Job Description:

El Camino College

Chief of Police - Campus Police

Req: C2324-035

Division: Campus Police

Close Date: THURSDAY, AUGUST 15, 2024 at 3:00 p.m.

Complete job description and application available online at: https://elcamino.igreentree.com/css_classified

Under direction of the Vice President of Administrative Services, exercise overall leadership of the campus Police Department providing functional supervision over assigned positions. Provide vision and leadership to develop, organize, and implement the Division's goals and objectives; plan, develop, organize, schedule, direct, improve, and evaluate the department's programs, services, and activities; and provide oversight, development, and coordination of all elements of the areas assigned including law enforcement, campus security measures, crime prevention activities, safety programs, and awareness trainings. Provide a secure working environment for employees and students in a multi-cultural and diverse environment. Provide protection to District facilities and property.

Foster a culture of collaboration, mutual respect, innovation, and continuous improvement throughout the assigned unit, department, and division; lead by example; actively participate in and support College-wide shared governance components and activities and other collaborative processes; encourage professional excellence among assigned staff; and promote, foster, and facilitate an organizational culture of customer service, teamwork, and innovation.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

The following duties and responsibilities are typical for this position. Incumbents may not perform all the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

For a full listing of duties and work expectations, please refer to the job description located at:

Chief of Police.pdf (chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://www.elcamino.edu/departments/human-resources/docs/chief of police.pdf)

Lead, direct, and manage the planning, development, organization, scheduling, direction, performance, and evaluation of programs and services of assigned departments or units. Articulate a clear vision of assigned areas, including services, applications, and benefits provided. Lead and manage change within assigned departments or units and across the Division as directed.

Demonstrate effective leadership in long-range planning, program review, and resource development activities. Promote transparency within and among assigned units or departments.

Participate actively in the life of the College, including operational processes and initiatives, by serving on or leading College committees, workgroups, task forces, and councils as assigned.

Strengthen quality educational and support services to promote and empower student learning, success, and self-advocacy. Prepare and implement the department's budget.

Provide vision, leadership, and advocacy to enhance innovation and participation in issues related to areas of assignment to ensure ongoing sustainability of the College.

Support student learning using a variety of effective instructional methods, educational technologies, and college resources.

Demonstrate full accountability for effective and efficient utilization of resources. Control and authorize expenditures in accordance with established guidelines. Measure and assess outcomes. Identify opportunities for improvement and implement actions to strengthen services to students and the campus community.

Support and promote College initiatives including Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-racism.

Serve as Campus Security Authority (CSA) for Clery Act reporting requirements. Maintain up-to-date certification for CSA status.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field.

Required Certification:

* Possession of a certificate signifying completion of a course of training approved by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (California Penal Code, Section 832) prior to employment.

* California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training Basic, Intermediate, Advanced, and Supervisory Certificates.

Desirable Education: Bachelor's degree in Administration of Justice, Police Science, Criminology, or a closely related field. Possession of a valid California P.O.S.T. Management Certificate. Possession of valid Standard First Aid and CPR certificates.

Experience: Five (5) years of experience in law enforcement or security and one (1) year of formal training, internship, or leadership experience reasonably related to the administrator assignment.

Desirable Experience: Five (5) years of experience at a management level in a similar community college setting.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge/Areas of Expertise:

California Education Code, Title 5, Title IX, Clery Act, Chancellor's Office administrative procedures, Federal laws and regulations and other legal parameters that affect the policies and practices of the College, as they apply to areas assigned.

Comprehensive understanding of higher education principles and practices in community colleges, including the mission of the California Community Colleges.

Community college organization, operations, policies, and objectives, including specific policies and procedures of El Camino College covering the departments or units supervised.

Specific needs and interests of community college students.

Principles of business administration, management, marketing, and record keeping.

Effective organizational and management practices pertaining to the analysis and evaluation of projects, programs, policies, procedures, department performance metrics, and operational needs.

Effective fiscal management strategies, including comprehensive understanding of budget concepts, principles, and practices, and effective budget administration and control.

Effective financial reporting and record keeping.

Grant proposal writing and special funding resources applicable to areas supervised.

Appropriate risk management strategies, safety precautions, and procedures.

Principles of communicating and collaborating effectively with diverse students, faculty, staff, and administration.

Effective methods for conflict resolution and crisis management.

Effective change management principles and practices.

Evaluation and statistical methodology for preparation of statistical research and reports.

Effective marketing, promotion, and public relations techniques. Preparation, publication, and distribution of informational and promotional materials related to areas assigned.

Effective written and oral communication skills. Effective interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy. Effective collaboration, communication, and consensus-building techniques.

Effective needs assessment methods and project management practices. Effective data management, record-keeping, and reporting techniques. Understanding of key performance indicators, goals, and measurable objectives and how to implement them.

Effective leadership, administration, organizational planning, supervision, training, and analysis techniques applied to the assigned administrative area. Comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of effective supervision, training, motivation, and performance evaluation.

Computer systems and software applications related to areas of assignment, including capabilities and limitations.

Modern office practices, procedures, and equipment.

Operation of computer, peripherals, and software programs, including information systems, database management, spreadsheet, word processing and specialized software.

Proficient level operation of a computer and assigned software, including proficient level use of common office software such as: Excel, Access, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Technological advancements and their application to the assigned areas of responsibility.

Abilities/Skills:

Represent the College in a manner that reflects a positive image of services and support provided.

Demonstrate sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, linguistic, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff. Relate effectively to people of varied academic, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds using tact, diplomacy, and courtesy.

Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with a wide diversity of students, faculty, staff, and community members in an atmosphere of collegial decision-making and consensus-building. Work effectively and collaboratively in a diverse college environment, as well as within a community college system.

Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Listen effectively. Communicate respectfully with people of diverse cultures, languages, abilities, etc. Work effectively with others to build consensus and gain cooperation through discussion and persuasion to achieve common goals.

Provide effective customer service and end-user satisfaction. Respond promptly to requests and inquiries from the public. Effectively resolve complex problems.

Work independently with limited administrative oversight and direction. Adhere to ethical principles and practices, consistently exercise good judgment, and make effective decisions. Demonstrate flexibility and creativity in accomplishing work and resolving problems.

Meet assigned schedules and timelines. Effectively manage the stress of working under tight timelines.

Maintain confidentiality and act with discretion. Maintain the security of confidential materials.

Travel to meetings and events on and off campus as required. Observe legal and defensive driving practices when operating a motor vehicle on campus or on official business.

Utilize effective planning and organizational skills. Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, anticipate consequences of proposed actions, and implement effective solutions in support of goals.

Prepare, administer, and control the budget for program areas as assigned.

Chair and participate in a variety of college committees and work groups as directed.

Read, understand, interpret, and apply technical and legal information effectively. Analyze, interpret, communicate, and enforce applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, rules, policies, administrative data, and related materials. Interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures in a variety of procedural situations for areas assigned.

Collect, compile, and analyze data. Prepare comprehensive narrative and statistical reports. Direct the maintenance of a variety of reports and files related to assigned activities. Prepare and maintain accurate and detailed records and reports related to the area supervised. Prepare analytical reports, proposals and other written plans for the College, Board of Trustees, Chancellor's Office, and other outside agencies as assigned. Assist in related research and evaluation activities as required.

Utilize effective oral and written communication skills, including business letter writing, report preparation, and public speaking. Utilize appropriate English usage, composition, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary.

Communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively with diverse constituencies within and outside of the College, both orally and in writing. Prepare and present effective oral and written reports, press releases, and promotional materials as required. Prepare and deliver effective presentations as requested.

Utilize effective planning and organizational skills. Plan, organize, coordinate, and direct work to maximize efficiency and effectiveness. Prepare work plans, implement schedules, and consistently meet reporting timelines. Effectively delegate authority and responsibility. Provide leadership, guidance, and assistance to the functional and operational areas within the assigned Department.

Utilize effective leadership, counseling, and modeling skills. Encourage professional excellence among employees and promote an organizational culture of customer service, teamwork, and innovation.

Effectively train, direct, supervise, motivate, and evaluate the performance of assigned staff. Facilitate effective staff meetings and group discussions and involve staff in idea generation, goal setting, and decision making.

Work effectively within a unionized environment.

Operate a variety of office equipment including a computer. Use automated systems to maintain records, collect data, and generate reports.

Licenses or Other Requirements:

Valid California driver's license.

Must maintain Post Annual Training Requirements.

(Note that for travel reimbursements, a valid California driver's license and successful completion of the District's Defensive Driver Training program is required.)

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Standard office setting. Duties are performed primarily in an office environment while sitting at a desk or computer workstation. Incumbents are subject to extensive contact with students, faculty, and staff with frequent interruptions, noise, and demanding timelines. At least minimal environmental controls to assure health and comfort. Frequently involves working non-standard, evening, and weekend hours.

CLOSING DATE: THURSDAY, AUGUST 15, 2024 at 3:00 p.m.

Starting salary is $160,734 annually.

Generally, new employees start at the first step on the salary schedule. Advanced salary placement may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Salary increases are granted on the first day of the month following each year of service, until Step F is reached ($186,322 annually).

Employees contribute 8% of their earnings toward the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).

* Previous employment performed in a different public retirement system may allow eligibility to continue in the same retirement system.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

This position is designated as a full-time classified administrative position. The standard work week is 40 hours of scheduled duty per week of not more than five consecutive work days. Work schedule may include weekends, evenings, and/or holidays based on business needs. During the winter recess, all management positions are required to charge three (3) days of accrued vacation between the Christmas and New Year holidays

ADA ACCOMMODATIONS

Applicants with disabilities requiring special accommodations must contact the ADA Compliance Officer at least five (5) working days prior to the final filing date: ADA Job Applicant Accommodation Request (maxient.com)

BENEFIT HIGHLIGHTS

Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance

The College provides a diversified insured benefit program for all full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision and life insurance. Dependent medical, dental, and vision insurance is available, toward which both the College and the employee contribute.

Sick Leave and Disability

Paid sick leave is granted equal to one day for each month of service. Sick leave days may be accumulated indefinitely. Rather than State Disability Insurance.

Retirement

Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and Social Security. Previous employment performed in a different public retirement system may allow eligibility to continue in the same retirement system.

Summer Work Hours

During the summer, employees work eight 32-hour work weeks with full pay.

TO APPLY

An applicant must submit the following by the closing date:

Online application: http://www.elcamino.edu/jobs

Cover letter describing how applicant meets the qualifications.

Resume including educational background, professional experience, and related personal development and accomplishments.

Pertinent transcripts (PDF format only) as stated in the required qualifications. (Unofficial computer-generated academic records/transcripts must include the name of the institution and degrees awarded to be acceptable.) Multiple page transcripts must be loaded as ONE PDF document.

Foreign Transcripts: Transcripts issued outside the United States of America require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. For information on transcript evaluation services, please visit: http://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets/cl635.pdf.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Documents submitted or uploaded for a previous position cannot be reused for other positions. You must submit the required documents for each position you apply for by the closing date. Failure to do so will result in an incomplete application. Applications with an incomplete status will not receive consideration. You may check the status of your application online.

If you need assistance you may call 310-660-3593 Ext. 3807 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday or by email at hr@elcamino.edu.

Due to the large volume of calls received on closing dates, we highly recommend that you do not wait until the last day to apply so that we may assist you with questions or technical matters that may arise. Give yourself sufficient time to complete the profile, which may take 45 minutes or more. Positions close promptly at 3:00 p.m. PST (pacific standard time).

JEANNE CLERY ACT COMPLIANT

In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, El Camino College has published an Annual Security Report, and all required statistical data. These publications include Clery crime statistics for the previous disability three years relevant to El Camino College classes and activities, in addition to institutional policies concerning campus safety and security. The information is also available in printed form in the lobby of the Police Department and in select locations on campus. Upon request, the Campus Police Department can provide or mail out copies of this publication. Contact them at 310-660-3100.

EL CAMINO COLLEGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The El Camino Community College District is committed to providing an educational and employment environment in which no person is subjected to discrimination on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age (over 40), (mental or physical), sex, gender (including pregnancy and childbirth), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military and veteran status, or retaliation; or on any other basis as required by state and federal law.

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