Director of Campus Safety

Job Title: Director of Campus Safety

Department: Campus Safety

Reports To: Executive Vice President for Student Experience and Strategy

Status: Full-time, Exempt

Job Summary:

The Campus Safety Director is responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of all campus participants, staff, faculty, and visitors. This role involves developing, implementing, and overseeing comprehensive safety protocols, emergency response plans, risk management strategies, and campus safety professionals. The Campus Safety Director will work closely with various departments across Calvin University to create a safe and secure environment that adheres to the latest industry standards and regulations.

Key Responsibilities:
 

Team Management:

• Provide strategic leadership and manage the human resources of the department by selecting, training, directing, and evaluating professional and support staff members, which include armed officers.
• Supervise, coach, and partner with the Assistant Director of Campus Safety to oversee day-to-day departmental operations.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide feedback to direct reports.
• Ensure that the Campus Safety team is adequately trained and equipped to handle safety-related tasks.
• Foster a positive and collaborative team environment to achieve strategic goals and department objectives.
• Collaborate with cross-divisional senior leaders and their teams to ensure enterprise safety remains a top priority.
• Manage and ensure fiscal accountability for the Campus Safety operational budget.  
   

Safety Protocol Development:

• Design and implement safety protocols that address current and emerging risks.
• Regularly review and update safety procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Manage campus parking and traffic policies and procedures.
   

Emergency Response Planning:

• In collaboration with the Emergency Management Planning Team, develop and maintain emergency response plans for various scenarios, including natural disasters, medical emergencies, and security threats for both Calvin University and Calvin Theological Seminary.
• Conduct regular drills and training sessions to ensure staff readiness and effective response.
   

Compliance & Risk Management:

• In consultation with other campus leaders and stakeholders, identify potential risks involving people and property and develop strategies to mitigate them.
• Conduct regular safety audits and inspections to ensure adherence to safety standards.
• Oversee university compliance with federal and state regulations (Clery Act, Violence Against Women Act, Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act, state fire laws, etc.); act as Clery Compliance Officer for Calvin University. Facilitate education and drills in accordance with regulations and Calvin policies.
• Establish and maintain a Use of Force Procedure for the Campus Safety Department and review all use of force incidents to ensure compliance.
   

Incident Response:

• Manage investigation processes by developing and supervising a team approach to incident response to ensure effective and efficient action.
• Provide support for special situations by being available for crisis management needs outside of regular working hours to provide safety expertise and input.
   

Collaboration and Communication:

• Work closely with campus staff, medical personnel, and local authorities to ensure a coordinated approach to safety and campus security.
• Communicate safety policies and procedures to all campus participants and staff.
• Participate in divisional planning and contribute to divisional and university projects and committees.
• Establish cooperative relationships with local first responders including police, fire, ambulance, and other emergency units to enhance campus safety and emergency preparedness.
• Participate in and build collaborative partners with professional networks, including West Michigan area Campus Safety Directors, MACLEA, and NACCOP.
• Assist in preparing and disseminating emergency communications, alerts, and notifications to the campus community during emergencies or significant events.
   

Training and Education:

• Foster an environment of continual learning by regularly updating safety protocols and education materials to reflect current standards and emerging trends, ensuring all members of the campus community are well-informed and prepared to respond appropriately to evolving safety practices.
   

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year university in