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University Police - Professional Standards
The Office of Professional Standards provides oversight, accountability, and administrative support functions for the North Carolina A&T State University Department of Public Safety – Police Department. This office ensures the department operates with professionalism, integrity, and adherence to established policies, accreditation standards, and best practices in campus law enforcement.
The Office of Professional Standards oversees the department’s Community Affairs Unit, Training and Professional Development, Property and Evidence Unit, and other internal accountability functions. The Professional Standards Commander serves as the department’s Administrative Lieutenant and reports directly to the Associate Vice Chancellor for Public Safety/Chief of Police.
Key Responsibilities
The Office of Professional Standards is responsible for:- Working in coordination with the Accreditation Manager to develop and maintain policies in accordance with Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) standards and applicable federal and state law
- Assisting in the coordination of documentation and proofs of compliance for reaccreditation assessments
- Ensuring departmental policies align with University regulations prior to approval and dissemination
- Collaborating with department leadership and university partners to maintain operational excellence
- Working with campus partners to raise awareness related to public safety initiatives and build strong, collaborative relationships across the university community
- Overseeing the department’s internship program to facilitate meaningful opportunities for students to learn more about law enforcement operations, public safety administration, and the criminal justice system
- Managing the department’s internal investigations process
Internal Accountability
The department investigates all complaints received from members of the public and employees. Maintaining the trust and confidence of the campus community requires transparency, accountability, and a commitment to thorough, impartial review when concerns are raised.
The Office of Professional Standards coordinates the review of citizen and internal complaints, assigns investigations in accordance with departmental policy, and conducts investigations that may result in administrative action or criminal prosecution when warranted.
At N.C. A&T Department of Public Safety – Police Department, Professional Standards reinforces our commitment to integrity, accountability, transparency, and service excellence in everything we do, while maintaining the trust and confidence of the Aggie community.
