Shift Lieutenant

About Westfield State University:
In 1839, Westfield State University was founded on the ideals of Horace Mann who sought to improve society through education. We were the first public education institution without barrier to race, gender or economic class. The spirit of innovative thinking and social responsibility is forged in a curriculum of liberal arts and professional studies contributing to the development of knowledge, skills, and character essential for students to become responsible leaders and engaged citizens.

Westfield State is a highly residential campus with approximately 55% of our 3,100 full-time undergraduate students living on campus. The University is within 1.5 hours of Boston and Albany and within 3 hours of New York City and the Green Mountain range of Vermont.

Thank You for Your Interest in Becoming a Westfield State Community Member

We invite you to bring your whole self and talents to Westfield State University. The University seeks applicants whose record of teaching, student advising, research, and administration positions them to contribute to the everyday practice of our institutional values.

Westfield State commits to values that strengthen a common bond among all members of our community and promotes a rich campus environment.
Embrace Diversity - We treat all members of our community with dignity and respect.
Build a Strong Community - We are inclusive and ensure equity, supporting the personal development of all community members, and embracing multiple perspectives.
Engage the Outside Community - We support civic engagement in local, regional, and global initiatives.
Campus Title: Lieutenant

Bargaining Unit: APA

Job Type: Full-Time Permanent

Shift: Tuesday - Saturday 3pm to 11pm

Regular Days Off: Sunday and Monday

Supervision Received: Receives direct supervision from the Associate Director (Captain) of Public Safety. Functions within the broad scope of Public Safety and University policies and goals.

Supervision Exercised: The Lieutenant directly supervises three to six full-time classified employees and directly supervises five to ten student staff on the shift.

Under the direction of the Associate Director of Public Safety, the Lieutenant is responsible for administrative and patrol functions of the department. During the assigned shift, the Lieutenant assumes the responsibility of the Department of Public Safety in the absence of the Executive Director (Chief) and Associate Director.

Assists the Executive Director and Associate Director with the administration and management of the department and assumes responsibility for the Department of Public Safety in the absence of the Executive Director or Associate Director on an assigned shift.
Represents the department at meetings and on University committees; serves as liaison to other University departments.
Is responsible for assuring that crime scene processing equipment is available and replenished if necessary.
Responsible for the operation of the Accreditation program. This includes making sure the department is meeting current standards according to the Commission, developing policy recommendations to the Chief and ensuring the department is ready for the Accreditation audit that occurs every three years.
Commands the second shift. Responsible for the direction and supervision of personnel to assure proper performance of duties and adherence to established rules, regulations, policies and procedures such as roll-call, staff inspections and departmental orders.
Organizes and assigns duties to ensure appropriate coverage of departmental operational functions and activities on assigned shifts.
Investigates personnel complaints as required; maintains current knowledge and application of all provisions of the union agreement.
Keeps abreast of the law and all applicable changes in departmental rules, local, state and federal laws and regulations that affect police operations and the civil rights of the public.
Implements, administers and evaluates all approved practices, including checking equipment and facility for operational effectiveness on the assigned shift.
Oversees investigations of all crime on campus during their shift or when assigned from another shift and takes all necessary actions as appropriate.
Provides community education in crime prevention and safety practices.
Maintains departmental records as assigned (traffic, criminal, lost and found, overtime).
Understands, is committed to, and implements University and departmental affirmative action and non-discriminatory regulations, policies, and principles as appropriate.
Responsible for the Student Security Unit. This includes the hiring and supervision of Unit members, disciplining of Unit members. The Lieutenant is also responsible for assisting the Chief in the development and implementation of policies for the Unit.
Implements special projects as assigned by the Executive Director.
At least three years full-time experience on a campus law enforcement department or other equivalent police force.
A bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related field from a four-year institution.
Ability to obtain and maintain a MA License to Carry (LTC) a firearm.
Salaries for current Westfield State University employees and individuals currently working for the state of Massachusetts must be calculated individually in accordance with collective bargaining agreements as well as state policies. Health Insurance: Westfield State offers a variety of HMO, POS, and PPO-type health insurance plans for eligible employees. Exceptions to employees hired on the 1st of the month, coverage is effective immediately.
Retirement: the MA State Employee Retirement System provides eligible employees with a retirement pension following a 10-year vesting period. In lieu of the retirement pension, eligible employees may select the Optional Retirement Plan with a maximum 5% employer matching contribution.
Tuition Waivers & Discounts: eligible employees, including spouses and dependent children, receive reduced tuition at MA state colleges, community colleges, and universities.
Paid Time Off: employees receive 12 paid holidays and generous vacation, personal, and sick leave benefits.
Additional information regarding employee benefits is available on the University's Benefits & Wellness webpage .
Disability Accommodations

Westfield State University is committed to the full inclusion of individuals with disabilities and will ensure the availability of reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or visit us in the Horace Mann Building, 1st floor.

A criminal record will not automatically disqualify an applicant from consideration.
Application Instructions:
An on-line application is required. Interested candidates should electronically attach the following documents:
Provide the contact information for reference providers in the reference section of the online application.

This allows time for the full recruitment process, including application review, interviews, and final hiring approvals.

If you need assistance completing your application please contact our online Help Desk . The link to the help desk can be found at the top of the page via Contact Us.