Director of Campus Safety and Security

Director of Campus Safety and Security

Jefferson Community College, Watertown, New York, a member of the State University of New York (SUNY) system, is conducting a search for full-time Director of Campus Safety and Security. The Director of Campus Safety and Security is the senior-level management/confidential employee responsible for the proper administration and efficient operation of the security and safety functions at Jefferson Community College. Reporting to the Vice President for Administration and Finance, the Director is responsible for the development, implementation, and management of the campus safety and security personnel, programs, and services. The Director will be required to monitor the campus, enforce college policies, and respond to emergencies. This role involves both proactive patrols and responding to incidents to ensure the safety and well-being of the campus community.  The Director will establish and maintain effective working relationships with all constituencies, including appropriate enforcement agencies, in order to foster a cooperative climate on campus for compliance with, and enforcement of policies and procedures established to protect persons and property. Staff are expected to advance the College's focus on student success and completion and will work closely with the College's leadership to advance the mission of the Strategic Plan 2020-2025. 

Required: Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of seven (7) years of appropriate professional experience or associate’s degree and a minimum of ten (10) years of appropriate professional experience.

Applicants must interact and communicate effectively with diverse populations, foster inclusion, and promote equal access and treatment for groups traditionally under-represented in higher education.

Preferred: Previous experience in security, law enforcement, or a related field is preferred. Familiarity with campus security environments is a plus.

Certifications

• Current New York State Peace Officer certification preferred.
• Candidate must successfully complete requisite training as prescribed by the municipal police training council in accordance with Section 2.30 of Criminal Procedure Law and always maintain such certification for the duration of employment. 
• Candidate must possess the certification to carry a firearm/pistol and must successfully complete a New York State firearms/weapons re-certification program(s)as required by law or regulation.
• CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications, or the ability to obtain them.
• A valid New York State driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Advertised Salary: $75,000-$95,000/yr. for well-qualified individuals. Salary is determined based upon experience and education in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement as well as internal equity.  The College offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, vision, and dental insurance, long term disability, generous leave policies, paid holidays, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, tax-deferred Compensation, NYS retirement, as well as employee and dependent tuition waivers.

To Apply: For additional information about the College and this posting, please visithttps://www.sunyjefferson.edu, and select “Careers at Jefferson”. You may apply by selecting the “Apply Now” button. A letter of application (cover letter), résumé, unofficial transcripts for all degrees earned, copies of certifications, and contact information for three professional references are required. Review of applications will begin immediately. For consideration, completed applications must be received by Thursday, November 14, 2024. Finalists will be responsible for interview-related expenses.

Final candidates are subject to a pre-employment criminal background investigation.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.