This is an Internal Employment Opportunity

The Department of Public Safety is seeking an Operations Captain. This is a full-time (1.00 FTE), 12-month, public safety professional position.

Building on 150 years as Oregon’s land grant institution, Oregon State University serves the state, the nation and the world as a premier 21st-century research university.

MISSION—As a land grant institution committed to teaching, research, and outreach and engagement, Oregon State University promotes economic, social, cultural, and environmental progress for the people of Oregon, the nation, and the world.

We will be welcoming and foster belonging and success for all. We are a diverse community, defined by the rich palette of cultures we share, and we will strive to eliminate achievement gaps among sub-groups of students and inequities in the advancement of faculty and staff. We will foster the personal success of each member of the university community and instill a commitment to serve Oregon, the nation, and the world.

OSU is building an organizational culture founded on the values of inclusion, mutual respect, good physical and mental health, collaboration, and humility, so that people from every background are welcomed and thrive, our community is diverse, and our leadership advances both excellence and innovation.

The OSU Department of Public Safety will support and emulate the mission, core values and goals as outlined in SP 4.0 by providing for a safe campus for students, faculty, staff, and visitors that facilitates Oregon State University’s educational, research, and community service goals; and to provide these services with the highest standards of inclusivity, transparency and accountability.

The provision of public safety on OSU’s Corvallis campus will undergo a transition when the three intragovernmental agreements for licensed law enforcement services with Oregon State Police end on December 31, 2020. OSU leadership has determined the best course of action to ensure the continuation of law enforcement services in a manner that is aligned with the values and principles of OSU is to bring this function within the university.

Effective January 1, 2021, pursuant to ORS 352.118 and 352.121, OSU will utilize its own sworn officers to provide law enforcement services for the Corvallis campus.

The Department of Public Safety is now recruiting lateral, sworn law enforcement professionals to lead, supervise and expand a foundation of complex, compassionate, and diversified safety services for the university community. Now is the time to join the new adventure and opportunity to develop, lead, and supervise within the newly constituted Department of Public Safety (DPS): as the OSU Police Captain

Reporting to the Associate Vice President of Public Safety & Chief of Police, the OSU Police Captain is a sworn position responsible for the supervision, planning, coordination, and oversight of the activities and operations of staff assigned to the police and public safety patrol, investigations, and operations. This position will work independently in performing regular assignments, reviewing, and participating in the work of law enforcement. This position provides leadership, support, development, and accountability for police officers and security/public safety officers assigned to DPS.

The OSU Police Captain will have regular daily contact with all members of the Oregon State University campus community, including students, faculty, staff, visitors, and members of the public.

The OSU Police Captain oversees day-to-day patrol-related operations; monitors, observes, and assists police sergeants, police officers, public safety

officers, and other staff as necessary. This position will provide short-term and long-term guidance, coordination, and evaluation of work assignments. This position will supervise sworn sergeants who supervise sworn police and security/public safety officers and act in the capacity of a sworn officer to the full extent of all federal, state, county, and university laws, regulations, and policies as necessary. This position participates as a member of the Department of Public Safety leadership team to contribute to the strategic and operational oversight of the full department and will stand in for the Chief as necessary

Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!

Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

FACTS:

• Top 1.4% university in the world

• More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined

• 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.

• 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties

• 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone

• 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates

• 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color

• 217k+ alumni worldwide

• For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about

Locations:

Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.

Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.

• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.

• Retirement savings paid by the university.

• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.

• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.

• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.

• Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.

Oregon State University is deeply committed to the principles of a Health Promoting University. This commitment drives a collaborative approach across OSU’s safety and well-being programs, reducing silos and coordinating efforts to enhance employee safety and well-being. By prioritizing resources that support the health of both employees and students, OSU fosters a culture of care and a healthier campus environment where everyone can thrive.

2025 Best Place for Working Parents® Designation!

Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.

60% OPERATIONAL ADMINISTRATION AND MANAGEMENT.

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position-qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions, and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified, and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030..

This position is deemed essential and supports essential functions on campus operations and may be expected to report to work during inclement weather, emergencies, and other University work curtailments of closure.

This position will require presence during evenings and weekends on campus and at other locations for emergencies, events and meetings.

This position may involve shift work that can include day shift, swing shift, or night shift duties that the administration assigns.

Due to the timely decision-making nature of the position, the Captain must be prepared to provide immediate direction to the community by making decisions for the University that may marginally relate to law enforcement/public safety until higher-level authority arrives on the scene.

The OSU Police Captain may at times be the highest-ranking law enforcement official on campus. As such, the incumbent is expected to make emergency command decisions without the benefit of consultation from a higher authority.

Problems are highly varied, complex and often non-recurring; require novel and creative approaches to resolution. Requiring analysis or interpretation of the situation. Problems are solved using knowledge and skills, precedents and practices. New concepts and approaches may have to be developed at times. This position may act as Chief of the Department during the Chief’s absence.

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

1) A resume/CV; and

2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.

You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.

For additional information please contact: Michael Harmon at michael.harmon@oregonstate.edu or 541-737-3010

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

Starting salary within the salary range will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience.

OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu.