Police Lieutenant

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nations capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood and the Capitol Campus just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs a global perspective and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry a commitment to social justice and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

Requirements

Job Overview

This position is open for five days only from September 23 through September 28 2026.

This is a mid-level management position. As a mid-level manager the incumbent manages personnel ensures adherence to GUPD policy and directives and oversees the daily GUPD administrative and/or operational functions. This oversight is over all GUPD service functions which may include Patrol Community Engagement/Special Events Criminal Investigations Support and Special Services assignments. Lieutenant may supervise oversee and coordinate daily activities of police operations investigations special event management recruitment and hiring research design and implement training and certification requirements for sworn and non-sworn personnel. The incumbent prepares staff reports develops event action plans and conduct internal investigations of citizen or internal complaints. The incumbent may be responsible for managing special events student guards and contract security functions. They will provide proximity and exercise delegated authority of the GUPD Command Staff so that critical decisions are made in a timely manner and quality of service is assured by evaluating operations and administrative functions recommending or implementing improvements to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of activities. The incumbent participates in compliance activities assists with departmental policies prepares reports and other documents as assigned. The incumbent may be assigned to either the Hilltop or Capitol Campus.

Work Interactions

The Lieutenant position bridges the gap between front line employees (Sergeant/Officer) and the senior command staff (Captain and above). This position reports to the Administrative and or Operations Captain as designees of the Deputy Chief of Police. Lieutenant works independently with limited supervision. The incumbent may directly or indirectly plan organize schedule organize and supervise Sergeants Investigators Communications Officers Communications Specialists Special Police Officers Security Officers Student Guard Managers Student Guards and may manage contract security. The incumbent coordinates work activities with both internal and external GUPD partners. The Lieutenant serves as an incident commander oversee investigations assists with threat cases and participates in complex and or sensitive incidents/events The incumbent is one of the faces of the Georgetown University Police Department.

Requirements and Qualifications

• College degree required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible law enforcement experience related to public safety including at least 2 years of supervisory experience required.
• 1 to 3 years of security law enforcement or military experience is required.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must qualify for and maintain a Special Police Officers Commission.
• Must possess and maintain a valid drivers license with no violations in the last five years and must be able to pass Georgetown University Drivers Certification.
• All applicants are subject to a written test a report writing test drug test physical examination by a medical doctor to university specifications and extensive psychological testing. Must be able to pass a comprehensive background investigation
• Must have current certification in Baton/OC Spray. Must have successfully completed the Consortium of Universities Law Enforcement Academy or equivalent training and certification from a civilian or military law enforcement academy
• Must possess basic to intermediate knowledge of criminal and civil law and police policies and procedures
• Must have a working knowledge of electronic reporting systems.
• Must possess certification of a trainer or ability to become certified as a trainer within promotional evaluation period (for internal promotions) or probationary period (for new hires) in one or more of the following: Baton/OC Spray Police Cycling Field Training CPR/First Aid or others as may be added in the future.
• Must possess tact patience a professional and courteous demeanor and be customer service-oriented in order to assist students staff faculty visitors and community members.
• Must have the ability to supervise evaluate manage and motivate subordinate sworn and non-sworn personnel.
• Must respect the use of police powers in relation to a University environment.
• Must be proficient using computers including Microsoft Word and email and/or the ability to learn these applications is essential.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills including report writing are essential.
• An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered in lieu of the above requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in and responsibility for critical incident response and notification procedures.
• Previous experience and/or training in situations involving sexual assault and discrimination (including religious racial and sexual orientation).
• Knowledge of telecommunications equipment.
• Administrative and clerical skills.
• Emergency management experience.
• Demonstrated leadership in a higher education environment.

Work Mode Designation

This position has been designated as On-Campus. Please note that work-mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a positions mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown Universitys mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: is considered essential under the University Personnel policy guidelines and therefore is subject to be on call when necessary. Must be willing to work extended odd or off hours to achieve the expectations of the Department. This may include rotating tours of duty (day shifts evening shifts overnight shifts) with fluctuating days off according to departmental needs.

Pay Range:

The projectedsalary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is:

Compensation is determined by a number of factors including but not limited to the candidates individual qualifications experience education skills and certifications as well as the Universitys business needs and external factors.

Current Georgetown Employees:

If you currently work at Georgetown University please exit this website and login to GMS () using your Net ID and password. Then select the Career worklet on your GMS Home dashboard to view Jobs at Georgetown.

Submission Guidelines:

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at Georgetown University you must submit a resumefor each position of interest for which you believe you are qualified. Documents are not kept on file for future positions.

Need Assistance:

If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process please visit the Office for Equal Opportunity Compliance website for general information about requesting accommodations as well as information about requesting accommodations specifically for applicants. You also can also contact the Office for Equal Opportunity Compliance at or .

Need some assistance with the application process Please call . For more information about the suite of benefits professional development and community involvement opportunities that make up Georgetowns commitment to its employees please visit the Georgetown Works website.

EEO Statement:

GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age citizenship color disability family responsibilities gender identity and expression genetic information marital status matriculation national origin race religion personal appearance political affiliation sex sexual orientation veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical dental vision disability and life insurance retirement savings tuition assistance work-life balance benefits employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.