College Director, Safety & Security

SCOPE OF WORK: Reporting to the Business Operations Officer the Director of Campus Safety plans develops and directs all aspects of campus public safety to ensure the safety and security of all students faculty staff and visitors; the protection of College property and facilities; the appropriate investigation of criminal activity reports and safety-related incidents; and the efficient and effective operation of the department in support of the Colleges mission vision and values.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Directs all aspects of College Safety and Security operations including the supervision training scheduling and evaluation of Campus Safety & Security Officers and staff.
• Works with all departments/constituents on campus as needed to ensure the safety and well-being of all students faculty staff and visitors.
• Fosters & maintains a culture of collaboration respect helpfulness and support in the Campus Safety department and across the College.
• Models and ensures that departmental practices and employee conduct align with the Colleges mission vision and values.
• Supports orderly behavior among students faculty staff and visitors.
• Embraces NHTIs restorative justice approach to violations of the Student Code of Conduct and where appropriate supports enforcement of the Student Code of Conduct.
• Cooperates with law enforcement agencies in all matters of security including criminal violations on campus.
• Cooperates with local fire department and state fire marshal office to ensure campus facilities and activities are compliant with fire safety laws and regulations and cooperates in the investigation of all fire related issues and arsons on campus.
• Conducts and oversees investigations concerning campus policy violations and/or potential violations of state law; appropriately refers incidents to other college departments (e.g. Residence Life Student Conduct) and external agencies for investigation or follow-up as needed
• Leads campus emergency preparedness and safety programs including the development implementation and review of safety measures warning systems training programs tabletop exercises and drills to ensure compliance with applicable safety health and emergency management standards and regulations. Maintains required documentation and records.
• Investigates occupational accidents or injuries to identify hazards and implements corrective actions in coordination with appropriate College departments revising safety procedures as necessary to support compliance and risk reduction.
• Oversees safety devices and warning systems including fire panels smoke and heat devices pull stations and sprinkler systems as well as security equipment including card access systems burglar alarms video cameras and video monitors in campus buildings and on campus grounds conducts campus wide fire drills;
• Maintains key and ID systems and records for the college; leads and trains Safety & Security Officers for the issuance of all keys/IDs to students faculty and staff.
• Ensures Clery Act compliance as mandated by the Department of Education.
• Tracks developments in law regulations and best practices related to the safe operation of the College; advises administration and informs and trains students faculty and staff as appropriate.
• Participates in college committees teams ad hoc groups and activities related to Campus Safety and/or to ensure the perspective of Campus Safety is appropriately represented in shared governance.
• Complies with all college system state and federal rules and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelors degree from a recognized college or university with a major study in the field of criminal justice law enforcement public administration or a related field of study. Each additional year of formal education may be substituted for one year of work experience.

Experience: Five (5) years of experience in the field of criminal justice law enforcement public administration or a related field with at least three (3) years of experience supervising police security correctional staff and/or operations. Each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

License/Certification: Valid New Hampshire Drivers License. CPR/AED and basic first aid certification. National Incident Management System (NIMS) certification.

RECOMMENDED WORK TRAITS: Knowledge of safety and security issues and trends within higher education. Extensive knowledge of the Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act (Clery Act). Commitment to the Colleges culture of student development restorative justice and healthy learning and working. Effective management organization and problem-solving skills. Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of emergency preparedness planning including mitigation preparedness prevention continuity of operations recovery and response. Experience in emergency management. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and to effectively communicate with multiple student populations and constituents. Demonstrated ability to identify resolve and consult on a wide range of safety and security issues while focusing on institutional mission values vision needs and priorities. Ability to work well in a team environment. Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely both orally and in writing. Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in the performance of duties. Proficient in the use of technology especially Word Excel PowerPoint and safety equipment. Ability to work within the framework of a collective bargaining environment. Ability to maintain appearance appropriate to assigned duties and responsibilities as determined by the College.

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT: The supplemental job description lists typical examples of work and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to a position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that classification.