Deputy Chief of Police

Posting Summary Working Title:
Deputy Chief of Police

Role Title:
Law Enforcement Manager I

Role Code:
69074-FP

FLSA:
Exempt

Pay Band:
05

Position Number:
28000886

Agency:
Northern VA Community College

Division:
NV280-VP Administration

Work Location:
Fairfax County - 059

Hiring Range:
Commensurate With Experience (Up to $135,000/yr)

Emergency/Essential Personnel:
Yes

EEO Category:
D-Protective Service Worker

Full Time or Part Time:
Full Time

Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-:
No

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?:

Work Schedule:
Police department schedule. 24-hour availability required to respond to emergencies and incidents of importance to public safety and policing.

Sensitive Position:
Yes

Job Description:
General Description:
The Assistant Chief of Police provides leadership, strategic planning, and administrative direction for Colleges Police Department and Office of Emergency Management and Safety. Coordinates the activities of the College Police by directing and supervising the NOVA Police Department. Maintains and enhances a safe and secure environment for students, faculty, staff and visitors; and protects all real and personal property at college facilities. The Assistant Chief of Police reports to the Chief of Police.
The NOVA Police Department is established as a college-wide entity with the responsibility to maintain safety and security of all employees, students and visitors, and property owned or controlled by the College. As such, all police department employees are subject to short-term and long-term reassignments that may include different locations, rotating schedules and duties dependent on the needs of the department and/or staff professional development.

Duties and Tasks:

• Under the direction of the Chief of Police, plans, organizes, and manages all functions and activities of the College Police Department, including patrol, dispatch, investigations, emergency management and safety, and support services.
• Executes the vision and policies of the Chief of Police to provide a full-service state law enforcement agency primarily responsible for the day-to-day safety and security of all students, faculty, staff, and visitors of the College.
• Establishes relations with local emergency services departments and organizations and oversees policies and operating procedures for the College Police Department to coordinate with local first responders and emergency services.
• Assists the Chief of Police and works directly with College Financial, Budget, and Administration staff to prepare and manage the departments budget and resources.
• At the direction of, and in the absence of, the Chief of Police, ensures the proper execution of the police department consisting of more than 50 sworn officers, supported by non-sworn security personnel, and dispatchers, operating 24 hours a day and 365 days a year.
• Directly oversees the Office of Emergency Management and Safety to ensure compliance with and response to all emergencies, to include the operation of the Emergency Operations Center. Reports directly to the Chief of Police about all emergency management and safety matters.
• Develops policies and procedures for the Chief of Polices review and approval, to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws, as well as college regulations, including Clery compliance. Takes direction from the Chief of Police to ensure proper implementation of all procedures, and reviews effectiveness as needed to recommend improvements and changes to the Chief of Police.
• Reviews professional standards for law enforcement officers, and evaluates officers to ensure these standards are established, trained to, and maintained. Recommends to the Chief of Police remedial actions when needed and executes these actions as agreed to by the Chief.
• Fosters cooperative working relationships with other college departments, local law enforcement agencies, and the public.
• Serves on all applicable college and campus level boards and committees.

Must be able to pass a fingerprint-based criminal background check. Background investigation required. Successful medical and psychological evaluation required.

Special Assignments:

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications:
KSAs :

• Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and techniques of law enforcement, security, crime detection and prevention and investigation.
• Considerable knowledge of administrative functions, including development and implementation in the areas of policy, budget and supervision of personnel.
• Considerable skill in the use of law enforcement equipment and in the use of weapons.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and implement a law enforcement, security and public safety program for a large and complex educational institution; to organize and direct its law enforcement staff; to analyze a broad range of law enforcement, security and safety problems and to develop and implement resolutions and plan security for unusual activities or special events.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate both orally and in writing with diverse groups of employees, students and clients
• Demonstrated ability to interpret laws, policies and regulations governing the operation of the institution.
• Ability to meet physical demands of job duties.

Required Qualifications :

• High School diploma or GED .
• Must be a US citizen
• Law enforcement experience demonstrating career growth with increased and diverse responsibilities.
• Command level experience at rank of LT or above, on a law enforcement agency eligible for Option 5 lateral service.
• Experience in the field of law enforcement
• Experience in administration or supervision of law enforcement staff and programs.
• Ability to obtain certification by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services within six months.
• Valid drivers license with a satisfactory driving record.

Additional Considerations:

• Prior experience leading law enforcement in large complex environment.

Operation of a State Vehicle:
Yes

Supervises Employees:
Yes

Required Travel:
Will be required to travel between NOVA Campuses,

Posting Detail Information Posting Number:
CLS_3835P

Recruitment Type:
General Public - G

Number of Vacancies:
1

Position End Date (if temporary):

Job Open Date:
06/16/2025

Job Close Date:
06/24/2025

Open Until Filled:
No

Agency Website:
www.nvcc.edu

Contact Name:

Email:

Phone Number:

Special Instructions to Applicants:
In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealths Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services ( DARS ), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired ( DBVI ). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: or call DARS at ..., or DBVI at ...

Additional Information:
Northern Virginia Community College ( NOVA ) is the largest public institution of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia and one of the largest community colleges in the nation. NOVA enrolls nearly 75,000 students on its six campuses in Alexandria, Annandale, Sterling, Manassas, Springfield, and Woodbridge, as well as through NOVA Online and high school dual enrollment programs. The College offers more than 100 affordable associate degree and certificate programs to help our students reach their academic and professional goals in some of the most in-demand careers.
At NOVA , we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive community for all students, faculty, and staff, and our diverse workforce is representative of this commitment. To this end, we encourage all applicants seeking to add value through their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and interests to consider employment opportunities with NOVA . To learn more about NOVAs commitment to inclusive excellence, please visit At a Glance | Northern Virginia Community College .
NOVA offers eligible employees a benefits package that includes a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, generous paid leave, deferred compensation plans, paid parental leave, state employee discounts, and a solid and secure retirement program.We strive to ensure our employees have tools and development opportunities to support and promote NOVAs mission. For more information about NOVA and its programs and services, please visit our website at www.nvcc.edu . The security of our students, faculty, and staff is very important at NOVA . Please take a moment to review NOVAs Annual Security Reports .

Employees must reside in Virginia, Maryland or District of Columbia

Background Check Statement Disclaimer:

The selected candidates offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealths Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link:

EEO Statement:
The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS ) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement:
The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS ) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts ( ADA and ADAAA ), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement:

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

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