Safety director Jobs in Cincinnati oh

Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio, is seeking applications for the Director of Public Safety & Chief of Police to serve as the face and spokesperson of the university for all safety and law enforcement related issues. The Director will maintain a high degree of visibility and will represent the department in the local community and serve a central role in establishing and maintaining strong collaborative relationships with university constituents and local, regional, state and federal public safety agencies. The role plans, organizes, directs and administers the overall police and public safety initiatives of the campus community.  The Director supervises the command staff, the sworn officers and XUPD staff; develops and implements effective university safety policies and programs; manages recruitment and training of staff; develops and implements effective crime prevention strategies including a comprehensive community oriented policing program; ensures timely and accurate reporting in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations; and has responsibility for the daily operations of the university police dept.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES :

SAFETY

Serves as the face and spokesperson of the university for all safety and law enforcement related issues.

• Provides overall direction and oversight of the university’s safety initiatives, strategies and programs.
• Identifies and oversees the implementation of safety enhancements on campus.
• Identifies, develops and presents safety and crime prevention programs, training and education for faculty, staff and students.
• Provides oversight for the development, maintenance and testing of the various campus safety communication tools including : XU AlertMe, emergency notification phones, building alarm systems, digital signage, safety website, and the XUPD website.
• Co-chairs the University Safety Committee.
• Develops and presents annual safety update to the Cabinet and Board.
• Manages all aspects of emergency preparedness. Leads the Campus Emergency Response Team (CERT). Prepares the Campus Emergency Response Plan and conducts drills to test and evaluate the plan. Ensures that the plan is compliant with NIMS and that a unified command structure is utilized.

POLICE OPERATIONS

Provides leadership, guidance and direction to the Xavier University Police Department to promote a safe and secure campus community.

CLERY COMPLIANCE

Responsible for providing direction and oversight to the development, implementation, and monitoring of the University’s Clery compliance process.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Master’s degree in Criminal Justice or Public Administration

Qualified candidates, if selected for offer, will be required to pass a drug screening, a department physical assessment test as well as other University required tests.

Xavier University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity.   All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, skin color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

To ensure consideration, interested / qualified applicants must submit a cover letter, resume and the names and contact information of three professional references on Xavier University's website by January 1, 2025 .

BENEFITS :

Xavier University offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and employment class.

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