Director of Inspectional Services

Director of Inspectional Services

The Brown University Department of Public Safety is a dually accredited department that provides the overall safety and security of the campus community. Situated physically within the Department of Public Safety, BUDPS immediately needs an outstanding individual to serve as the Director of Inspectional Services to provide oversight and strategic leadership over the Inspectional Services Bureau. The purpose of this position is to receive and respond to citizen complaints concerning police misconduct, rule violation, and / or other special confidential investigation requests; examine personnel and case records to ensure that police personnel conform to prescribed standards of conduct; conduct in-depth cases analyses and oversee the department's recruitment / selection processes. In addition, the incumbent will represent the BUDPS on the university-wide Threat Assessment Teams. The position supports the execution of the BU DPS strategic plan and mission at all levels across the Brown University Department of Public Safety enterprise by evaluating the quality of the department's operations, ensuring goals and objectives are being pursued, identifying the need for additional resources and efficiency, and ensuring that control is maintained throughout the department. In addition, the individual is expected to engage the community at all levels through active coordination with the rest of the units across the Brown University Department of Public Safety Enterprise. The Director oversees the internal affairs, citizen commendation and complaint process, and is responsible for all inspections within the department including the evaluation of facilities, vehicles, equipment, records, personnel, investigative procedures, crime reporting practices, training outcomes, patrol operations, and overall effectiveness and efficiency of Brown University Department of Public Safety. Based on these audits and inspections, the director will provide data-driven written reports and recommendations. The position reports to the Deputy Chief of Police / Executive Officer, with a dotted line to the Vice-President for Public Safety and Emergency Management. The inspectional process compares the department's formal expectations with actual performance. The Director must be highly effective in working with individuals and teams; have the ability to focus on results while appreciating process, and be skilled at data-driven decision-making and implementation within the responsible area. This position is the primary contact and has delegated authority for all of the inspectional services functions for the BU Department of Public Safety, and such functions as the department's lead in all inspectional services to ensure compliance with state, federal, university and accreditation requirements. This position will collaborate with a myriad of community members and public safety partners to advance the vision of the Brown University Department of Public Safety, in supporting the mission of the broader University community. Collaborating with campus partners as well as external stakeholders, the ability to envision and communicate strategy, towards short & long-term objectives is critical to this position. Furthermore, a capability to effectively manage execution of these strategic initiatives shall be vital for continued success of the unit and bureau, and thereby, the entire organization. The Director will eventually oversee a police sergeant, 1-2 non-sworn personnel, and 1-2 student employees.

Major Responsibilities :

• Manage and provide direct oversight of the Inspectional Services Bureau 75% Supporting Actions :
• Oversee strategic development and operation of BU DPS Inspectional Services Processes, focusing on key performance indicators (KPI) to align the mission, vision, values, goals and objectives that inform priorities.
• Assist the Director of Finance and Administrative Services, Director of Advocacy, Engagement, and Communications, and Deputy Chief with implementation of personnel practices and decisions, including recruitment, selection, evaluation, promotions, and accountability in a manner that attracts, develops, and retains a diverse, cutting-edge, and professional workforce.
• Manage all internal investigations conducted within the Brown University Department of Public Safety. Provide reports and analyses on all investigations.
• Conduct investigations in coordination with other University departments on sensitive matters or university wide-threat assessment concerns.
• Carries out planning and survey work; receive, review and analyze operational reports; evaluates the effectiveness of the bureaus of the department, and make recommendations towards corrective action when necessary.
• Oversee background investigators and the background investigation process on candidates that have successfully completed the selection process.
• Serves on various University committees.
• Strategic Planning and Operational Optimization 25% Supporting Actions :
• Plan and establish goals and objectives for all inspectional services efforts within the Department of Public Safety.
• Assist with the development and execution of strategic plans and surveys aligned with department priorities.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and manage the DPS recruitment and selection processes, ensuring outreach and hiring align with University values.
• Coordinate with Professional Accountability and Community Compliance partners to support onboarding that reflects DPS mission, values, and expectations.
• Identify and address inefficiencies in systems, processes, and workflows while ensuring best practices and lessons learned are documented and shared.
• Standardize practices across units to align with strategic goals and improve organizational performance.
• Serve as a departmental trainer and subject matter expert on inspectional standards.
• Provide evidence-based recommendations using data and research to drive strategic decision-making.
• Support the development of budgets associated with inspectional functions and ensure fiscal alignment with operational goals.
Job Qualifications :
• Required :
• Bachelor's degree with an emphasis in Criminal Justice, Police Science, Public Administration, Management, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of seven (7) years broad experience in law enforcement or related field, sworn or civilian position, demonstrating organizational and / or leadership development, project management, and / or leading cross-functional teams in the public or private sector, with training, investigations and supervisory / administrative experience.
• Experience in conducting investigations
• Understanding of contemporary law enforcement recruitment and selection strategies
• Expertise in adult learning concepts and experience training and facilitating. Experience as a trainer.
• Experience designing and implementing a training program, to include an evaluation component.
• Ability to develop and adhere to budgets
• Experience with developing and managing strategic plans.
• Experience supervising civilians and / or sworn personnel.
• Thorough understanding of the NIMS, ICS, and familiarity with emergency management concepts.
• Organized, able to manage multiple projects meeting established deadlines.
• Ability to coordinate with multi-disciplinary first response organizations, university administrators, OGCs, etc
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency.
• Ability to work innovatively and creatively with limited resources, both independently and as a team member.
• Highly organized and attentive to detail.
• Must be a team player who can maintain professionalism with respect and integrity to diverse entities while striving for excellence at all times.
• Thorough understanding of law enforcement training and reporting regulations at the federal, state, and university levels.
• Subject to a comprehensive background investigation, including psychological and medical exam.
• Preferred :
• Master's Degree
• Progressively responsible law enforcement work, including considerable experience in a supervisor capacity in supervision and administration
• Graduate of the FBI National Academy or similar type executive leadership training program
• Knowledge of Clery and Title IX.
• Thorough understanding of law enforcement community, including university policing.

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