Deputy Chief of Public Safety/Lieutenant

Position Title:

Deputy Chief of Public Safety/Lieutenant

Position Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Categories:

Staff Exempt

Job Summary:

Step into a pivotal leadership role as second-in-command, driving operational excellence, strategic oversight, and modern public safety initiatives across our university campus. You will empower a dedicated team, optimize department resources, and cultivate a safe, inclusive environment where our academic community can thrive.

Job Duties:

Reporting Relationships:  

• This role reports to the Associate Vice President & Chief of Pubic Safety  

Director Reports:  

• This role has general oversight over Patrol Sergeants and Patrol Officers  

Work Setting/Schedule:  

• On campus job
• The normal hours will be Monday through Friday, but this position is essential and working nights, weekends and holidays, at times may be needed.
• Full-time job, 52 weeks per year, 40 hours per week

What You Will Do:

• Serves as the supervisor-in-charge during the absence of the Associate Vice President & Chief of Public Safety. Assists with a wide variety of tasks such as directing Staff Sergeants, police and communications officers, and other personnel assigned to the department.
• Assists with event management. Manages the traffic and events casual staff and provides training for event staff. Creates operational plans and briefs staff for major events including commencement, alumni weekend, and move in day.
• Supervises and guides subordinates in performance of duties. Monitors operations personnel work activity and schedules staffing and overtime assignments in an efficient and fair manner. Prepares and reviews personnel evaluations and develops subordinates' job skills. Administers discipline and recognizes commendable employee actions.
• Conducts Internal Affairs investigations. Reviews and investigates incidents of use of force applications within the department and complies with all federal and state mandated reporting requirements. Works with the Chief on confidential employee matters.
• Participates in committees and boards as the public safety liaison. May perform the traditional uniform duties of a police officer when necessary.
• Analyzes and reports crime statistical data. Creates and implements crime reduction strategies and educational programs based on crime statistics.
• Conducts inspections of department property to ensure everything is in working order. Ensures vehicles, weapons, facilities, and equipment are properly maintained. Conducts fleet vehicle crash investigations when departmental vehicles are involved.
• The job description’s listed responsibilities and tasks are not exhaustive, additional non-essential tasks and responsibilities may be assigned as needed.  

What You Will Bring

Required: 

• Associate's Degree
• Eight (8) years of related work experience
• Two (2) years of supervisory experience
• Possess and maintain ACT 120 standards in accordance with PA law . Out of State candidates must obtain PA ACT 120 certification prior to hire.  
• Possess a valid Pennsylvania vehicle license or if an out of state applicant, transfer license to Pennsylvania by hire date.  

Preferred, but not required: 

• Bachelors Degree in Criminal Justice or related field.
• Ten (10) years of related work experience
• Five (5) years of supervisory experience

Other Information about the position:

• Must be able to pass a background check for JNET clearance, physical exam and psychological test.  
• This position, like all public safety positions, is subject to random drug testing.  
• All Public Safety Personnel are also Campus Security Authorities as defined by the Clery Act.
• Must be able to maintain ACT 120 standards once hired (Pennsylvania Municipal Police Officer Education and Training Commission certification). 
  

Physical Requirements:

• Able to lift, move, push, pull, or carry materials weighing from 20 to 50 pounds  
• Able to walk, bike and drive  
• Able to run,  bend, lift, and climb 
• Able to quickly respond to critical incidents
• Able to wear body armor
• Able to qualify with a patrol rifle and pistol

Job Exempt:

Yes

Salary Range:

80,000.00-100,000.00

The offer rate will be based on a review of the candidate's credentials compared to the qualifications of the position, internal equity, and our overall compensation philosophy. 

This role is not budgeted for visa sponsorship, all candidates must be authorized to work in the US without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

Benefits:

Eligible full- and part-time employees are compensated beyond base salary through our total rewards package that includes (but is not limited to):

• Flexible scheduling options determined by role; 
• Medical, prescription drug, vision, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance options
• An outstanding 10% employer contribution to your retirement plan (no contribution requirement for non-exempt positions)
• Generous paid time off, including vacation and sick time, a community service day, and 19 paid holidays (including two full weeks off for Winter Break!)
• Full-time and part-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for themselves. Additionally, full-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for their spouse/spousal equivalent and are eligible for various tuition programs for their children. Credit for full-time benefits eligible employment at other institutions of higher education will be applied to waiting periods.
• A comprehensive employee wellness program including program incentives
• A myriad of other benefits, including parental leave, an employee assistance program, fitness center membership, and the power of your Bucknell ID card 

To learn more about Bucknell's benefits, click here! (*Eligibility criteria and waiting periods may apply.)

Inclusive Excellence:
Bucknell is committed to fostering an environment that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion, and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports the growth and development of a diverse campus community.  We endeavor to enhance our capacity to value and capitalize on the cultural richness that diversity brings.  We encourage all individuals to apply and do not discriminate in admissions, employment, educational programs and/or activities on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, sex/gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, military or veteran status, or genetic information.

If this position is approved for hybrid/remote work this position is open to candidates located in the following states: CA, CT, FL, GA, IN, MA, MI, MO, NC, NJ, NY, PA, SC, TX, and VA.

Candidates must be physically located and authorized to work in one of these approved states by the start date of employment and throughout employment.

E-Verify

Bucknell University participates with the United States Customs and Immigration Services (USCIS) E-Verify program.  We will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

For additional information regarding Bucknell's E-Verify requirements, please contact the office of Talent, Culture & Human Resources (570) 577-1631 or email [email protected].