Assistant Director of Safety and Security

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title Assistant Director of Safety and Security FLSA Exempt Primary Responsibilities

Reporting to the Director of Safety and Security, this position is responsible for the leadership and supervision of departmental staff in providing a safe and secure environment for all community members, as well as all University property. The Assistant Director shares in the supervision of a professional staff consisting of: three sergeants, five security officers, one emergency dispatcher, the Student Safety Team, and the First Response Team. The Assistant Director's work schedule will typically be assigned to night shifts and most weekends or be determined by the Director of Safety & Security in support of the department operations.

The Assistant Director position will be responsible for overseeing critical investigations, both internal and criminal for the Safety & Security Department. In addition, the employee will be responsible for the Safety & Security component of compliance and investigations for a variety of laws, regulations and mandates. These regulations include Title IX, Clery, VAWA (Violence Against Women Act, NYS Education Law including sections 129A and 129B (Enough is Enough 7/15). The employee will be expected to assist in developing emergency plans, periodically provide off-hours supervision at key events, and participate in the on-call Safety & Security administrator duties.

Campus Life

• Assists in providing leadership and vision in securing a safe university environment.
• Works closely with the sergeants, security officers and emergency dispatchers in insuring that all university policies are enforced and procedures/protocols are followed.
• Works closely with the Director to ensure that all appropriate staff training and development is provided.
• Assist in the responsibility for ensuring that every sergeant and security officer meets the New York State Security Guard Act's annual training requirements.

Crisis Management

• Assists in overseeing crisis training of all sergeants, security officers and emergency dispatchers in an effort to insure that emergency policies and protocols are in place and are being followed.
• Develops a close working relationship with the Department of Residence Life, Facilities Operations, the local Police and Fire/ EMS agencies.
• In case of any emergency situation the Assistant Director will support the Director of Safety and Security in assuming on-site command and control.

Staff Supervision

• Provides first line supervision for three sergeants, five security officers, one emergency dispatcher, the Student Safety Team and the First Response Team. Works with the Director to ensure appropriate outcomes relative to departmental complaints, personnel complaints, disagreements and appeals.
• On-call Supervisor when designated by the Director of Safety and Security.

Coordination with Other Campus Entities

• Actively participates and contributes to the Student Life team.
• Collaborates with the Office of Intercultural Engagement, Inclusion, and Belonging and Student Life to share insights on operations and training of staff.
• Works collaboratively with university departments on event staffing requests.
• Serves on a variety of committees.
• Works closely with the Information Technology, Facilities Operations and Health & Counseling.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associates degree required. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Two to three years of experience at a supervisory level, in the field of campus security, including patrol, investigation, supervision, training, and administration.
• Must have experience working with a variety of people and ability to communicate successfully with young adults, faculty, and staff.
• NYS Security Guard License required.
• Valid driver's license, good driving history and meet university standards for driving.
• Pass a detailed background check.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in law enforcement preferred.

Salary Salary range $68,000 to $75,000 annually Status (FT, PT, Seasonal, Temp) Full-time (12 months)

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number ST01501 Desired Start Date Open Date (to accept applications) Close Date (date applications will not be considered) Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicant

Interested and qualified applicants please complete the online application form and upload required documents in the "applicant documents" section of the form.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the finalist successfully passing a background (including criminal records) check.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Resume
• Contact Information for 3 Professional References

Optional Documents

• Additional Document 1