FIRE CAPTAIN jobs in Roswell, NM

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Job Summary

The Police Captain, under the direction of the Chief of Police, is responsible for providing leadership and supervision to officers on UMC campuses.

Reports to : Chief of Police

Job Specific Responsibilities

Daily assignments may include but are not limited to :

• Assist Chief of Police in leading, planning, and directing the operations of the Police operations of UMC campuses.
• Participate in management responsibilities that include but are not limited to : staffing, training, coaching, performance management, disciplinary actions, and employee engagement initiatives
• Ensure timely response and reporting of incidents and / or complaints reported by staff, patients, or neighboring visitors, following Incident Command and Emergency Response protocols
• Assumes management responsibilities for services and programs within the Police department focused on preserving order, protecting life and property, investigating crimes, and enforcing laws and municipal ordinances
• Participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and procedures for the department
• Plans, direct, coordinate, and review the work plan for assigned staff and work assignments / projects
• Participates in the development and administration of the department’s annual budget and forecasting of funds for staffing, equipment, supplies, etc.
• Monitor and approves expenditures ensuring necessary utilization of resources

Participate in coordinating, planning, and scheduling special events and planning meetings as needed

• Act on behalf of Chief of Police and / or Director, Security in their absence
• All other assigned duties related to UMC Police Department

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED
• Graduation from an accredited Law Enforcement Academy is required
• 8 years of experience as a TCOLE Certified Peace Officer
• 5 years of cumulative investigative and supervisory experience leading people and processes

Required Licensures / Certifications / Registrations

• BLS certification from the American Heart Association
• TCOLE license in good standing
• Advanced Peace Officer Certification or the ability to obtain within 12 months of hire
• Valid class C Texas Driver License
• Complete the New Supervisors Course or ability to obtain within 12 months of hire

Skills and Abilities

• High degree of knowledge of the Texas Penal Code, Code of Criminal Procedures
• Working knowledge of principles and practices of law enforcement administration, organization, and management
• Ability to apply methods and techniques used to provide a full range of law enforcement and crime prevention services and activities including investigation and identification, patrol, traffic control, records management, care and custody of persons and property, and crime prevention
• Communicates effectively with patients, family of patients, visitors, and community partners

Interaction with Other Departments and Other Relationships

This position has much interaction with all departments and department leaders within UMC

Physical Capabilities

Extremely heavy physical effort (lift / carry up to 50lbs or more). Prolonged, extensive or considerable standing / walking and at times running.

Lifts, positions, pushes and / or transfers patients. Pushes / pulls or moves / lifts heavy equipment / supplies and or persons.

Manual dexterity and mobility, and intermittent exertion when performing treatments. Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching.

Near visual acuity and depth perception to perform set-ups and examine images for pertinent detail

Environmental Working Conditions

This position is exposed to indoor and outdoor changing temperatures. Exposure to blood borne pathogens, infectious organisms, agents and toxic chemicals is high.

Direct Reports

• Security Lead Guards
• UMC Police Officers

UMC Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

• Request for accommodations in the hire process should be directed to UMC Human Resources. *

Last updated : 2024-04-10