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Police Captain Patrol Division - WashU PD

Washington University Danforth Campus, USFull-time2026-10-27 → 2026-11-11
Based in United States

Core

Senior commander of the Patrol Division responsible for leading uniformed patrol platoons, special events operations, and the Comfort Dog Program to ensure 24/7 professional, community-oriented police coverage for the Washington University community.

Role type

Senior law enforcement executive (Patrol Division Captain)

Builds

Campus-wide public safety services, patrol operations, and community engagement programs

Domain

Higher education + law enforcement

Required skills

Strategic planning, personnel leadership and supervision, budget management, policy development, incident command, community relations, accreditation compliance, interagency coordination

Preferred skills

Succession planning, crisis management, data-driven deployment strategies

Technologies

NIMS/ICS systems, CALEA accreditation tools, incident reporting software

Responsibilities

Direct all patrol functions and deployment strategies; supervise and evaluate Lieutenants and Sergeants; manage staffing, scheduling, and overtime; oversee special events security and risk assessments; ensure compliance with CALEA standards and department policies; coordinate with university partners and external agencies; develop and update patrol policies and procedures.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with strategic oversight