Chief of Campus Police

CHIEF OF CAMPUS POLICE

Number of Openings : 1

Institution : Cleveland State Community College

Department : Campus Police

Reports to : VP for Infrastructure, Information & Operations

Campus Location : Cleveland, Tennessee

Salary Range : $62,034 - $77,543

Position Status : Exempt / Full-Time

Moving Allowance : N / A

Cleveland State Community College is a comprehensive, two-year post-secondary institution, located in Cleveland, Tennessee. Cleveland State is committed to providing open access and quality education to all students. A Tennessee Board of Regents institution, Cleveland State is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). At Cleveland State, our mission is to build strong minds, careers and communities through exceptional teaching and learning, workforce development and service. We wish to hire individuals with similar values who can help us accomplish those goals.

Special Instructions to Applicants :

To be considered for a position at Cleveland State, you must complete an online application. Your skills, abilities, qualifications, and years of experience will be evaluated solely based on the information provided in your application. Any work experience not included will not be considered for meeting the minimum requirements or determining compensation for the position.

Please note the following :

• Attaching a resume does not substitute for completion of the application form.
• Part-time work experience is calculated at 50% of full-time experience.

JOB SUMMARY

The Chief of Campus Police is responsible for the development, implementation, and administration of law enforcement, security, crime prevention, safety, and parking for both the main campus and campuses within the college’s five-county (5) service area.. This role involves establishing policies and procedures that ensure the safety and well-being of the college community, including students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

Additionally, the Chief will work closely with various college departments and external agencies to promote safety awareness and provide educational programs. The Chief will also be responsible for developing long-term safety and security strategies that align with the College's mission and values.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICIATIONS

Minimum of an Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, or a related field from an accredited institution is required.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Crime Prevention and Law Enforcement (40%)

Community Engagement and Support (25%)

Administrative and Compliance Tasks (25%)

Strategic Planning and Management (10%)

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (5%)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

WORK ACTIVITIES & EQUIPMENT

Knowledge of the use of two-way radios, computers, printers, cell phones, and other necessary law enforcement equipment to effectively operate the Campus Safety and Security office.

JOB LOCATION

The Campus Police Department, located on the main campus of Cleveland State Community College in Cleveland, Tennessee, is the primary workplace. In addition to travel for trainings and conferences both state-wide and within the United States may be required. Additionally, occasional travel to off-campus sites within the college’s five (5) county service area may be required.

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Applicants may be subject to a background check and credit check.

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Cleveland State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following :

Applications can be assured full consideration if submitted by November 22, 2025.

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Human Resources Office

Telephone : 423-478-6203; FAX : 423-478-6257

Email :

The following link will direct you to a reporting section of the college’s website :