Chief of Police (POLICE CHF MGR 4)

Minimum Qualifications: Must possess a current California POST Management Certificate issued by the Commission on Peace Officers' Standards and Training, or ability to obtain this certificate within one year of appointment for out-of-state candidates. Must posses a Class C California Drivers License or the ability to secure the same license quickly after hire. Must enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program. Bachelor’s Degree in criminal justice, public or business administration, or similar discipline. Achieved the rank of Captain or above, required. Command level experience in leading and managing a law enforcement workforce. Knowledge of criminal justice system with emphasis on the role of law enforcement as it relates to other agencies within the system, particularly prosecutors and the courts. Knowledge of current police methods and procedures, including apprehension and arrest, criminal investigations, collection and presentation of evidence, and police record keeping. Knowledge of police operating rules and regulations. Working knowledge of Peace Officers Bill of Rights (POBR). Knowledge of pertinent case law. Skills to understand and interpret the rules and regulations of the Police Department, pertinent University and City ordinances and regulations, State and Federal laws and court decisions. Oral and written communication skills to develop written narratives, reports, memoranda, correspondence, department policies, procedures and related material and convey them to a diverse community. Decision making skills to conduct both routine and complex tasks that require knowledge of law, case law and personnel. Organizational skills to achieve timely progress on multiple simultaneous complex projects, distribute effort appropriately among the projects, meet deadlines and maintain a high level of productivity. Skills to use police equipment and law enforcement technology, including computer hardware and software, vehicles, firearms, and non-lethal weapons. Knowledge to assess performance and communications skills to provide accurate and timely feedback, resolve problems/conflicts, and build effective team environment. Skills to develop logical plans, evaluating alternatives and anticipating risks, obstacles, and likely consequences. Skills to assess, prioritize, organize and direct others in major event planning or incident response.

Preferred Qualifications: Master’s Degree preferred Attendance at an advanced law enforcement executive leadership program, such as the FBI National Academy or the Senior Management Institute for Police preferred Command-level experience leading and managing a large and complex law enforcement workforce at a multi-site organization, ideally at a university and/or medical center, or similarly complex organization.

Key Responsibilities: Police Operations And Administration (50%)Leads two full-service, 24/7/365 police operations on the Davis and Sacramento campuses of significant size and scale. Administers satellite security operations on both campuses for specialized and high-risk areas. Facilitates public safety services for numerous outlying research facilities and clinics. Serves as overall commander during an emergency where law enforcement is the lead agency, such as during credible threats, civil unrest, major crimes, and active assailants. Leads the rapid response and deploys appropriate resources during a threat or incident. Oversees activities for the safety and protection of controversial speakers, foreign dignitaries, US politicians, and UC officials when they visit UC Davis. Oversees patrols of campuses and deploys proactive measures to mitigate crime. Leads the 911 Dispatch and Security Operations Center, a centralized hub serving both the Davis and Sacramento campuses for emergency dispatch and physical-security monitoring during an incident. Communicates to the UC Davis community, such as through Warn Me and Aggie Alert, as required by federal law or as deemed necessary to alert and keep the UC Davis community aware of public safety concerns. Communicates highly sensitive matters with empathy to impacted individuals and groups. Manages recruitment efforts for both sworn and non-sworn UCDPD staff. Recruits a workforce that is reflective of UC Davis’s diverse community. Manages and mentors UCDPD staff, leading the team through change and growth. Works through employee & labor relations situations, including working with police and other UC unions. Ensures UCDPD training is contemporary and meets or exceeds California POST and ICLEA accreditation standards. Improves department morale by measuring engagement and developing action plans to improve engagement. Reviews investigation reports issued by the UC Davis Police Accountability Board (PAB) and incorporates their recommendations into training, policies, and operations. The PAB is an independent civilian board of students, faculty and staff that investigate complaints against UC Davis police officers or security personnel and makesrecommendations to the Chief that promote accountability, transparency, and trust. With support from budget and finance experts, manages an annual operating budget and allocates financial resources within UCDPD. Accepts fiduciary responsibility for complying with university policy, such as in the procurement of services, equipment, and goods. Stewards all university resources entrusted to UCDPD, including weapons, equipment, fleet, and other physical assets. Establish department’s strategy goals and objectives. Provides guidance to UCDPD’s management team to drive decisions and actions are consistent with organizational goals. Establishes effective measures fororganizational achievement. Sets high standards and supports continuous improvement. Serves as a highly visible university leader who is viewed by stakeholders across both campuses as an approachable, respected, and collaborative subject-matter expert. Continually strives to more effectively engage with the UC Davis’s diverse community, such as through various outreach efforts. Advises