George Washington University
Police Lieutenant, Detective Unit
George Washington University, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Overview
The George Washington University Police Department is seeking a highly motivated individual for the position of Investigations Lieutenant. The GW Police Department provides primary law enforcement and public safety services to a diverse university population of 25,000 students, faculty, and staff across two urban campuses in Washington, DC. The department promotes professional growth, public safety, and community engagement, guided by accountability, trust, and transparency. This position reports to the Police Captain for Operations and serves as the University Clery Compliance Coordinator and a key member of the leadership team managing all public safety functions for the University. Under the general direction of the Captain, the Police Lieutenant, Detective Unit, leads, directs, and manages daily investigative and threat assessment activities. This role involves deployment planning, incident and crisis management, supervisory training and scheduling, recruitment and hiring, setting goals for guidance and training, and developing a campus and community engagement emphasis on public safety. This is a management position that leads a work unit, supervises staff directly, makes hiring decisions, coaches and mentors staff, manages performance, and plans future staffing needs. Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Detective Unit
Manage the day-to-day operations of the Detective Unit, including scheduling, assignments, evaluations, and distribution of responsibilities. Conduct and oversee all investigations, including criminal, non-criminal, and behavioral threat assessment investigations. Ensure the division uses a trauma-informed approach to investigations. Conduct and oversee investigations involving complaints against the Division of Safety & Facilities and the GWPD. Emphasize crime scene skills, including handling and processing digital evidence and crime analysis. Partner with Human Resources during investigations involving GWPD Officers and personnel. Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the Division of Safety & Operations, GWPD, the university community, and outside public safety agencies. Ensure observed policies and procedures from the Human Resources office and GWPD standard operating procedures are followed. Review police reports to ensure elements of the crime are present and classifications are accurate. Assist with the maintenance of investigative files and reports on persons arrested or barred from the university. Advise the Captain on matters of importance, significant events, and issues in the Investigation and Threat Assessments Unit. Review and forward investigative and threat assessment reports to the Captain as appropriate. University Clery Compliance Coordinator
Serve as the University Clery Compliance Coordinator ensuring compliance with the Jeanne Clery Act, including timely warnings, emergency notifications, annual reporting, and university policy alignment. Prepare, publish, and distribute the Annual Security Report (ASR), including data collection and ongoing crime log maintenance. Coordinate Campus Security Authority (CSA) training programs and ensure regular compliance with CSA training requirements. Maintain knowledge of ongoing best practices and regulatory changes related to the Clery Act to ensure university compliance. Threat Assessment Team
Manage the GW Threat Assessment Team Program and serve as the primary point of contact for threat assessments, including coordination with external law enforcement agencies and GW departments. Lead and delegate investigations assigned to the Detective Unit, including criminal investigations, behavioral threat assessment investigations, and internal investigations; assign follow-up investigations as needed. Serve as the point of contact with external law enforcement agencies and GW departments regarding threat assessment matters. Participate in developing and recommending an annual budget for the Investigations and Threat Assessments Unit. Additional Responsibilities
Perform duties as assigned by the Police Captain, Operations. Assist Police Operations in training patrol officers in preliminary investigations, interview techniques, and report writing. Train and mentor detectives in investigation techniques, use of investigative technology, and internal/external databases. Ensure all incident reports and arrest activities are properly documented, enforce policies, assess staff development needs, and provide 24-hour on-call coverage for serious incidents. Participate in special covert operations as needed. Perform other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude assignment of logically related tasks. Minimum Qualifications
Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area plus 6 years of relevant professional experience, or a Master's degree or higher in a relevant area plus 4 years of experience. Degree must be conferred by the start date. Substitutions with an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience are allowed. Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications: Possession of a District of Columbia Special Police Commission or the ability to obtain a commission within 120 days of employment. Successful completion of a physical, drug screen, and mental examination approved by the University Police Department. Police Officer Standards & Training (P.O.S.T) certification with a minimum of 700 training hours. Valid driver's license and eligibility to drive GW vehicles as per University requirements. Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a public safety discipline or related field is preferred. 6 years of progressive law enforcement experience including protective and patrol services and operations management. At least 4 years of experience conducting criminal investigations. Experience with crime scene skills, digital evidence, and crime analysis preferred. Knowledge of criminal law and Clery Act requirements; university or nonprofit environment experience strongly preferred. NACCOP Certification or Clery Center CATS training preferred. Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Hiring Details
Hiring Range: $82,689.32 - $133,900.32 GW Staff Approach to Pay: How pay is determined for new employees. Benefits
GW offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, time off and leave, retirement savings, tuition assistance, wellness programs, and voluntary benefits. For details, visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs. Job Details
Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, DC College/School/Department: Division of Safety and Operations Family: Safety and Facilities Sub-Family: Campus Police - Administrative Stream: Management Level: 2 Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time Hours Per Week: 40 Work Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8-5 with flexibility for nights and weekends On-site Requirement: Yes Telework: No Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, SSN Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search EEO Statement: The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Posting Information: Internal Applicants: No | Posting Number: S013837 | Job Open Date: 09/17/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants: Attach FLETC or P.O.S.T. certification, resume, and cover letter. Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status.
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The George Washington University Police Department is seeking a highly motivated individual for the position of Investigations Lieutenant. The GW Police Department provides primary law enforcement and public safety services to a diverse university population of 25,000 students, faculty, and staff across two urban campuses in Washington, DC. The department promotes professional growth, public safety, and community engagement, guided by accountability, trust, and transparency. This position reports to the Police Captain for Operations and serves as the University Clery Compliance Coordinator and a key member of the leadership team managing all public safety functions for the University. Under the general direction of the Captain, the Police Lieutenant, Detective Unit, leads, directs, and manages daily investigative and threat assessment activities. This role involves deployment planning, incident and crisis management, supervisory training and scheduling, recruitment and hiring, setting goals for guidance and training, and developing a campus and community engagement emphasis on public safety. This is a management position that leads a work unit, supervises staff directly, makes hiring decisions, coaches and mentors staff, manages performance, and plans future staffing needs. Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Detective Unit
Manage the day-to-day operations of the Detective Unit, including scheduling, assignments, evaluations, and distribution of responsibilities. Conduct and oversee all investigations, including criminal, non-criminal, and behavioral threat assessment investigations. Ensure the division uses a trauma-informed approach to investigations. Conduct and oversee investigations involving complaints against the Division of Safety & Facilities and the GWPD. Emphasize crime scene skills, including handling and processing digital evidence and crime analysis. Partner with Human Resources during investigations involving GWPD Officers and personnel. Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the Division of Safety & Operations, GWPD, the university community, and outside public safety agencies. Ensure observed policies and procedures from the Human Resources office and GWPD standard operating procedures are followed. Review police reports to ensure elements of the crime are present and classifications are accurate. Assist with the maintenance of investigative files and reports on persons arrested or barred from the university. Advise the Captain on matters of importance, significant events, and issues in the Investigation and Threat Assessments Unit. Review and forward investigative and threat assessment reports to the Captain as appropriate. University Clery Compliance Coordinator
Serve as the University Clery Compliance Coordinator ensuring compliance with the Jeanne Clery Act, including timely warnings, emergency notifications, annual reporting, and university policy alignment. Prepare, publish, and distribute the Annual Security Report (ASR), including data collection and ongoing crime log maintenance. Coordinate Campus Security Authority (CSA) training programs and ensure regular compliance with CSA training requirements. Maintain knowledge of ongoing best practices and regulatory changes related to the Clery Act to ensure university compliance. Threat Assessment Team
Manage the GW Threat Assessment Team Program and serve as the primary point of contact for threat assessments, including coordination with external law enforcement agencies and GW departments. Lead and delegate investigations assigned to the Detective Unit, including criminal investigations, behavioral threat assessment investigations, and internal investigations; assign follow-up investigations as needed. Serve as the point of contact with external law enforcement agencies and GW departments regarding threat assessment matters. Participate in developing and recommending an annual budget for the Investigations and Threat Assessments Unit. Additional Responsibilities
Perform duties as assigned by the Police Captain, Operations. Assist Police Operations in training patrol officers in preliminary investigations, interview techniques, and report writing. Train and mentor detectives in investigation techniques, use of investigative technology, and internal/external databases. Ensure all incident reports and arrest activities are properly documented, enforce policies, assess staff development needs, and provide 24-hour on-call coverage for serious incidents. Participate in special covert operations as needed. Perform other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude assignment of logically related tasks. Minimum Qualifications
Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area plus 6 years of relevant professional experience, or a Master's degree or higher in a relevant area plus 4 years of experience. Degree must be conferred by the start date. Substitutions with an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience are allowed. Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications: Possession of a District of Columbia Special Police Commission or the ability to obtain a commission within 120 days of employment. Successful completion of a physical, drug screen, and mental examination approved by the University Police Department. Police Officer Standards & Training (P.O.S.T) certification with a minimum of 700 training hours. Valid driver's license and eligibility to drive GW vehicles as per University requirements. Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a public safety discipline or related field is preferred. 6 years of progressive law enforcement experience including protective and patrol services and operations management. At least 4 years of experience conducting criminal investigations. Experience with crime scene skills, digital evidence, and crime analysis preferred. Knowledge of criminal law and Clery Act requirements; university or nonprofit environment experience strongly preferred. NACCOP Certification or Clery Center CATS training preferred. Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Hiring Details
Hiring Range: $82,689.32 - $133,900.32 GW Staff Approach to Pay: How pay is determined for new employees. Benefits
GW offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, time off and leave, retirement savings, tuition assistance, wellness programs, and voluntary benefits. For details, visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs. Job Details
Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, DC College/School/Department: Division of Safety and Operations Family: Safety and Facilities Sub-Family: Campus Police - Administrative Stream: Management Level: 2 Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time Hours Per Week: 40 Work Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8-5 with flexibility for nights and weekends On-site Requirement: Yes Telework: No Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, SSN Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search EEO Statement: The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Posting Information: Internal Applicants: No | Posting Number: S013837 | Job Open Date: 09/17/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants: Attach FLETC or P.O.S.T. certification, resume, and cover letter. Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status.
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