University of Wisconsin Colleges
Police Lieutenant
University of Wisconsin Colleges, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States, 53244
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Onsitelocations:
Milwaukee, WItime type:
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Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id:
JR10004888## ***Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process.***## **Position Title:**Police Lieutenant## **Job Category:**University Staff## **Employment Type:**Regular## **Job Profile:**Police Lieutenant (MSN/MIL)## **Job Duties:**The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Division of Finance and Administrative Affairs is currently seeking to fill a **Police Lieutenant** position for the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Police Department.This position is responsible for the supervision of police sergeants and police officers by providing leadership in planning, directing and monitoring law enforcement, investigating and all other field operations assignments and certain specialized functions of the department. This supervision includes maintaining a supervisory team which is responsive to and supportive of Departmental and University policies and goals; maintaining effective liaison with all other University departments and agencies which interact with or impact on police operations; coordinating Departmental operational activities with staff personnel support for administrative, clerical and training functions; applying and recommending appropriate disciplinary actions when necessary; preparing and recommending promotions, merit evaluations and additional training; taking personal command of operations during occasions of any serious threats or disruptions; and personally supervising major criminal investigations.## **Key Job Responsibilities:*** Identifies, develops, and facilitates unit staff training opportunities* Directs unit operations and staff and monitors compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations* Exercises supervisory authority, including hiring, transferring, suspending, promoting, managing conduct and performance, discharging, assigning, rewarding, disciplining, and/or approving hours worked of at least 2.0 full-time equivalent (FTE) employees* Engages in problem solving, threat assessment and/or conflict resolution for a wide range of issues and incidents which may include citizen complaints against staff, threats, disasters, large scale or complex planned events, or critical incidents which may require use of the Incident command system, campus emergency alerts, and the activation and operation of the campus emergency operation center while fully managing and leading operations during the event, incident or disaster* Serves as a leadership representative and main point of contact with law enforcement agencies, institutional work units, news media, social services, and special interest groups* Develops and implements operating policies and procedures that align with the strategic direction and initiatives of the work unit* Schedules logistics and resources to assist with the protection of life, property, and the preservation of peace and good order; and provides emergency aid to the institutional community## **Department:**The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) is Wisconsin’s second-largest university, with a unique dual mission of access and research to provide high-quality education for students from all backgrounds.UWMis one of 146 top research universities recognized as “R1” by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.
UWMcelebrates, values and promotes the diverse voices and experiences of its students and employees and our community partners. We believe diversity enriches and strengthens our institution.UWMis committed to providing equitable access to opportunities for students and employees from every background. We aspire to create a campus climate that is welcoming to all. Learn more here:## **Compensation:**$57.10 per hour## **Required Qualifications:*** Seven or more years of full-time law enforcement experience* Three or more years of full-time experience as a police supervisor (sergeant or above)* Possess a valid Wisconsin Driver License or possess a valid license from another state and are eligible to receive a Wisconsin Driver license and authorization to drive a University vehicle upon appointment* Be free of any felony convictions* Be free of any domestic abuse convictions* No criminal convictions within the past five years* No convictions for operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated in the past five years* Current Wisconsin Law Enforcement Certification or have been certified within the last two years OR be a certified Law Enforcement Officer in another state and be eligible for certification by WI LESB## **Preferred Qualifications:****Highly qualified candidates for this position will also have:*** Experience working as a police officer in a higher education environment* Experience working as a police supervisor in a higher education environment* Experience with Clery, Title IX and FERPA* Experience, evidenced by career examples, of working and participating in a community policing model* Experience as field training officer (or equivalent)* Advanced leadership training* Holds a Bachelor’s Degree by an accredited college or university## **How to Apply:**Complete application materials must include **acover letterand detailed resume** addressing educational and professional level work experience as it relates to all minimum and preferred qualifications. In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidate’s application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications. Questions about the position should be directed to Jackson Prowse at prowse@uwm.edu. To be considered, please apply electronically by the application deadline of November 2, 2025.**Reasonable Accommodations**
Pursuant to , UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact **uwm-jobs@uwm.edu** or 414-229-4463. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.
**Confidentiality of Applicant Materials**
UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.
**CBC and Reference Check Policy**
Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.
**Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)**
For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see , or call UWM’s Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414) 229-4632 for a paper copy.
**Employment Authorization**
In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.**UW is #J-18808-Ljbffr
Onsitelocations:
Milwaukee, WItime type:
Full timeposted on:
Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id:
JR10004888## ***Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process.***## **Position Title:**Police Lieutenant## **Job Category:**University Staff## **Employment Type:**Regular## **Job Profile:**Police Lieutenant (MSN/MIL)## **Job Duties:**The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Division of Finance and Administrative Affairs is currently seeking to fill a **Police Lieutenant** position for the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Police Department.This position is responsible for the supervision of police sergeants and police officers by providing leadership in planning, directing and monitoring law enforcement, investigating and all other field operations assignments and certain specialized functions of the department. This supervision includes maintaining a supervisory team which is responsive to and supportive of Departmental and University policies and goals; maintaining effective liaison with all other University departments and agencies which interact with or impact on police operations; coordinating Departmental operational activities with staff personnel support for administrative, clerical and training functions; applying and recommending appropriate disciplinary actions when necessary; preparing and recommending promotions, merit evaluations and additional training; taking personal command of operations during occasions of any serious threats or disruptions; and personally supervising major criminal investigations.## **Key Job Responsibilities:*** Identifies, develops, and facilitates unit staff training opportunities* Directs unit operations and staff and monitors compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations* Exercises supervisory authority, including hiring, transferring, suspending, promoting, managing conduct and performance, discharging, assigning, rewarding, disciplining, and/or approving hours worked of at least 2.0 full-time equivalent (FTE) employees* Engages in problem solving, threat assessment and/or conflict resolution for a wide range of issues and incidents which may include citizen complaints against staff, threats, disasters, large scale or complex planned events, or critical incidents which may require use of the Incident command system, campus emergency alerts, and the activation and operation of the campus emergency operation center while fully managing and leading operations during the event, incident or disaster* Serves as a leadership representative and main point of contact with law enforcement agencies, institutional work units, news media, social services, and special interest groups* Develops and implements operating policies and procedures that align with the strategic direction and initiatives of the work unit* Schedules logistics and resources to assist with the protection of life, property, and the preservation of peace and good order; and provides emergency aid to the institutional community## **Department:**The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) is Wisconsin’s second-largest university, with a unique dual mission of access and research to provide high-quality education for students from all backgrounds.UWMis one of 146 top research universities recognized as “R1” by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.
UWMcelebrates, values and promotes the diverse voices and experiences of its students and employees and our community partners. We believe diversity enriches and strengthens our institution.UWMis committed to providing equitable access to opportunities for students and employees from every background. We aspire to create a campus climate that is welcoming to all. Learn more here:## **Compensation:**$57.10 per hour## **Required Qualifications:*** Seven or more years of full-time law enforcement experience* Three or more years of full-time experience as a police supervisor (sergeant or above)* Possess a valid Wisconsin Driver License or possess a valid license from another state and are eligible to receive a Wisconsin Driver license and authorization to drive a University vehicle upon appointment* Be free of any felony convictions* Be free of any domestic abuse convictions* No criminal convictions within the past five years* No convictions for operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated in the past five years* Current Wisconsin Law Enforcement Certification or have been certified within the last two years OR be a certified Law Enforcement Officer in another state and be eligible for certification by WI LESB## **Preferred Qualifications:****Highly qualified candidates for this position will also have:*** Experience working as a police officer in a higher education environment* Experience working as a police supervisor in a higher education environment* Experience with Clery, Title IX and FERPA* Experience, evidenced by career examples, of working and participating in a community policing model* Experience as field training officer (or equivalent)* Advanced leadership training* Holds a Bachelor’s Degree by an accredited college or university## **How to Apply:**Complete application materials must include **acover letterand detailed resume** addressing educational and professional level work experience as it relates to all minimum and preferred qualifications. In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidate’s application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications. Questions about the position should be directed to Jackson Prowse at prowse@uwm.edu. To be considered, please apply electronically by the application deadline of November 2, 2025.**Reasonable Accommodations**
Pursuant to , UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact **uwm-jobs@uwm.edu** or 414-229-4463. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.
**Confidentiality of Applicant Materials**
UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.
**CBC and Reference Check Policy**
Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.
**Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)**
For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see , or call UWM’s Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414) 229-4632 for a paper copy.
**Employment Authorization**
In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.**UW is #J-18808-Ljbffr