Police Comm. Supervisor

Department Number/Name: 0-0261-000 / University Police

College Division: University Police

Salary Plan: Staff

Job Code/Title: 8413 / Police Comm. Supervisor

Hiring Salary/Salary Range: $56,500

Position Number: 00003378

ORGANIZATIONAL SUMMARY:

The University of South Florida Police Department (USFPD) is a full service law enforcement agency dedicated to providing a safe environment for and in partnership with the community, while remaining committed to assisting with personal and professional development of department members, and to the principle of being community minded and service driven.

USFPD is organized into various bureaus, divisions, sections, squads, and units. The department is led by a command staff comprised of sworn and non-sworn members of the rank of lieutenant and higher, a communications and records manager, and public information representative; all of whom report to the chief of police through an established chain-of-command.

The Operations Bureau is commanded by a captain who oversees the Patrol and Special Operations Divisions; each of which are commanded by a lieutenant. The Patrol Division is further broken down into four squads which provide direct law enforcement services to the community.

The Special Operations Division includes the Community OutReach & Enforcement (CORE) and Criminal Investigations Sections; both of which are led by a sergeant. The Administration Bureau is also commanded by a captain who oversees the Support Services and Communications & Records Divisions. Support Services is led by a lieutenant and includes the Professional Standards and Information Technology Sections.

The accreditation, training and background investigation units fall within the Professional Standards Section which is managed by a sergeant. The Communications & Records Division reports to a non-sworn manager.

DIVISION OF PUBLIC SAFETY:

Police Department, Support Services Section. The Communications Section is responsible for all radio communications to public safety members in working in the field.

This includes sworn and non-sworn police employees, Parking and Transportation Services Enforcement Specialists, and Security Officers. They are also responsible for emergency communications via phone, including 911 and emergency operations, as well as non-emergency communication with members of the university community.

POSITION SUMMARY:

A Police Communications Supervisor plans, organizes, coordinates and schedules the day-to-day police dispatch activity for the University of South Florida Police Department, ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations, policies, and operating standards. This position also reviews applications and assists in conducting preliminary interviews of all Police Communications Specialist applicants and assists the Manager in coordinating the hiring process.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervises the activities of a team of Police Dispatchers. Devises work schedule for employee and clerks to cover shifts twenty-four hours a day.

Assists the Communications and Records Manager in the hiring process for all new applicants. This process includes reviewing applications, interviewing and scheduling additional steps in the hiring process.

Maintain monthly CJIS Validations for FCIC/NCIC entries.

Trains new personnel and arranges for additional training seminars or workshops.

Resolves problems and questions presented by subordinates regarding work methods or proper procedures to follow.

Recommends to Manager and implements approved changes in procedures; communicates changes to all staff affected.

Reads, examines and reviews log reports and computer input prepared by staff for accuracy; makes corrections and forwards to appropriate staff.

Performs duties of Emergency 911 system as required.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

MINIMUM:

This position requires a high school diploma and three years dispatching experience; or, Associate's degree and one year dispatching experience; or, any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

FLSB1310 Equivalency:

4 years of directly relevant experience may be substituted for bachelor's degree.

6 years of directly relevant experience may be substituted for master's degree.

USF Tampa

Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a Level 2 criminal background check.

Job Opening Number: 36264

Posting Date: 02/12/2024

Posting End Date: 06/03/2024

How to Claim Veteran's Preference:

This position allows eligible veterans and their spouses to claim Veterans' Preference pursuant to Florida Statute 295.

Applicants claiming preference are responsible for providing required documentation AT THE TIME OF SUBMITTING APPLICATION; such documentation is required for eligibility determination.

Supporting documentation, in addition to the DD214, may be required based on eligibility criteria. If you are submitting a DD 214, please ensure the social security number and date of birth is redacted/removed.

For information on obtaining a DD 214 visit http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/ or call 1-866-272-6272.

How To Apply

Click on the Apply Now button. When applying to an opening you will have the opportunity to upload a cover letter and resume.

Apply online by completing the required information and attaching your cover letter and resume. Please include your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above.

YOUR COVER LETTER AND RESUME, PLUS ANY OTHER REQUESTED MATERIAL, MUST BE IN ONE ATTACHMENT. Only online applications are accepted for this position.

Click here for additional tutorial information.

To request an accommodation with the application or interview process, please contact Central Human Resources by telephone: 813-974-2970 or email HR-ADA-Request@usf.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity

USF is an equal opportunity, equal access academic institution that embraces diversity in the workplace.

The University of South Florida does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sexual harassment. Any person may report sex discrimination, including sexual harassment (whether or not the person reporting is the person alleged to be the victim of conduct that could constitute sex discrimination or sexual harassment), in person, by mail, by telephone, or by electronic mail, using the contact information listed for the Title IX Coordinator. Reports may be made at any time either online or directly to the University's Title IX Coordinator.

USF's Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Statement.

Federal Rights

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).

Work Location

Campus map and location overview: USF - Tampa Campus

About USF

The University of South Florida is a high-impact global research university dedicated to student success. Over the past 10 years, no other public university in the country has risen faster in U.S.

News and World Report's national university rankings than USF. Serving more than 50,000 students on campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and Sarasota-Manatee, USF is designated as a Preeminent State Research University by the Florida Board of Governors, placing it in the most elite category among the state's 12 public universities. USF is a member of the American Athletic Conference.

Working at USF

With more than 16,000 employees at USF, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay region. At USF you will find opportunities to excel in a rich academic environment that fosters the development and advancement of our employees.

We believe in creating a talented, engaged and driven workforce through on-going development and career opportunities. We also offer a first class benefit package that includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, tuition program and generous leave programs and more.

To learn more about working at USF please visit: Work Here.

Learn Here. Grow Here.

Connect with us: