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Minimum Qualifications: Ninety (90) college hours and five (5) years of full-time, continuous law enforcement service withat least two (2) years as a sergeant of higher rank or ten (10) years of full-time, continuous law enforcement service with at least five (5) years as a sergeant or higher rank Required:Active Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Peace Officer license unless a lateralhire from outside the State of TexasTexas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Intermediate Certification or equivalent trainingand certification requirement for out-of-state candidates, as approved by TCOLEValid driver's license not subject to suspension and eligible to drive without limitation a motorvehicle owned or leased by The University of Texas SystemPreferred Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution of higher educationPrior supervisory or leadership experience as a lieutenant or higherSeven (7) years of experience managing complex multijurisdictional operations at a supervisorylevel. Preferred Certifications and Courses:Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Advanced Certificate or higherTexas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Instructor CertificateLaw enforcement leadership courses Job Summary:Responsible for the direct supervision of Sergeants, or other staff as assigned engaged in, and insupport of, the protection of life and property within The University of Texas Medical Branch and areasunder the jurisdiction of The University of Texas System. Exercises independent judgment withinlimits prescribed by law, Board of Regents’ Rules and Regulations, Office of Director of Police -approved policies and procedures, and UT Medical Branch Police and University policies andprocedures. Serves as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) under the Jeanne Clery Disclosure ofCampus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). Maintains the highest ethicalstandards and ensures that all subordinate personnel uphold ODOP and institutional values ofintegrity, respect, accountability, and service.Job Duties:Plans, organizes, and supervises departmental activities including the enforcement of the Board ofRegents' Rules and Regulations concerning the conduct of staff, students, and visitors, as well astraffic and parking.Inspects roll-call and exit briefings of incoming and outgoing commissioned officer shifts.Monitors the operation of the Department's communication center and supervises dispatchers andtelephone operators in the performance of their respective duties.Instructs University Police training programs.Assists local police agencies in serving warrants on property within the areas under the controland jurisdiction of the University of Texas Medical Branch.Serves as a Campus Security Authority as defined by the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of CampusSecurity Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act).”Directs, reviews, and evaluates criminal and administrative investigations.Executes all lawful processes, provides required notifications to magistrates, recovers lost orstolen property, and assists in locating missing persons within University jurisdiction.Checks and evaluates the performance, conduct, appearance, and productivity of subordinates.Provides guidance, direction, and clarification on departmental policies, procedures, rules,regulations, and legal updates to ensure staff understanding and adherence.Receives, communicates, and relays directives, assignments, special orders, and operationalpriorities to subordinate personnel.Reviews, analyzes, and prepares administrative and operational reports.Develops, administers, and participates in training programs, briefings, meetings, and leadershipdevelopment initiatives.Coordinates and collaborates with local, state, federal, and University agencies and departmentsto support integrated, effective, and safe operations.Ensures consistent and effective communication through briefings, written directives, andinterdepartmental coordination.Serves on committees and working groups related to safety, emergency management, policydevelopment, or other areas of operational importance.Assists in the selection, background investigation, and onboarding of personnel; participates inrelated hiring and evaluation processes.Assists with strategic data-driven planning responsibilities.Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.Performs related duties as required.Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and University policies.Ability to supervise and lead personnel effectively.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Sound judgment and decision-making under stress.Must demonstrate logical and effective problem-solving ability.Ability to build trust and maintain professional relationships with a diverse university community.Knowledge of emergency response, first aid, and CPR procedures.Proficiency with police technology and communications systems.Must be proficient in the operation and safety procedures for all equipment utilized by theUniversity Police Department necessary to perform assigned duties.Must have thorough knowledge of and ability to apply supervisory methods, personnelmanagement and evaluation, planning and coordinating, and effective written, oral, andinterpersonal communication skills.This position is classified as security-sensitive, subject to the provisions of Section 51.215, TexasEducation Code. Decision-Making Responsibilities:Description of decisions this job is permitted to make and is therefore responsible for the following:Operational Supervision and Assignment based on operational needs.Enforcement and Investigative Oversight of both criminal and administrative investigations.Personnel management – checks and evaluates the performance, conduct, appearance, andproductivity of subordinates.Policy and Procedure guidance, direction, and compliance.Communication and Directive RelayAdministrative Reporting and Analysis – reviews, analyzes, and prepares administrative andoperational reports.Training and Development – develops, administers, and participates in training programs,briefings, meetings, and leadership development initiatives.Strategic Planning.Independent judgment within limits prescribed by law, Board of Regents’ Rules and Regulations,and ODOP-approved policies and proceduresInteragency Coordination. Lieutenant Salary Range:4 Years - $102,1718 Years - $108,75812 Years - $112,93816 Years - $117,73920 Years - $120,695Working Environment/Equipment:This is an in-office position that reports to their assigned campus/work location.Work may occur indoors or outdoors under varying weather and environmental conditions.Work involves exposure to potentially hazardous or dangerous situations inherent to lawenforcement.Physical demands include standing, walking, running, stooping, climbing, crouching, pushing,pulling, lifting, carrying, reaching above the head, and grasping.Must maintain good physical condition, agility, vision, hearing, and overall fitness required toperform law enforcement duties safely and effectively.May be assigned to any shift, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as required for operationalreadiness.May be exposed to such occupational hazards as communicable diseases, bloodbornepathogens, ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, hazardous medications, and disoriented orcombative patients or others.Equal Employment OpportunityUTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Compensation

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