Campus Safety and Security Manager

About the role

The Campus Safety & Security Manager at Taft College is responsible for coordinating and supporting campus safety and security operations, providing leadership in emergency preparedness, and fostering a safe and welcoming learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Coverage of campus safety and security operations across the District.
• Supervision of campus safety personnel, including scheduling, training, evaluation, and operational oversight.
• Development and oversight of emergency preparedness and recovery plans in accordance with SEMS and NIMS requirements.
• Planning and participation in campus emergency preparedness and disaster response activities.
• Development and implementation of districtwide safety training initiatives and ensuring compliance with District safety training requirements.
• Investigation of incidents occurring on campus and in residence halls and preparation of related reports.
• Serving as the District's lead investigator for assigned campus safety, student conduct, employee misconduct, behavioral intervention, and related complaints or incidents.
• Supporting Title IX compliance efforts by assisting with safety assessments, investigative processes, documentation, response coordination, and related training activities.
• Coordination of campus safety support for college events and activities.
• Preparation of crime statistics and reports for inclusion in the District’s Annual Clery Act Report.
• Maintenance of the Daily Crime Log and ensuring timely completion of all required reporting.
• Conducting assessments of campus safety infrastructure, including lighting, cameras, emergency communication systems, radios, and related equipment.
• Serving as the District's primary operational liaison with law enforcement, fire, and emergency response agencies.
• Participation as a member of the College’s Behavior Intervention Team (BIT).
• Supporting a proactive, student-focused approach to campus safety and violence prevention.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, criminal justice, law enforcement, security or a closely related field and 2 years of supervisory responsibility in campus safety, law enforcement, or a combination of safety and law enforcement.
• Or Associates degree in related field, and 4 years of experience in campus safety, law enforcement, or a combination of safety and law enforcement, and two years of supervisory responsibility in campus safety, law enforcement, or a combination of safety and law enforcement.
• Ability to legally carry a firearm in a California institution of higher education.
• Ability to successfully complete training requirements under SB 390 within 60 days of employment.
• Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic, and disability backgrounds.

Desirable Qualifications

• Certification in Title IX training and any professionally recognized certifications in the security related field.
• Current California POST certification or higher.

Compensation and Benefits

This is a full-time, 12-month per year position with fantastic benefits! At Taft College, you'll enjoy a comprehensive fringe benefits package, including District-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents. We also offer a generous vacation plan to help you recharge. In addition, you'll be eligible to participate in the CalPers or CalStrs retirement systems, with the option to enhance your retirement savings through 457b and 403b optional retirement plans. This is an incredible opportunity to secure both your present and future while working with a dynamic team. This position is a grade 12 on the management salary schedule, with a starting range of $88,775-$101,789. This is an exempt management positoin. Evening, weekend, and holiday work may be required to support district operations and emergency response needs. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.