Police Major - TULSA

Police Major

Essential Duties:

• Serves as command staff supervisor of commissioned, non-commissioned, and civilian personnel for the University of Oklahoma. Serves as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) by fulfilling training and reporting obligations related to campus safety protocols.
• Oversees the overall administration and day-to-day operations of assigned area.
• Assumes responsibility as the highest ranking officer in the department in the absence of the Chief and Deputy Chief.
• Supervises employees, including hiring, discipline, training and evaluating performance.
• Interprets and administers policy and procedures.
• Formulates or directs the preparation of special orders.
• Conducts management review of all department operations.
• Conducts preliminary investigations of all complaints tendered against department personnel as assigned by Administration.
• Ensures implementation of personnel development and skill enhancement programs for department personnel.
• Participates in planning of programs and services.
• Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.

Job Requirements

Qualifications:

Required Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in Sociology, Public Administration, Psychology, Criminology, or Corrections, Criminal Justice, AND:

• 60 months experience in Law Enforcement, 24 months in supervision/management of police/security officers and 12 months experience in administration of a police department/security force, or closely related field.

Equivalency/Substitution: Will accept 48 months experience in Law Enforcement in lieu of the Bachelor's Degree for a total of 108 months related experience.

Working Conditions:

• Physical: Frequently communicates clearly and concisely. Frequently walk, climb stairs, and stand for extended periods of time. Occasionally climb ladders and carry at least 30 pounds above shoulders.
• Environmental: Works extended periods of time during emergency situations and critical incidents. Frequently exposed to extreme weather conditions.

Certifications or Licenses:

• Valid Oklahoma Driver License
• CLEET certified police officer
• Must pass medical exam, as well as a physical fitness test.
• Obtain and maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification through the department
• CLEET Requirements: Must be at least 21 years of age, a U.S. citizen or in resident alien status defined by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration. Must have fingerprint clearance from FBI and Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation and not have a conviction in state or federal court for any felony, crime of moral turpitude or a crime of domestic violence. Must not have been involuntarily committed to a state mental institute.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Advanced knowledge of police procedures for gathering information involving crime and incident investigations, reporting and documentation
• Ability to pass a University psychological evaluation using a psychological instrument approved by CLEET
• Ability to complete complex administrative paperwork
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to operate police equipment, i.e., radar, breath alcohol analyzers, mobile computers and radio, lock systems

Job Number: 260486

Organization: Campus Police

Job Location: Oklahoma-Tulsa

Schedule:

Work Schedule: Varies

Work Type: Onsite

Salary Range: Commensurate with experience

Benefits Provided: Yes

Required Attachments: None

Hiring contingent upon a Background Check?: Yes

Special Indications: None

Job Posting: Mar 12, 2026