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Senior Director of Public Safety & Security
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Position Number: 5931106
Location: Waco, TX
Position Type: Campus Safety and Police

Senior Director of Public Safety & Security

Job Identification: 17963
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What We're Looking For

This position specifically supports the mission of the University by providing strategic and comprehensive leadership for all campus-wide security functions. This role unifies efforts to develop an integrated approach to safety and security by improving efficacy and consistency in protocols, procedures, and reporting.

A bachelor's degree and five years of work experience are required. A master's degree and ten years of work experience are preferred.

Additional skills, knowledge or qualifications include:

Extensive organizational leadership and law enforcement experience, with increasing levels of responsibility.
Ability to implement best practices in a complex organization.
Change management leadership experience.
Capacity to effect cultural and operational change in a decentralized structure.
Ability to lead a department and promote shared understanding among diverse functional units.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a Full-Time basis.

What You Will Do

Develop, administer, and maintain a comprehensive institutional safety and security strategy which supports students, faculty, staff, and constituents in conjunction with applicable offices.
Oversee the university's public safety and security activities and programs on campus and within the greater community.
Provide oversight on the assessment and management of campus transportation and parking needs by ensuring appropriate policies and plans are in place.
Work closely with Environment Health and Safety to identify comprehensive protocols which sustain existing safety programs and develop new procedures as necessary to ensure ongoing safety.
Evaluate current and future university protocol by staying aware of pending and final legislative changes which may affect university safety and security provisions.
Serve as the University representative and maintain positive relationships with external law enforcement agencies, media outlets, Board of Regents, and other external entities on public safety and emergency response.
Oversee continued development of all aspects of the university's emergency response and continuity program which includes establishing key responsibilities to the appropriate positions at the university.
Analyze crime trends and incident reports to ensure utilizations of manpower offset trends and effectively address concerns.
Oversee university police department management of resources to assess effective service and ensure efficient coverage.
Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor's mission.
Ability to comply with University policies.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance.

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family's wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

Explore & Engage

Learn more about Baylor and our strategic vision, Baylor in Deeds. Also, explore our great hometown of Waco and the many opportunities to engage locally. If you are new to Central Texas, This is Waco!

About Us:
Baylor University is a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, Baylor is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor's commitment to equal opportunity and respect of others does not undermine the validity and effect of the constitutional and statutory protections for its religious liberty, including, without limitation, the religious organization exemption under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the religious exemption to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and the Free Exercise Clause of the First Amendment to the United States Constitution, among others. Baylor encourages women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply. EEO/M/F/Vets/Disabled

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