Public Safety Associate, Investigations

Position Summary
Reporting to the Chief of Public Safety, the Public Safety Associate for Investigations is responsible for conducting general Public Safety, Title IX, and interpersonal misconduct investigations. The position includes administrative functions, including using information systems, producing comprehensive investigative reports, following departmental policies and procedures, and all compliance-related issues. The Public Safety Associate may also serve as a liaison with the Los Angeles Police Department on crime issues. Public Safety associates work a 4/10 compressed schedule.
Duties and Accountabilities
1. Responsible for working closely with the Office of Student Conduct & Community Responsibility (OSCCR), and Human Resources to investigate possible violations of the LMU's Community Standards or policies, which often include investigations of criminal and non-criminal incidents reported to Public Safety, both on and off-campus.
2. Accurately gathers and analyzes statistical data contained in crime and incident reports; ensures compliance with applicable local, state, and federal reporting requirements.
3. Develops strong working relationships with LMU Campus partners, the Los Angeles Police Department, Los Angeles Fire Department, Los Angeles City Attorney, and other municipal agencies and community groups to obtain relevant information, reports, and documents that can assist in the investigation of LMU Community Standards violations.
4. Proactively assists in solving safety, security, and pertinent criminal issues facing students, faculty, and staff.
5. Conducts timely investigations, including interviewing complainants, respondents, and relevant witnesses.
6. Appropriately handle and analyze case-related evidence and write detailed investigative reports summarizing the investigative process and clearly articulating the investigation findings.
7. Represents the Campus Safety Services- Public Safety within the internal or external community and serves on committees as required.
8. Strong skills in the areas of conflict resolution; problem-solving techniques; trauma-informed interviewing practices; and investigating experience.
9. Strong and effective interpersonal skills; the ability to listen well and demonstrate sensitivity to and respect for individual needs.
10. Ability to work as part of a campus-wide community to resolve complaints neutrally and sensitively. Ability to establish and maintain professional and productive working relationships with staff at all levels.
11. Performs other duties as assigned or requested by the Chief of Public Safety.
Specialized Requirements
Must be available for on-call assignments, campus emergencies, or emergencies related to on-going cases. Must be able to report for work or work past scheduled shift, to work overtime on short or no notice, to work all shifts, to work rotating shifts, and to work weekends and holidays.
Loyola Marymount University Expectations
Exhibits behavior that supports the university's mission vision, and values. Communicates and employs interpersonal actions that model high standards of professional, responsible, accountable, and ethical conduct. Demonstrates a commitment to outstanding customer service.
Requisite Qualifications
• Typically, a Bachelor's Degree in criminal justice, social work, counseling, communications, or related field or equivalent experience. Incumbents will be expected to continue upgrading knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to keep abreast of regulation/policy changes.
• A minimum of four years of experience working in Public Safety, social work, or law enforcement conducting investigations.
• Demonstrated experience should include strong note-taking and report writing skills, following procedures for handling confidential or highly sensitive information; management of multiple conflicting priorities and case files; professional report generation; and facilitating communication between numerous parties.
• Outstanding customer support and communication skills (both written and oral) evidenced by a background in preparing comprehensive reports and executive summaries incorporating complex, technical information.
• Ability to conduct effective and skilled interviews, using sensitivity and good judgment in dealing with diverse populations.
• Demonstrated experience and knowledge of SIM, Title IX, the Clery Act, and FERPA
• Demonstrated computer competency proficiency in Microsoft Office Professional systems, web content management, and utilization of technology for data collection, reporting, and analysis.
• Ability to interpret regulations and translate to policies and procedures.
• Highly developed organizational and leadership skills.
• This position is deemed Campus Security Authority (CSA) under the Jeanne Clery Act.
• This position is deemed a Mandatory Reporter by University policy.
License/Certification/Registration Requirements
• Requires a valid California driver's license. Must maintain a satisfactory driving record as evidenced by DMV.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Constantly required to sit, feel, use finger movements, speak clearly, hear conversation, and see near and far. Frequently required to stand and walk. Occasionally required to lift, carry and push up to 25 lbs., stoop, kneel, reach high and low, and use depth perception.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment is normal and includes working both inside and outside.
MENTAL DEMANDS: Mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Frequent calculating, interrupted work, variety of interrelated tasks, sustained concentration, use of reasoning, judgment, resourcefulness, analytical ability, and ingenuity.
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Salary range
$66,560.00 - $75,200.00 Salary commensurate with education and experience.
Loyola Marymount University, a Carnegie classified R2 institution in the mainstream of American Catholic higher education, seeks outstanding applicants who value its mission and share its commitment to inclusive excellence, the education of the whole person, and the building of a just society. LMU is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment as defined by federal, state and local law. We invite all persons in the full diversity of their being, life experience, and beliefs to apply. (Visit www.lmu.edu for more information.)