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Director of Campus Safety Jobs in Spartanburg, SC at Converse University
Title: Director of Campus Safety
Company: Converse University
Location: Spartanburg, SC
SUMMARY OF POSITION: Under the direction of the Vice President for Operations and Chief Financial Officer, the Director of Campus Safety provides strategic and operational leadership for the university’s safety, security, fire safety and emergency preparedness which are 24/7/365 operations. The Director is responsible for setting the team vision, strategy and direction of the programs, providing technical guidance, risk analysis, training and inspection services to ensure the effective performance of the department alongside compliance with federal, state and local agency standards and regulations. The Director is responsible for planning, budgeting, directing, coordinating, managing and staffing all activities of the department for its continued and efficient operation; for the development and enforcement of rules, regulations, and policies within the department; for the completion and distribution of such reports as may be required by appropriate authorities; and for the departments’ relations with the campus community, administrators, and other agencies.
Essential Duties/ Non-essential Duties And ResponsibilitiesAdministrative and Supervisory (50%)
Leads, plans, organizes, manages, and directs all activities of campus safety, security and emergency preparedness in accordance with university procedures and policy on college campuses and centers as well as off-campus sites.
Develops and maintains excellent working relationships with a diverse group of students, faculty, staff and external customers/constituents.
Supports and collaborates with departments across campus on a daily basis.
Promotes a positive image of the University when handling customer/client problems by treating each individual with respect and resolving their concerns/complaints in a professional manner.
Engages in learning best practices including the latest innovations in technology for campus safety and security teams.
Develops and implements comprehensive public safety programs, policies, and procedures.
Manages campus parking and traffic procedures consistent with applicable laws and regulations.
Investigates or directs the investigation of all violations of university policies, misdemeanors, and
Collaborates with departments across campus including student organizations in the planning and preparation of events. Schedules security and oversees safe practices for campus events and is willing to be on call or available at events when necessary.
Provides overall supervision and leadership to a staff of 14 fulltime employees while maintaining necessary coverage for shift operations within a 24 hours operational environment. Directly supervises and routinely checks in with:
(1) Administrative Assistant/Clery Compliance Officer,
(1) Campus Fire Marshal/Emergency Preparedness Director,
(1) Sergeant – Training Sergeant
(1) Sergeant – Shift Commander (Second Shift)
(1) Sergeant – Shift Commander (Third Shift)
Interviews, selects, trains, and evaluates performance of departmental staff.
Ensures appropriate personnel staffing for daily routines and special events including a willingness to take extra shifts and call responsibilities to best support the department and university.
Maintains awareness of all applicable local, state, and federal laws related to campus safety and security in higher education.
Creates and maintains a positive working relationship with Spartanburg Police, Spartanburg Sheriff’s Dept, and other agencies with other higher …
