Police Chief

Fairbanks, AK
University of Alaska

Position Summary:

This position provides leadership, direction and oversight for all functions and activities of the UAF Police Department, and must be able to foster a team environment. The Chief provides direct oversight to police operations, the emergency communication center, and the community service officer program, ensuring that policing policies and practices are followed and that safety operations are coordinated across all areas of campus. This includes but is not limited to emergency response and Clery Act, FERPA, and TIX compliance.

Essential Functions:

  • The Chief coordinates assigned activities with other UAF departments, outside agencies, and the public, and fosters cooperative working relationships.
  • The Chief assures appropriate programs are in place to meet the compliance needs of the University, and administers federal and state law and university policy to ensure campus security remains in compliance.
  • The position requires knowledge of management and administrative practices and procedures as it relates to higher education in a residential campus setting.
  • The Chief ensures high customer satisfaction by analyzing complaints, concerns and suggestions and providing appropriate follow-through.
  • Additionally, the Chief facilitates cooperative and collaborative community and institutional relationships and participates in campus and university-wide committees.
  • The Chief provides highly responsible and professional assistance in areas of expertise to the University.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration or related field and 10 years of civilian law enforcement experience with (5) years of that as senior officer experience or 15 years of progressively responsible experience as a sworn police officer with five (5) years of that as senior officer experience.
  • Must have Incident Command Certification in ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, and IS 700 and 800.
  • Must have completed a civilian law enforcement academy.
  • Must possess Alaska Police Standards Council (APSC) Advanced Police Certificate or equivalent state certification that can be transferred through APSC.
  • Must be able to obtain State of Alaska APSIN security clearance within 30 days and maintain throughout employment.

Preferred Requirements:

  • Strong preference given to applicants with law enforcement experience in a higher education (academic) or campus-based environment with a diverse student body and residential population or campuses.
  • Experience in training and response for emergency situations that may impact a campus population, e.g violent intruder/active shooter, research-driven security standards, proactive education programs including drug/alcohol intervention and training, risk mitigation, student life and safety, and community-oriented practices.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the criminal laws of the State of Alaska.
  • Knowledge of the University of Alaska BOR policies and regulations.
  • Leadership training, such as the F.B.I. National Academy or similar programs.
  • Experience/training in Clery compliance and/or matters relating to higher education.