The Police Lieutenant is responsible for direction, planning, organization, staffing, and control of Sergeants, patrol officers and other subordinates within the Old Dominion University Police Department

Type of Recruitment

Knowledge, skills and abilities
Considerable knowledge of and skills in modern police practices and techniques.
Considerable knowledge of leadership principles and management techniques.
Strong working knowledge of investigative techniques and practices. Considerable knowledge of Virginia and applicable federal laws. Considerable working knowledge of administrative functions in areas of policy and police supervision. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, and direct the efforts relating to law enforcement operations. Demonstrated ability to comprehend and interpret written instructions, and work independently to solve problems involving many variables.

Special licenses, registration or certification
Certification as a police officer as mandated by a state department of Criminal Justice Services or police certifying body. Possession of a valid VA drivers license. VA DCJS LEO Certification will be required within one year of hiring.

Education or training
Graduation from high school or equivalent, and police leadership and supervisory training related to the duties of the position.

Level and type of experience
Considerable police supervisory experience within a public law enforcement agency at the rank of Sergeant or higher within patrol and investigation divisions. Completion of a first-level supervisory, and/or a mid-management law enforcement course of study.

Preferred knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience, licensure, certification
Bachelors degree in a related field of study.
Considerable mid-management experience in a university police department of similar size and complexity. Va DCJS Instructor certification.

Conditions of Employment
Must be capable of working, as required, shift schedules which may include days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Subject to random drug testing. Must successfully pass a criminal background investigation to include a comprehensive medical screening.
Must obtain VA DCJS certification within one year of hiring.
Considered "essential personnel" for emergency conditions and inclement weather and expected to report to duty during those conditions.

Annual Salary/Hourly Rate
Salary commensurate with education and experience


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