Chief of Campus Police and Public Safety

University Of Rio Grande--Rio Grande Community College

Job Location:

Rio Grande, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 08-11-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The University of Rio Grande/Rio Grande Community College is seeking qualified candidates for Chief of Campus Police and Public Safety. This full-time administrative position directs program objectives to protect the lives and property of students faculty staff visitors and the University through the efficient and effective delivery of public safety services; serves as the liaison for the department with other divisions departments and outside agencies; negotiates and resolves sensitive and controversial issues as required; ensures that appropriate Mutual Aid and Memorandums of Understanding agreements are established; collaborates with Student Affairs staff in the development and implementation of processes necessary to accomplish the goals and philosophy of the division and Universitys mission.

Principal Duties:

Prepares work schedules assigns duties and develops and revises departmental procedures
Supervises and coordinates investigation of criminal cases
Monitors and evaluates job performance of subordinates
Disciplines staff for violation of department rules and regulations
Directs collection preparation and handling of evidence and personal property of prisoners
Assists subordinates in performing job duties
Investigates and resolves personnel problems within organization
Investigates charges of misconduct against staff
Prepares reports and directs preparation handling and maintenance of departmental records
Trains staff
Conducts training and prevention programs appropriate to a college campus
Enforces institutional rules regulations and laws regarding student conduct as defined in the Student Handbook
Responsible for tracking the Federally mandated CLERY reports and statistics and the Governor/Public safety required Ohio Collaborative statistics and certifications

Minimum Qualifications

OPOTA certification
Two to three years experience supervising police officers
Ability to carry a firearm
Possession of valid drivers license with a good driving record; maintain a good driving record throughout employment;
Possession of or ability to obtain a CPR and First Aid Certificate issued by the American Red Cross or equivalent agency.
Willing to work overtime; including non standard hours holidays and weekends as needed.
Demonstrated sensitivity knowledge and understanding of the diverse academic socioeconomic gender cultural disability and ethnic backgrounds of the students we serve and sensitivity to and knowledge and understanding of groups historically underrepresented and groups who may have experienced discrimination.

Application Instructions:

Qualified applicants must submit a cover letter resume copy of OPOTA certification and the names and contact information of at least three professional references through the Universitys online applicant trackins system.

Review of applications will begin immediately. Position is open until filled. Background check required prior to hire.

For additional information about Rio please visit:

The University of Rio Grande/Rio Grande Community College is Americas unique private/public institution of higher education designed to provide learners the opportunity to attain a high-quality high-value education. Our personalized learner-centered environment promotes successful lives careers and responsible citizenship. Rios main campus is nestled in the rolling hills of southeastern Ohio and is adjacent to the original Bob Evans Farms and Homestead in Rio Grande.

Required Experience:

Chief