Police Lieutenant

Responsibilities

• Supervise police officers acting as first responders to criminal incidents, fires, hazardous material spills, injuries, and vehicular accidents.
• Oversee the investigation of all criminal and non-criminal incidents to ensure thoroughness and accuracy.
• Monitor and ensure officers maintain a positive, professional presence throughout the campus and surrounding jurisdictions.
• Command an Emergency Operations Center during emergency conditions involving danger to life and property.
• Utilize crime prevention techniques and statistical information to develop proactive measures to reduce criminal occurrences.
• Coordinate policing efforts with Sinclair Regional learning centers and maintain proficiency in Clery Act and Title IX federal laws.
• Provide first-aid and CPR/AED techniques and supervise personnel during medical emergencies.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 6 years of full-time certified police officer experience.
• OPOTA certification or equivalent state police training certification.
• Current certification in the use of firearms (handgun, shotgun, and rifle).
• Current CPR/AED certification.
• Current TASER certification.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• In-depth knowledge of the U.S. Constitution, as well as Federal, State, and City laws.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills with the ability to diffuse volatile situations.

Benefits

• Tuition waiver for employees and dependents for all Sinclair courses and programs.
• Support for continued training and education, including tuition reimbursement.
• OPERS pension participation option with a 14% employer contribution.
• 4+ weeks of personal and vacation leave, plus 3+ weeks of sick leave annually.
• 14 days of annually observed company holidays.
• Expansive insurance programs, including an HSA with an annual employer contribution.

About the Company

Sinclair Community College operates a fully functional law enforcement agency within an urban setting. The Sinclair Police Department provides 24/7 community policing to ensure a safe working and educational environment for faculty, students, staff, and visitors across the main campus, satellite campuses, and surrounding areas.