Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 10 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Master’s degree or higher in a relevant area of study plus 8 years of relevant professional experience. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

• Possession of a District of Columbia Special Police Commission or the ability to obtain a DC commission within 120 days of employment;
• Successful completion of a drug screen and GWPD-approved mental examination
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship.

• Advanced training/education evidenced by either a master’s degree or post-baccalaureate degree by the time of hire in criminal justice, police science, public administration, or a related field AND/OR evidence of the successful completion of an advanced law enforcement leadership development program such as the FBI National Academy, Northwestern University School of Police Staff and Command, or Southern Police Institute.
• Demonstrated interpersonal and relationship-building skills; a collaborative and team-oriented leadership style, engaging manner, spirit of collegiality; the capacity to engage, inspire, and motivate others;
• Ten years of law enforcement experience, including five years of recent experience at the command level (Lieutenant or equivalent or above);

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The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.