Attention:
The University Police Department in the Division of Finance and Administrative Affairs at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater seeks an Assistant to the Chief and Clery Coordinator (Administrative Specialist AD006).
Job Details:
The position of Assistant to the Chief and Clery Coordinator (Administrative Specialist) with the UW-Whitewater Police Services is a responsible professional position working in an autonomous fashion with full administrative authority. Individuals working in this capacity provide a high-level administrative function by conducting research preparing statistical reports handling confidential information responding to information requests and performing administrative and managerial functions discipline and contract administration. Individuals in this position are responsible for general budgeting including reconciliation outlook and planning. Individuals also train and provide supervision for lower-level clerical staff students and other employees. Individuals are part of the management team and provide input and decision-making on managerial matters including but not limited to procurement budgeting discipline policy and procedure. An Administrative Specialist may be required to take administrative command and control of situations in the absence of the Director. This individual provides exemplary customer service to all community members regardless of positional or social status. Weekend and shift work may occasionally be required. This position is considered a Campus Security Authority and Mandatory Reporter under State and Federal Law.
A. Performances of Administrative Duties.
A1. Direct supervise and assume full responsibility for all administrative areas to meet department needs.
A2. Assist Director or designee in developing operational policies and procedures.
A3. Advise Director or designee on local state and federal mandated requirements.
A4. Advise Director or designee on issues concerns and training needs.
A5. Analyze criminal and security data.
A6. Mediate mitigate and resolve complaints conflicts and grievances of community members employees and officers.
A7. Maintain expertise and knowledge in areas which affect the department including but not limited to: university local state and federal law technology tactics national policy trends current events and political concerns.
A8. Ensure open communication on issues regarding actual potential perceived or grieved concerns and problems between management employees and community.
A9. Serve consult and oversee committees as designated by the Director or designee.
A10. Establish cultivate and maintain effective relationships with all community members to include but not limited to; University City law enforcement and legal entities.
A11. Create maintain and adjust shift schedules for subordinates.
A12. Develop modify and participate in new employee interviews and make recommendations for hiring to the Director or designee.
A13. Manage the supplies equipment and resources of the university emergency operations center.
B. Administration of Clery Program.
B1. Administer manage and maintain Clery Law-related electronic files equipment and related software applications.
B2. Assist with the guidance of the Universitys Clery Committee.
B3. Administer the coordination of consultants specialists and relationships associated with the Departments Clery Program.
B4. Design update and maintain Clery Program related reports webpages and documents.
B5. Maintain a working knowledge of Clery Program laws and compliance expectations.
C. Performance of Confidential Duties.
C1. Maintain archive and distribute as appropriate confidential law enforcement sensitive information such as but not limited to: criminal histories intelligence files confidential informant information victim and juvenile information narcotic terrorist and Campus Assessment Response and Evaluation Team information open/pending investigations and Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act information.
D. Direction and Supervision of Staff.
D1. Develop modify and implement operational procedures policies and goals related to administration.
D2. Ensure complete accurate and professional standards are met for all departmental records.
D3. Analyze equipment and supply needs. Maintain appropriate supply levels and make recommendations for procurement of new needed or replacement equipment and supplies.
D4. Analyze maintain and determine appropriate staffing levels for operational needs.
D5. Record develop approve and maintain appropriate personnel information including but not limited to; time records disciplinary actions payroll and training.
D6. Direct guide mentor and supervise staff on their duties and daily work performance.
D7. Determine deliver and record formal and informal discipline under the authority of the Director.
D8. Ensure compliance with reporting requirements of workplace injuries accidents and unsafe conditions.
E. Administration of Departmental Records.
E1. Administer develop and maintain the department record keeping systems and related policies and procedures.
E2. Ensure department compliance with all federal state and university records laws mandates and policies.
E3. Design develop and disseminate surveys informational brochures and reports as appropriate.
E4. Develop design and compile statistical analytical and narrative reports to include but not limited to: Wisconsin Incident Based Reporting system Federal Clery Act mandates University and Department annual activity reports.
E5. Establish update and maintain report management systems departmental archives employee files budget files inventory tracking product information andwarranties and others as needed.
E6. Obtain and maintain certification as the Department TIME Agency Coordinator and Validation Officer.
F. Administration of Budget and Fiscal Activities.
F1. Assist Director or designee with budgetary goals planning and distribution.
F2. Develop recommend and audit the annual budget document by calculating annual expenses preparing estimates and evaluating departmental priorities set by the Director.
F3. Develop maintain and review internal fiscal spreadsheets.
F4. Audit reconcile and initiate actions as necessary to maintain appropriate budgetary oversight.
F5. Create maintain and distribute departmental chargebacks and invoices.
F6. Provide the Director budget reports as needed.
F7. Administer purchase requisitions orders and reimbursements and ensure compliance with university procedures.
F8. Establish supervise and train policy and procedure on departmental cash handling pro-card travel card and bond credit card payments.
G. Administrative Support of the Director.
G1. Draft correspondence on behalf of the department and/or the Director.
G2. Represent the Director at assigned meetings committees or functions.
G3. Research compile and produce reports as requested by the Director.
G4. Maintain legally necessary offices to include but not limited to; Notary Public.
G5. Schedule appointments meetings speaking engagements forums and activities for the Director using the electronic calendaring system. This includes dealing with legislative representatives UW System members Chancellors staff local businesses press interviews law enforcement and court representatives University faculty staff students and community members.
G6. Perform other duties as assigned.
Campus Security Authority Statement
This position has been identified as a Campus Security Authority (CSA). A Campus Security Authority is defined by the United States Department of Education as any university employee who has significant responsibility for student and campus activities. CSAs may include Public Safety officers deans directors department heads athletic coaches student organization advisors resident hall staff and student affairs staff.
As a CSA this position is responsible for contacting University Police (911 or ) if you observe specific crimes or if any person reveals to you that they have learned of was the victim of was the perpetrator of or was witness to Clery reportable crimes. This applies to crimes committed on any of UW-Whitewater campuses or in some cases on property adjacent to those campuses or at UW-W sponsored activities away from campus. The crime does not have to involve a campus community member but can be a member of the general public.
Selected candidate is required to complete CSA training either through your department or the University Police. Please contact the University Police ) with any questions comments or concerns you may have.
Department:
University Police Department
Compensation:
Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting annual salary within a range of $50000 $56000.
UW System employees receive an excellent benefit package. To learn more about the UW Systems comprehensive benefit package review the UW SystemEmployee Benefits Brochure.
Required Qualifications:
High School diploma with two years prior administrative experience OR Associates Degree withno prior administrative experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of and experience with policedepartment systemssuchas Clery law emergency management criminal justice information system
Provide superb customer service and professionalism
Knowledge of standard office practices and procedures
Knowledge of University Work Rules Departmental Policies and Procedures Rules and Regulations and Memorandums
Knowledge of telephone etiquette
Skilled in the use of Departmental equipment and applications
Skilled in the use of computers and software applications of the Windows environment
Skilled in the operation of a multi-lined telephones
Ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines
Ability to maintain security of confidential police records communications and information
Ability to interact respectfully with people from diverse socioeconomic cultural and ethnic backgrounds
Ability to operate standard office equipment
Ability to perform repetitive motions associated with keyboarding required for typing or word processing
Ability to perform transcription of video and recorded conversations
Ability to accurately type a minimum of 50 words per minute
Ability to complete National Incident Management Training Courses NIMS 100HEand forms
Ability to interact with all employees staff and students within the Department in a respectful professional and appropriate manner
Skilled use of Police Report Management Systems
Skilled use of State Law Enforcement Systems such as TIME eTime WIBRS and ACADIS
Willingness and ability to be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills
Applications received byFebruary 26 2026are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.
Onlycompleteapplication packages will be considered. This includes online submission of the following documents:
Cover Letter
Resume
Name and contact information for three professional references
For questions regarding this position please contact:
Kelsey Servi
Assistant Chief of Police
If you have questions regarding this recruitment or if you are unable to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem please contact us at or.
CONDITIONS OF APPOINTMENT:
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this please contact Human Resources. UW-Whitewater is not an e-verify employer therefore STEM extensions are not options for work authorization.
UW-Whitewater is a thriving public university located in southeastern Wisconsin. It leads the way in providing world-class affordable higher education programs to more students than neighboring regional comprehensives in the University of Wisconsin System. A collaborative team of 1300 faculty and staff are devoted to the success of the universitys 11500 students at its main and Rock County campuses. The team provides high-impact practices and academic programs online and in person from associate to doctoral levels. Recognized nationally for affordability inclusion and career development UWW serves approximately one-third first-generation students and boasts strength in many areas especially business and education. The campus and community embrace the Warhawk Family spirit supporting the universitys arts and nationally recognized NCAA Division-III level championship athletics. As a proud institution of access more than 10 percent of undergraduate students use the acclaimed Center for Students with Disabilities a priority mission since the 1970s.
UW-Whitewaters campuses are located centrally near Milwaukee Madison and Chicago offering easy access to the cultural and commercial opportunities of major metropolitan areas. Near both Lake Geneva and the Wisconsin Dells the area attracts numerous visitors from across the country. Whitewater is a vibrant college community near the Kettle Moraine State Forest offering area residents seasonal outdoor enjoyment. The nearby Rock County campus is located in Janesville a town of 60000 located on the Rock River and known as Wisconsins Park Place.
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is part of the 13-campus Universities of Wisconsin ().
Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(b) provides that applicants may indicate in writing that their identity should be kept response to a public records request the University will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except that the identity of the successful final candidate will be released. See Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(a).
Per Regent Policy Document 20-19 University of Wisconsin System Criminal Background Check Policy and Universities of Wisconsin Administrative Policy 1275 Recruitment Policies UW-Whitewater requires criminal background checks as a contingency to employment. A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. All final candidates must be asked prior to hire whether they have been found to have engaged in are currently under investigation for or left employment during an active investigation in which they were accused of sexual violence or sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks these same sexual violence or sexual harassment questions must also be asked.
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater requires that all employees be active participants in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills.
For UW-Whitewater Campus safety information and crime statistics/annual Security Report see Annual Security and Fire Safety Report if you would like a paper copy of the report please contact the UW-Whitewater Police at .
UW IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age pregnancy disability status as a protected veteran or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds perspectives and skills and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
Required Experience:
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