Police Patrol Operations

Full Time

70141BR

Job Summary

The Police Lieutenant reports through Police Chain of Command. Provides management for one or more department units or divisions. The police department is a 24 hours a day, 7 days a week operation. Receives assignments in the form of objectives and determines how to use resources to meet schedules and goals. Reviews and approves recommendations for functional programs. Provides guidance to subordinates to achieve goals in accordance with established policies. Erroneous decisions or failure to achieve goals results in additional costs and personnel.

This position provides planning, organizing, directing, monitoring and controlling of a variety of law enforcement  functions, programs/projects and related activities. Individuals in this position may serve as a manager of an assigned division or major function within the Police Department, and perform related duties, as assigned.

Under the command of the Police Captain, the Police Lieutenant provides command level management to one of three Divisions: Field Services, Professional Standards Support Services and Communication. Each Division has ancillary programs, projects and units managed by the Lieutenant.

Application Deadline: December 2nd, 2022

Department Description

The UCSF Police Department provides contemporary police services including criminal investigation, community
policing, crime prevention and suppression, emergency management, and site security services to a daily population of over 60,000 people at the University and contract locations.

Founded in 1864 and part of the 10-campus University of California, UCSF has more than 20 locations throughout San Francisco and beyond that includes the 60-acre Mission Bay and 107-acre Parnassus campus. It is home to graduate professionals in dentistry, medicine, nursing and pharmacy; a graduate division for pre-doctoral and postdoctoral scientists; UCSF Medical Center; UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital; UCSF Betty Irene Moore Women’s Hospital and Langley Porter Psychiatric Institute to name a few.

UCSF is considered one of the nation’s premier health sciences teaching, training, and research centers. The UCSF
Police Department is known for its community service orientation, effectiveness at preventing crime through campus
community involvement, and for providing a safe living and working environment for the promotion of education,
research and public service.

Deadline to Apply: December 2nd, 2022

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience as a non-probationary Police Sergeant or higher classification.
• Possess a valid California driver's license with no restrictions other than corrective lenses.
• Sworn Police Officer as certified by the California Commission on Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST).
• Possession of a POST Supervisory certificate and successful completion of the probationary period as a sergeant.
• Able to pass Gov. Code 1029 and SB2 qualifications.
• Strong ability to effectively orchestrate the ongoing deployment of multiple employees and resources. Strong ability to supervise and train staff in the relevant and necessary aspects of their duties.
• Broad experience performing all aspects of police officer and sergeant of police functions.
• Strong knowledge of modern policing issues, philosophies, practices and trends as applied within the University environment. Strong knowledge of current law enforcement management theory and administrative standards.
• Strong ability to communicate effectively in person and in writing. Strong ability to take decisive action based upon sound judgment.
• Ability to safely operate motor vehicles and possession of a valid California Driver's License.
• Strong ability to operate computers and other relevant or specialized technology.
• Broad knowledge of use and legal application of firearms and other police weapons, equipment or tools.
• Strong ability to credibly represent the police department in an official capacity.
• Able to pass medical and psychological examinations, and an extensive background investigation in compliance with California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to successfully earn the POST Management certificate by completing a POST-certified 104-hour Management course within one year of appointment and serving as a Lieutenant for a period of two years.
• POST Advanced Certificate.
• Relevant experience, training and / or four year college degree.
• Strong knowledge of budgeting and financial practices applicable to law enforcement in the University environment.
• Strong knowledge of law, regulation and University policy regarding public safety and law enforcement functions.

License/Certification

• Possess a valid California driver's license with no restrictions other than corrective lenses.
• Sworn Police Officer as certified by the California Commission on Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST).
• Possession of a POST Supervisory certificate and successful completion of the probationary period as a sergeant.

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Job Code and Payroll Title

005977 POLICE LIEUTENANT MGR 1

Job Category

Professional and Managerial

Bargaining Unit

99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)

Location

Minnesota Street (SF)