Director of Campus Safety

Position Summary:

The Director for Campus Safety is a full-time, 12-month professional staff within the Division of Student Affairs, reporting to the Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students.
The Director is responsible for day-to-day operations of this newly established and evolving campus safety department. Specifically, the Director is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure learning and work environment for all members of the Franklin Pierce University community, as well as guests and visitors. In collaboration with the Vice President for Student Affairs is responsible for the development, implementation, and management of comprehensive preventative campus safety programs, services, resources and educational programs, including but not limited to personal safety, security operations, fire safety, disruptions in daily operations, emergency and crisis response and management, transportation, production of campus identification cards and parking enforcement for the University.

Requirements:

• Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in law enforcement or campus safety or a combination of experiences in college or university campus environment.
• Certification in CPR and First Response, Mental Health First Aid, Crowd Management, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA),
• Defensive Driver, Sexual Assault Prevention and Response; Completion of Campus Safety, Facilities, Grounds and Residence Life and Community Standard Training (NOTE: certification and training must be obtained 3 months from the date of hire).
• Physically able to lift various materials up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis. While performing required job tasks, physically able to remain standing up to minimally 50% of the time; Capability to work in varying weather conditions.
• Possesses dexterity abilities required to perform typing, operate a computer and other office equipment.
• While performing required job tasks, physically able to remain seated, frequently to continuously.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Ability to work under pressure and make sound decisions during emergencies.