Deputy Director of Public Safety
Deputy Director of Public Safety
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$ 60000 - 61800
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Position Summary
The Deputy Director of Public Safety is a key member of the leadership team for Claflin Universitys Department of Public Safety. This position serves as secondincommand to the Executive Director/Chief of Police and provides administrative operational and compliance oversight. In addition to managing daytoday public safety operations the Deputy Director is responsible for internal affairs professional standards Clery Act compliance officer recruitment and training coordination.
This role holds the rank of Captain and requires strategic leadership supervisory ability policy development experience and the capacity to coordinate crossfunctional regulatory and operational efforts with both internal stakeholders and external law enforcement partners.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Leadership and Strategic Support
- Assist in the daily management and strategic planning of all public safety functions including patrol investigations dispatch emergency response and special event security.
- Supervise public safety personnel including sworn and nonsworn officers ensuring operational effectiveness and adherence to departmental goals.
- Coordinate with Facilities Student Affairs and external agencies to support campuswide safety initiatives.
Professional Standards & Internal Investigations
- Conduct and oversee investigations into officer conduct citizen complaints and personnelrelated incidents.
- Serve as lead investigator for Title IXrelated public safety incidents as assigned.
- Maintain records and documentation related to internal affairs and disciplinary matters.
- Develop and maintain the Department of Public Safetys Standard Operating Procedures.
Compliance and Clery Act Program Management
- Serve as the universitys Clery Compliance Coordinator and Campus Safety Survey Administrator.
- Lead the collection analysis and publication of crime statistics; oversee preparation of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report.
- Maintain campus security authority (CSA) records and ensure CSA training and outreach.
- Ensure compliance with Clery Act mandates including timely warnings emergency notifications and crime log maintenance.
Training and Recruitment
- Act as Training Officer for the department coordinating inservice training and certification requirements for security and police personnel.
- Liaise with the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy for officer certifications and training.
- Lead the recruitment background investigations and onboarding for new officers.
- Oversee the Field Training Program (FTO) for new hires.
Technology and Criminal Justice Information Systems
- Serve as Terminal Agency Coordinator (TAC) and oversee compliance with FBI CJIS policies.
- Coordinate audits training and security measures related to criminal justice databases.
- Supervise the Local Agency Security Officer (LASO) to ensure integrity of information systems and security protocols.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Criminal Justice Public Administration or a related field (Masters degree preferred).
- At least 10 years of progressively responsible law enforcement or public safety experience with 3 years in a supervisory or command role.
- Certified Class 1 Police Officer in South Carolina or able to obtain certification within 6 months.
- Strong working knowledge of Clery Act Title IX and FBI CJIS security standards.
- Experience in higher education or campus law enforcement preferred.
- Valid South Carolina drivers license or ability to obtain one within 60 days.
- No felony convictions; U.S. citizen or legal resident.
Preferred Skills and Competencies
- Excellent leadership interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills.
- High proficiency in policy development investigative procedures and personnel management.
- Familiarity with records management systems Microsoft Office Suite and emergency communication platforms.
- Ability to work collaboratively across departments and with external agencies.
Claflin University is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
