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Director of Public Safety
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Position Number: 5822192
Location: St Paul, MN
Position Type: Campus Safety and Police

Director of Public Safety

Division: Finance & Administration
Department/Office: Security

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St. Catherine University is accepting applications for a fulltime Director of Public Safety. This individual will serve as the senior operational administrator for the Department of Public Safety, ensuring a safe and secure environment for the entire campus community.

The Director of Public Safety is responsible for providing administrative and leadership to the Public Safety Department. This includes overseeing daily operations, managing the parking operations, developing strategic plans, and implementing initiatives to enhance campus safety.

Responsibilities:

Develop and continuously improve public safety services to the University Community including the development and implementation of department policies and procedures. Ensure that public safety policies and procedures are consistent with St. Catherine University policies, federal, state and local law.
Ensure compliance with all legislation regarding public safety department operations, including the Student Right-to-Know/Campus Security Act (Clery Act) and Omnibus Anti-Crime Act. Monitor changes in the law to insure continued institutional compliance.
Oversee investigations of all criminal activity taking places on the University campus (initial and follow-up). Coordinate investigations with local, state and federal law enforcement agencies. Prepare monthly and annual reports indicating crime-related activity and suggest and implement prevention strategies as directed daily.
Develop and manage access and alarm control systems, coordinate key distribution and maintain a safe and secure environment. Work with public safety staff in maintaining lost and found.
Develop, direct and/or supervise all University crime prevention initiatives for the purposes of promoting University prevention awareness in compliance with legislative requirements; design and conduct student and employee training programs relating to public safety issues.
Daily problem-solving involves proactively taking charge of situations, prioritizing the many and varied demands, analyzing and resolving the problems brought to this position and making decisions which may have an impact on the operation of the entire University. Ability to implement University policies and procedures and develop policies and procedures as necessary.
Prepare and coordinate special event public safety on and off the campuses.
Monitor and provide budget related information as requested and make fiscal recommendations, to effectively manage resources.
Must exercise considerable creativity and innovation in finding alternate means and methods of accomplishing work in an area where safety hazards exist and he/she has been contacted for advice. When new regulations are promulgated, the incumbent must also be able to ascertain their applicability to any area of the University and then work with the area's supervisor to devise a way to meet the requirements of the new regulations.
Annually review Emergency Response Guide, Emergency Operations Guide and revise as necessary and test St. Catherine University emergency plan through use of a tabletop or similar exercise.
Provide leadership for department staff including student workers that work in a capacity of building monitors and community service officers.
Develop and improve parking services to the University community including the development of department policies and procedures, proper signage and enforcement.

Employees at St. Kate's feel a deep connection to the University's Mission and Vision, and they live their values at work. Benefits available to full-time employees include:

Three weeks of accrued vacation time as well as fourteen (14) paid holidays and paid "gift" days when the University is closed.
Free tuition for employees and reduced tuition for their families after one year of service
Health, dental, and vision insurance
403b retirement plan access
Accrued sick time
Six weeks of paid parental leave after one year of service

St. Catherine University in St. Paul, Minnesota, is a comprehensive Catholic university and home to one of the nation's largest colleges for women, with associate and graduate programs for all genders. Founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1905, the University integrates liberal arts and professional education within the Catholic traditions of intellectual inquiry and social teaching. Committed to excellence and opportunity, St. Catherine enrolls students in certificate, associate, baccalaureate, master's and doctoral programs in traditional day and evening/weekend/online formats.

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience working in law enforcement, private security or campus security.
Thorough knowledge of state and federal criminal/civil law including Orders for Protection, Harassment/Retraining Orders, City of St. Paul ordinances, legislative mandates, Student Right-To-Know campus Security (Clery) Act, Campus Security Authority and the Omnibus Anti-Crime Act.
Knowledge of advanced investigative procedures.
Knowledge of camera, key card, key and other technology.
Excellent human relations skills in order to establish effective working relationships with a variety of people.
Supervisory experience including hiring & training staff, coaching and discipline, performance reviews, scheduling, etc.
Ability to analyze situations and procedures and recognize any safety or health hazards that exist within them.

BA/BS degree in Criminal Justice, Social Work, Law Enforcement, or related field
Six (6) years of progressively increasing administrative responsibility for a recognized fire, police, emergency management or public safety department including experience in a command position as a department head.

An equivalent combination of ten years of education, experience and training that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the job proficiently.

Preferred Qualifications:
We seek creative, adaptable staff who enjoy working in a university climate that promotes cultural diversity, multicultural understanding, and cultural fluency. Consistent with the university's commitment to women, diversity and social justice, preference will be given to candidates who manifest these themes in their experience and service.

Application instructions:

Posting Number: 20220655-STAFF
Posting Start Date: 11/20/2024
Application Deadline: 12/6/2024

To apply, visit https://stcatherine.peopleadmin.com/postings/9425

St. Catherine University is an equal opportunity employer. Our commitment to inclusion reflects the central value of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet to "love of neighbor without distinction" and provides a learning and working environment that is enriched by the diversity of all our members. Individuals of religious, racial, ethnic, gender identity, nation of origin, or disability groups that have traditionally had less representation in higher education are encouraged to apply. Should you need an interview accommodation please contact us at hr@stkate.edu or 651-690-6565.