Director of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness

About the role

The Director of Public Safety & Emergency Preparedness reports directly to the Executive Director of Public Safety & Emergency Preparedness (PSEP) in providing day-to-day supervision, oversight, and leadership for public safety and emergency preparedness for the campus.

Responsibilities

• Affords assistance in the recruitment, selection, retention, and development of campus Public Safety staff.
• Provides direct supervision to campus Public Safety staff.
• Collaborates with the Executive Director of Emergency Management and Continuity to implement comprehensive emergency management and business continuity plans and practices on campus.
• Works with the Executive Director of Emergency Management and Continuity, Chancellor, and campus leadership to plan, draft, and execute progressive Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program-compliant drills and exercises.
• Works with the Executive Director of Clery Compliance to ensure campus compliance with the Clery Act.
• Collaborates with the Chancellor and the Executive Director of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness to establish a threat and risk-based front-line security staffing plan.
• Acts upon guidance, in line with PSEP standards, for physical security, including but not limited to surveillance camera systems and electronic access control.
• Provides PSEP leadership during campus crisis or emergency and liaises with the Executive Director of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness.
• Serves as a member of the campus safety committee to identify and address safety concerns and issues relating to safety on campus.
• Serves as a model for strong leadership, developing and supporting the Campus culture of team collaboration and commitment to delivering high-quality services and outcomes, by being student- and employee-centered.
• Maintains campus emergency notification systems.
• Works with facilities in scheduling and coordinating events when public safety is needed.
• Meets regularly with the AWARE Team.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree required, Bachelor’s preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of related experience showing a progression of responsibility and supervision, preferably in post-secondary education.
• Must be adept at resolving individual and group conflicts, and must have excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Must possess excellent organizational, planning, evaluation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to partner well with colleagues both in and outside of the organization.
• Ability to promote an inclusive environment that reflects the broad diversity and backgrounds represented by our students and employees, and in which every individual feels respected and valued.

Qualifications

• Ability to travel within the state for work and occasional out-of-state travel for appropriate professional development.
• Ability to maintain a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the campus.

Skills

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Ability to resolve conflicts and manage stress.
• Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

Full-time, benefits-eligible position with no enrollment waiting period. Exceptional benefit offerings, including:

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Spouse/child life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Short-term disability
• Retailer discount program
• Opportunities for professional development
• Discounts for rental cars, hotels, and electronic and mobile devices
• Eligible employer under the DOL Public Service loan forgiveness program