Inspector of Professional Standards

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The University of Texas at Austin Police Department Police Inspector position is a sworn peace officer position that assists the police administration in maintaining the public trust by conducting investigations of sworn and non-sworn employees involved in criminal activities, use of force incidents, or violations of departmental policies.The investigator receives and investigates complaints whether received from community members or university employees in accordance with University policies and Texas State labor law. The position is open to both internal and external candidates.

Conduct thorough, unbiased, investigation of all use of force incidents and complaints received against police department employees. Acts as a liaison between the department and the Office of the Director of Police on critical incidents and sensitive or high profile investigations.

• Plan, organize, conduct, and document administrative investigations into allegations of misconduct by sworn and non-sworn UTPD employees and review all use of force incidents. Consult training unit on outcomes of reviews and guide department wide training topics to include the development of course curriculum for first line supervisors' response and review of use of force incidents.
• Document and prepare extensive case files to support investigations and conclusions; coordinate investigations, reviews, and analyses with UTPD chain of command and outside agencies; organize and complete case reports and case files within mandatory time frames. Facilitate efficient processes and procedures for response to critical incidents.
• Plan, organize, and conduct on- and off-scene interviews of complainants, involved employees, and witnesses; document all interviews with appropriate media, including digital recordings and written transcriptions; adhere, observe, and follow departmental policy and established labor law in regard to employee and due process rights.
• Interpret evidence; coordinate staff training covering internal affairs processes; research law enforcement best practices; assist with pre-employment background screening; respond to requests for additional information.
• Maintain and oversee the department's established system for storing, accessing, and retaining evidence generated from body worn cameras and fleet camera systems. Establish and maintain Axon Standards workflow processes to include generating an annual use of force report.
• Other duties as assigned involving investigation, information gathering or related topics. May be required to respond to after-hours critical incidents.

• 1. Minimum 10 years full-time in a full-service law enforcement agency.
• 2. Minimum 5 years of supervisory experience (at least 3 as Sergeant or above).
• 3. Minimum 5 years as a full-time investigator or detective.
• 4. Minimum 5 years conducting administrative employee misconduct investigations.
• 5. Eligible for and must maintain TLETS access per FBI CJIS policy.
• 6. Valid U.S. driver's license; must obtain Texas license and maintain acceptable record.
• 7. Pass comprehensive background check (fingerprints, criminal history, character).
• 8. Successfully complete firearms qualification.
• 9. Successfully complete psychological assessment.
• 10. Current/prior TCOLE Peace Officer License; if prior, must be eligible for re-licensure within 90 days of hire, and have a Master Peace Officer Certificate.

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Minimum two years of internal affairs experience.

This job requires a class "C" operator's driver's license. The applicant selected must provide a current three year driving record from the current state of residence. If not currently a Texas resident, a Texas driver's license must be obtained within 30 days of becoming a Texas resident. Employees who are required to have a CDL are subject to drug and alcohol testing (pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, random, return-to-duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing).

$105,000.00+ depending on qualifications

• Some severe weather work may be required.
• May work in extreme temperatures.
• May work around standard office conditions.
• Repetitive use of a keyboard.
• Use of manual dexterity.
• Climbing of stairs.
• Climbing of ladders.
• Lifting and moving.

• Standard UT schedule, Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, 40 hours per week.
• May be required to work non-traditional schedule at times to include periods of on-call response.

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest

Importantfor applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure thatALLRequired Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers:As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left-hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled into your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questionspresented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

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Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer,complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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Pay Transparency:

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

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Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

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E-Verify:

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

• E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

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Compliance:

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.