Job Description
ATSU - Director of Safety & Security Description A. T. Still University (ATSU) is seeking a full time, exempt Director of Safety and Security on the Kirksville, MO or Mesa, AZ campus. The Director of Campus Safety and Security plans, directs and coordinates activities relating to the protection, safeguarding and security of company assets, employees, invitees and others; ensures established goals and objectives are accomplished with prescribed priorities, time limitations and with fiscal responsibilities; advises, makes recommendations, assists in the formulation of goals and objectives; designs, implements and monitors security policies, procedures and programs; complies with federal, state and local legal regulations; and exercises independent judgment in the course of carrying out overall responsibilities and other activities as assigned. This position reports to the Senior Director of Facilities and Campus Safety.
Duties & Responsibilities - Plans, examines, analyzes, evaluates and supervises University security operations, inclusive of physical security assets and security personnel.
- Completes University Annual Security Reports and ensures the University is compliant with all Clery reporting requirements.
- Prepares reports and records for management team.
- Evaluates current procedures, practices and precedents for accomplishing University activities and functions relative to security.
- Identifies and resolves security related problems.
- Develops and implements alternative methods for security operation improvement.
- Coordinates activities within security area.
- Prepares periodic budget estimate and reports.
- Orders supplies and equipment as needed.
- Reviews financial reports to ensure security operation efficiency and quality control.
- Develops and presents security training programs for University staff, faculty and students. Travels to University Campus' and sites as needed to present training, conduct inspections, or to preform any other tasks necessary to ensure the safety of students, staff, and faculty.
- Supervise security personnel with direct supervision of the campus/site Security Supervisor.
- Performs audits of security related performance and conducts physical surveys of premise security, including security equipment condition.
- Conducts, supervises and prepares reports relating to internal investigations of any losses or violations of regulations, policies and procedures. Investigative responsibilities do not extend to matters governed by ATSU Policy 90-210 Prohibition of Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation. Instances of discrimination, harassment, or retaliation must be referred to the Title IX and Civil Rights Coordinator.
- Develops, implements and manages training program for security personnel.
- Leads emergency management and contingency planning efforts, including planning and execution of tabletop exercises and other drills.
- Leads and directs the University emergency planning committee for all Campus' and sites.
- Forms strong relationships with local law enforcement, fire and other agencies and maintains ongoing coordination as it relates to security and emergency response.
- Participates in local/regional emergency planning efforts and working groups.
- Directs and coordinates, through subordinate and/or contract personnel, ATSU activities and security functions, utilizing knowledge of established policies, procedures and practices.
- Initiates personnel actions such as recruitment, selections, transfers, promotions and discipline or dismissal measures.
- Resolves work grievances or submits unsettled grievances to the Assistant Vice President of Human Resources.
- Prepares work schedules; assigns or delegates responsibilities.
- Provides work directives for subordinates.
- Sets deadlines to ensure completion of operational security functions.
- Interprets and disseminates ATSU policy to subordinate personnel; and evaluates employee performance.
- Works and coordinates with the Facilities department for University events.
- Assists the Chief Operating Officer and General Counsel's office with the relevant information necessary for completing the Jeanne Clery Act reporting.
- Participates in ATSU policy development and strategic planning, as it relates to security and safety.
- Performs other activities as assigned.
Requirements Education & Experience - Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, law enforcement, security or a closely related field is required, or equivalent number of years of experience, and/or 10 years full-time experience performing supervisory responsibilities or highly responsible work relating to tasks assigned to this position.
- Master's degree in criminal justice, law enforcement, security or a closely related field or considerable experience in these areas is preferred.
- Law enforcement experience is required
- Possession of a valid motor vehicle license and willingness to operate motor vehicles in the course of employment..
- Any professionally recognized certification in a security and/or law enforcement related field is desired.
The salary range for this position is 95,850 - 119,801 based on location, education, and experience.
ATSU offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverages, among more. If eligible, employee-elected benefits would begin the first of the month following hire date. For more information, please visit: atsu.edu/employment/benefits .
A.T. Still University (ATSU) does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities.
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