University Human Resource Services
Public Safety Job Specs
JOB TITLE: Operations Captain
DATE: July 2011
JOB PURPOSE
Management position within police department that administers the operations function of the department at the IUPUI and Bloomington campuses. Oversees staffing, planning, directing, coordinating, budgeting and evaluating the performance of all work units in the operations section that incorporates investigations, patrol and uniformed objectives. Acts in capacity of senior departmental officer when higher level officers are absent.
CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversee, control and monitor the activities of the operations division which includes criminal investigations, patrol and uniform activities. Manage, train, instruct, evaluate and supervise subordinate personnel; including their work performance for completeness, accuracy and compliance within established university and departmental standards.
Assist with Planning for major all special events; athletic, social, or of a cultural nature; with focus on crowd control, traffic control and security operations; providing guidance and direction, ensuring adequate staffing, space and facilities for the subsequent performance of duties.
Oversee response to emergency calls and initiate appropriate actions. On a temporary basis, may be required to assume the duties, activities and tasks of the Chief or Deputy Chief.
Review and analyze incident and activity reports to identify trends and track progress. Create and implement strategies designed to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of operations in a variety of enforcement areas. Make recommendations to senior department administration. Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, institution and department policies.
Work with Chief and Deputy Chief to develop departmental policies and procedures, long range strategies/plans. Serve on various University and Local/State law enforcement committees.
Serve as Indiana Law Enforcement Instructor.
Prepare and serve civil processes. Participate in court proceedings, administrative hearings and/or quasi-judicial trials.
Administer aid as a first responder.
Drive vehicle with due regard for existing conditions and potentially dangerous situations.
Performs non-law enforcement duties specific to campus needs.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Ability to take control of situation and perform duties effectively and in a professional manner during situations that may rapidly evolve and range from friendliness and persuasion to firmness and deadly force.
Ability to communicate effectively to staff through written and verbal instructions.
Advanced knowledge of the use and care of firearms, communications equipment, motor vehicles, computer hardware and software, photographic equipment, breath and chemical test equipment, audio-visual equipment, and all other associated law enforcement equipment.
Advanced knowledge of computers and word processing, email, and database software systems.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree and 6 years law enforcement experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory role.
OR
High school diploma/GED and 8 years law enforcement experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory role.Required Licenses & Certifications
- Must be Indiana Law Enforcement Academy Certified.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to be insured by Indiana University.
- Complete and maintain all required annual law enforcement training and certifications as prescribed by Indiana State Law and the Indiana Law Enforcement Training Board (ILETB).
- Completion of ILETB Certified Instructor training.
- Current and continued certification in department required courses such as CPR, AED, Blood Borne Pathogens, IDACS, etc.
- Current firearms qualification.
- Demonstrated competency in the performance of specialized duties wherein specialized training has been provided and completed.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Standing, walking, driving, climbing over obstacles, squatting/kneeling, reaching, grasping, pushing/pulling, twisting/bending, lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs, fingering, talking, hearing, and seeing. Must maintain physical and mental readiness to react to sudden/dramatic changes in working conditions. Must make discriminations and decisions concerning subtle cues of impending danger or inconsistencies in witnesses’ or suspects’ testimonies, etc.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Majority of time spent indoors with minor amount of time spent outdoors working on foot or in a vehicle with possible exposure to extreme hot or cold temperatures for reasonable amounts of time. Physical and mental demands may change dramatically within a few seconds and tax the maximum of human endurance. Can have contact with potentially dangerous people, animals, weapons and equipment.
The intent of this job specification is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this specification.
