Chief of Police University of California, Davis A national search is underway to attract highly qualified candidates for an exciting opportunity to lead the University of California, Davis Police Department (UCDPD). UC Davis is a public teaching and research university with more than 36,000 students. Reporting to the Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor, the Chief of Police is responsible for managing, planning, and directing the law enforcement activities associated with the University’s main campus (located in the City of Davis), the UC Davis Health campus (located in the City of Sacramento), and associated buildings. UCDPD has a budget of $11 million and currently employs 51 sworn officers, 25 professional staff, and 112 student employees. Top candidates will have a career history that demonstrates outstanding leadership skills and the ability to embrace and celebrate the culture and diversity of UC Davis. Requires a Bachelor’s degree and progressively responsible command level experience, including division management assignments. Master's degree and/or advanced level training or graduation from the FBI National Academy is preferred. Requires current California POST management certification or ability to obtain certification. This at-will position has a very competitive salary that will be based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and salary history. Salary is augmented by an attractive benefits package. Interested candidates should apply by submitting a compelling cover letter, comprehensive resume, and current salary to [email protected] by May 5, 2017. Confidential inquires welcomed to Chief Gary Peterson (Ret.), Ralph Andersen & Associates, (916) 630-4900. Detailed brochure available at www.ralphandersen.com. The Ideal Candidate Qualifying Criteria The next Chief of Police will be a visionary and accessible leader Experience – The new Chief of Police will possess progressively who will work collaboratively to advance the safety and security responsible command level experience, including division of the campus community while promoting a police culture that management assignments. Candidates who have experience recognizes the unique role police have on a college campus. in a university environment or demonstrate a management The Chief will be an experienced public safety executive who philosophy that is sensitive and understanding of the is a creative, culturally competent, results-oriented leader. The complexities of campus life will stand out. new Chief of Police will have an excellent understanding of and sensitivity to the complexities of campus life and will flourish in Education – Bachelor’s degree is required from an accredited this multi-sited campus environment. college or university with emphasis in police science, public or business administration, or a related field; master’s degree Top candidates will have a career history that demonstrates is preferred. Other advanced executive level training or outstanding leadership skills and the ability to embrace and graduation from the FBI National Academy may be a plus. celebrate the culture and diversity of UC Davis. Importantly, this highly accomplished individual will also be strategic and well- POST Certifications required – Must be a certified peace prepared to engage and collaborate with constituency groups officer or have the ability to attain certification as required by the on an array of vital issues, including campus security and safety, California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training customer service, and transparency. The UC Davis Chief of Police (POST). All candidates must possess current management and will be a confident and humble executive who will engender advanced California POST certifications or be eligible to attain trust from the UC Davis community as well as earn the respect certification. of both sworn and civilian employees. The top candidate will be an individual who possesses the highest level of integrity, is To Apply compassionate, respectful, and honest. This is a confidential process and will be handled accordingly The selected candidate will be expected to identify and address throughout the various stages of the process. References will issues, and implement recommendations while working in not be contacted until mutual interest has been established. conjunction with various members of the university leadership, community stakeholders, and, where appropriate, employee and Electronic submittals (preferred) by highly qualified candidates student organizations. The successful candidate will also have are to be sent to [email protected] and should include experience managing complex budgets including managing both a compelling cover letter, comprehensive resume, and current expenses and revenues. salary by May 5, 2017. Chief of Police The Chief of Police will always be transparent in communications Ralph Andersen & Associates will conduct preliminary (both internal and external), valuing full transparency above short- interviews as applications are received. Ideally, the new Chief term public relations management considerations. The Chief of of Police for UC Davis will join the university in early July 2017 Police will embody the philosophy of openness and will expect or upon a mutually agreed upon date. the same of his/her staff. The Chief of Police will be a stabilizing force in the Department and his/her composure will foster trust Confidential inquiries and questions regarding this career within all levels of UCDPD. opportunity should be directed to Chief Gary Peterson (ret.) at (916) 630-4900. Compensation and Benefits The salary for this position is very competitive. Placement will be based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and salary history. Salary is augmented by an attractive benefits package, details of which are available online in the Compensation & Benefits section: http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/. Equal Employment Opportunity UC Davis is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, or covered veteran status. Recruitment Services Provided by Ralph Andersen & Associates The Department Cadet Program, Student Advisory Council, holding Community Forums, partnering with the Yolo County District Attorney’s Office The UC Davis Police Department is committed to providing a on a Restorative Justice Program, and engaging the homeless safe and secure community for all who visit, attend, and work in the community. at UC Davis campuses and facilities. This is accomplished in partnership with the community and in accordance with the highest professional standards of law enforcement and public The Position service. The mission of the Department is to enhance the quality The Chief of Police provides leadership to the UC Davis Police of campus life by providing a secure and safe environment in Department and ensures the Department executes, to the highest which the University community can conduct its fundamental standards, its mission of providing a secure and safe environment mission of research, teaching, patient care, and public service. through the department’s Community Policing Model. Reporting to the Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor, the Chief of Police Established in 1947, UCDPD is a state police agency that is responsible for managing, planning, and directing the law provides patrol, investigative, emergency management, and enforcement activities associated with the main campus, the UC An Incredible Opportunity crime prevention services on the main campus and at UC Davis Davis Health campus, and associated buildings in Sacramento. Health in Sacramento. Its jurisdictional boundaries extend one The Chief of Police sets clear goals and objectives for Department A national search is underway to attract highly qualified candidates for an exciting opportunity mile around the main campus and UC Davis Health campus personnel as well as develops and implements policies and to lead the University of California, Davis Police Department (UCDPD). During this special and and all facilities administered by UC Davis. The Department has procedures that promote multi-campus safety initiatives. its main police station on the UC Davis campus and a satellite challenging time in policing, this is a rare and incredible opportunity to lead the police department station at the UC Davis Health campus in Sacramento. UCDPD The Chief of Police participates in various system-wide and of one of the nation’s top universities. The University of California, Davis (UC Davis) seeks a Chief currently employs 51 sworn and 25 professional staff as well local campus law enforcement committees and represents as 112 student employees. The Department is organized in the UC Davis Police Department to the campus, neighboring of Police who is dedicated to providing a safe and secure environment for teaching, research, and two divisions: Administration and Operations. Administration communities, and outside law enforcement agencies. In addition, public service through patrol, rapid response to calls for service, investigations, education, and consists of Investigations, Dispatch, and Records and Evidence. the Chief of Police works with municipal, county, state, and federal Operations includes all aspects of campus law enforcement implementation of contemporary crime prevention strategies. government agencies