business continuity. We seek an exceptional individual to join our team as the Operations Lieutenant (Administrator II). The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude, an active, energetic mind, and a leadership style that is characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to diversity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Police, the Operations Lieutenant is responsible for providing leadership and management to personnel, as well as direct and indirect supervision of all personnel assigned to Patrol Operations. The Operations Lieutenant will actively ensure ongoing proper adherence of department’s policies by patrol personnel. The Operations Lieutenant is responsible for the protection of life and property and the enforcement of pertinent laws within the jurisdiction of CSUF PD under the authority provided by the California Penal Code, Educational Code, California State University (CSU), and other relevant legal mandates. The Operations Lieutenant will also be responsible for special event planning, firearms training, patrol fleet management, as well as management and supervision of the K9 officer, motorcycle officer, range master, officers assigned to North County SWAT, and liaison to campus partners and outside law enforcement agencies. The Operations Lieutenant is also expected to assist the Investigations Lieutenant in managing the Communications Unit.

The Operations Lieutenant shall represent CSUF PD and Cal State Fullerton by providing exceptional customer service while pursuing a holistic safety vision through a tiered safety system in order to support a safe, inclusive and welcoming university for Titans to thrive. As a member of the CSUF PD, supports efforts in promoting an inclusive environment and will contribute towards ensuring diversity, equity, and inclusion are incorporated in department operations, programs, and services. Will regularly interact with other university departments and outside agencies for the completion of tasks, projects, as well as serve on various assigned committees. Will perform other duties as assigned.

Diversity Statement

A Diversity Statement is required below, please be sure to address the following as a minimum. Please add additional information as you see necessary and applicable:

• What diversity means to you.

• A description of your experiences with a diverse range of individuals.

• A description of how issues of diversity have impacted you personally or professionally.

Essential Qualifications

A Bachelor Degree from an accredited university. At least ten years of law enforcement experience, including at least three years of experience at the rank of Sergeant and ten years of law enforcement. Has obtained a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Intermediate or Advanced Certificate and a Peace Officer Standards and Training Supervisory Certificate. Ability to earn POST Management Certificate within the first three years of appointment. Able to effectively communicate in writing and verbally. Demonstrated ability to promote an inclusive safety culture supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to complete the background check satisfactorily may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Preferred Qualifications

Master Degree in Criminal Justice, Sociology, Psychology, or related field. University law enforcement experience. Ability to converse in a second language.

License/Certifications

A Valid California Driver’s License. California P.O.S.T. Peace Officer status or satisfaction of requirement upon employment to enable incumbent to enforce applicable laws as required as a peace officer in the State of California.

Special Working Conditions

Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator

Must be able to operate emergency vehicle, firearms, computer, telephone, mobile phone, two-way radio and impact weapons.

Additional Information

California State University, Fullerton celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment where students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the University’s strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

As of January 1, 2022, the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

The scope of responsibilities for this position includes the making or participating in the making of decisions that may have a material financial benefit on the incumbent. Therefore, you will be required to file an initial “Conflict of Interest Form 700: Statement of Economic Interests” within thirty (30) days from date of hire and on an annual basis; and complete the CSU sponsored ethics on-line training within thirty (30) days of appointment, and at least once during each consecutive period of two calendar years following the appointment.

The person holding this position is considered a general mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with the requirement outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017.

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) position under the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. CSAs are responsible for reporting allegations of Clery Act Crimes reported to them or that they witness. CSA training is required.

Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool.

If you are applying for a staff position, please note that you are not eligible to work concurrently in a staff position and an Academic Student position such as a Graduate Assistant, Teaching Associate, Instructional Student Assistant, or Student Assistant position.

Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.

Employee/applicant who applies for a position may be required to successfully complete job-related performance test(s) as part of the selection process.

Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time). Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration.

California State University, Fullerton is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (i.e., H1-B Visas).

Advertised: Aug 29 2024 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: Sep 12 2024 Pacific Daylight Time

Closing Date/Time:

Fullerton, California 92831 United States View Map