Director of Security

Reports To: 

Assistant Vice President, Campus Operations

Position Status:

Full-Time

Posted Pay Range: 

$68,777.00 - $85,971.00

With strategic leadership, develop, sustain and implement campus security policies, procedures, and processes. Collaborate with various stakeholders to build comprehensive and compliant physical security protocols, emergency procedures, and response measures geared towards continuous improvement. Develop crime prevention, education, outreach, and analysis. Works collaboratively with various departments to ensure compliance with the Clery Act and associated regulations. Facilitate and manage the annual Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Report and acts as Clery Compliance Officer. Lead, facilitate, train, and integrate the development and implementation of campus security programs, emergency operations, campus safety, and other related needs.

Why Join CWI?

At the College of Western Idaho (CWI), you will work in a dynamic, collaborative environment where problem-solving and innovation are valued, and your contributions directly enhance the efficiency of the institution.

Key Responsibilities:

Campus Safety Operations & Emergency Response

• Delivers and oversees safety & campus security education; facilitates monthly, seasonal and annual crime prevention outreach to the campus community, including issuing Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications, responds to campus emergencies within standard operating procedures.
• Strategically plan and assist in the College’s emergency management plan.
• Respond to and investigate crisis/emergent situations during normal operational hours and after hours.
• Lead/Co-Lead the college threat assessment team.
• Oversees Risk Management and Emergency Management.

Compliance, Risk, and Regulatory Oversight

• Acts as the Campus Compliance officer as it relates to the Jeanne Clery Act and related statutes; serves as the Campus Safety Survey Administrator for Clery Act requirements and collaborates with affiliate’s campus personnel, administrators, and Campus Security Authorities (CSAs) are involved in the campus safety team to collect and report on crime data.
• Advises senior leadership on interpretation and application of laws, rules, regulations and policies, which may affect campus safety and security.
• Manages the Environmental Safety and Health in developing and administering safety programs maintaining compliance with Federal, State, and local laws relating to OSHA, FEMA, etc.

Security Programs, Systems, and Policy Development

• Acts as key crime prevention officer, manages third-party security firm, provides prevention programming, emergency preparedness, and law enforcement outreach, as well as, champion the training and success of third-party vendors.
• Develop plans for building security systems, conducting security inspections, and recommending prevention/corrective measures as necessary.
• Initiates sustains and updates system and affiliate-level policies and procedures related to campus safety, physical security, security technology, and related programs.

Data Analysis, Partnerships, and Community Engagement

• Develop and maintain relationships that nurture the trust of the campus community; establishes a diverse community network including strong relationships with local law enforcement.
• Researches, aggregates data, and analyzes information including, crime statistics, incident data and trends, gathers, and is responsible for crime analysis.

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Five years of progressively responsible experience in safety and security
• Two years of supervisory experience in campus safety, law enforcement, or related environments
  
  Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Knowledge of safety and security principles, policies, and compliance requirements
  • Ability to manage conflict and facilitate dispute resolution
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Demonstrated leadership, problem-solving, and analytical abilities
  
  Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience developing record management policies and programs
  • Experience influencing cross-functional or external partners

Additional Instructions for Applicants:

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