Assistant Director of Public Safety
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Market Reference Range (MRR): 10
Months Per Year: 12
Employment Status: Full-Time
Work Model: On-site
Seattle
University will be one of the most innovative and progressive Jesuit and Catholic
universities in the world, educating with excellence at the undergraduate,
graduate, and professional levels. We embrace an intersectional framework for
defining diversity in its broadest sense, including differences in gender,
gender identity, race, ethnicity, generational history, culture, socioeconomic
class, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status,
political perspectives, geographic origin and physical ability. Seattle
University strives to be a welcome, open and safe campus climate for all who
learn, live and work at Seattle University.
Seattle University's Core Competencies
Effective Team Collaboration: Works harmoniously with others towards a common goal, leveraging individual strengths to achieve shared objectives.
Emotionally Intelligent Communication: Engages in a skillful exchange of information, thoughts, and feelings, verbally and non-verbally.
Ethics and Integrity: Demonstrates an unwavering commitment to honesty, professionalism, and alignment with our Jesuit mission in all actions and decisions.
Flexibility and Innovation: Embraces change, approaching problems with curiosity adaptability, and is committed to making a positive impact.
Mindful Inclusion: Fosters mindful inclusion by consciously creating a workplace that celebrates differences, embraces cultural humility, and empowers uniqueness.
Outcomes-Driven Orientation: Sets clear objectives, pursues excellence, and delivers measurable outcomes while upholding Jesuit Catholic values.
Position Description
The Assistant
Director of Public Safety at Seattle University South Lake Union Campus plays a
critical role in ensuring the safety and security of the college community,
including students, faculty, staff, and visitors. This position supports the Executive
Director of Public Safety in developing, implementing, and managing
comprehensive public safety programs, policies, and procedures. The Assistant
Director will oversee daily operations, supervise public safety staff, and
collaborate with campus partners to foster a safe and inclusive environment
that supports the University’s mission and values.
Essential
Duties and Responsibilities
Operational Leadership:
- Assist the Executive Director in
managing the daily operations of the Public Safety Department, including
scheduling, staffing, and resource allocation.
- Oversee the implementation of
safety protocols, emergency response plans, and crime prevention
initiatives.
- Serve as a key point of contact
for public safety concerns and incidents, ensuring timely and effective
resolution.
Supervision and Training:
- Supervise, mentor, and evaluate
public safety personnel, including officers and dispatchers.
- Develop and deliver training
programs for staff on topics such as emergency response, de-escalation
techniques,
- cultural competency, and Title IX compliance.
Foster a culture of
professionalism, accountability, and continuous improvement within the
department.
Emergency Management:
- Collaborate with the Executive Director
to develop and maintain the college’s emergency preparedness and response
plans.
- Coordinate drills, exercises, and
training sessions to ensure campus readiness for emergencies.
- Act as a primary responder during
critical incidents, providing leadership and support to the campus
community.
Community Engagement:
- Build strong relationships with
students, faculty, and staff to promote a culture of safety and trust.
- Serve as a liaison between the
Public Safety Department and other campus departments, including Student
Affairs, Facilities, and Human Resources.
- Participate in campus committees
and initiatives related to safety, diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Compliance and Reporting:
- Ensure compliance with local,
state, and federal regulations, including Clery Act reporting and Title
IX requirements.
- Maintain accurate records of
incidents, investigations, and safety-related activities.
- Prepare reports and presentations
for college leadership on public safety trends, incidents, and
initiatives.
Strategic Planning:
- Assist the Executive Director in
developing long-term strategies to enhance campus safety and security.
- Stay informed about emerging
trends and best practices in public safety and higher education.
- Recommend and implement innovative
solutions to address evolving safety challenges.
Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Public
Administration, Emergency Management, or a related field (Master’s degree
preferred).
Experience:
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in public safety, law
enforcement, or emergency management, with at least 2 years in a
supervisory or leadership role.
- Experience working in a higher education setting is
highly desirable.
Skills and Competencies:
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal
skills.
- Knowledge of emergency management principles, crime
prevention strategies, and risk assessment.
- Ability to work effectively with
diverse populations and foster an inclusive environment.
- Proficiency in using public safety technology,
including surveillance systems, incident reporting software, and emergency
notification systems.
- Demonstrated ability
to remain calm and make sound decisions under pressure
Certifications:
- Valid driver's license.
- CPR, First Aid, and AED certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire)>
- Additional certifications such as
FEMA Emergency Management, Clery Act Compliance, or Title IX training are
a plus.
Working
Conditions:
- This position may require working evenings, weekends,
and holidays, as well as responding to emergencies outside of regular
business hours.
- Physical requirements include the ability to patrol
campus on foot, respond to incidents quickly, and perform duties in
various weather conditions.
- Work is primarily performed in an office
environment with extensive work at a computer workstation and site visits to
various University and community facilities and also at emergency scenes on or off the
normal work week schedule.
Performance Requirements
Knowledge
of:
- Public Safety management policies and practices including legal, technical, organizational aspects as well as sources of current information of the field.
- Department procedures, pertinent Public Safety and administrative regulations.
- Public Safety work and operations, facilities and equipment, community infrastructure, neighborhoods, institutions, and oversight agencies.
Skills
in:
- Strong management skills including leadership/supervisory skills, problem analysis, and decision‑making, consensus-building, planning and organizing, interpersonal sensitivity, management control, adaptability/flexibility, stress tolerance, and time management.
- Skills for effectively supervising and coordinating the efforts of subordinates in daily and emergency conditions.
- Project and program planning and implementation.
- Excellent oral communications skills for working with a diversity of personnel, public officials, and citizens.
- Excellent writing skills for preparing major reports and communications with staff and citizens.
- Demonstrated skill in using various information systems and communications and computer technology applications for public safety and office systems.
- Read, interpret and apply a variety of laws, rules and regulations governing emergency management/preparedness and department operations.
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with elected officials, associates, subordinates, employees of other agencies, community members and the general public.
Ability to:
- Always conduct self in an ethical, professional and respectful manner.
- Demonstrate the Public Service Competencies of Service Orientation, Results Orientation, and Teamwork and
- Cooperation, and to model, coach, and develop these competencies in staff.
- Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with citizens and stakeholders, both internal and external.
Application Instructions
Please attach a cover letter with your resume when applying. Job postings are open until filled, unless otherwise specified.
Compensation at a Glance
Salary Range: $70,000 - $78,000
Seattle University has provided a compensation range that represents
its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the
time of posting. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be
determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected
candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity
considerations, and available market information, and not based on a
candidate’s gender or any other protected status.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck.
Seattle University provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement
contributions that add to your total compensation package.
Benefits at a Glance
Consistent with its fundamental Jesuit values, Seattle University offers a wide range of benefits designed to care for the whole person. Choose from three different medical plans, a dental, and vision insurance programs. Protect your income with life, short & long-term disability coverage. Plan for your future with up to a 10% employer contribution
for retirement benefits, comprised of a 5% nonelective employer contribution
and an additional dollar-for-dollar match of your voluntary contributions up to
a maximum of 5%. You may also take advantage of 100% paid tuition benefits for the employee and dependents, a subsidized transportation benefit, a wellness program with free access to an onsite fitness facility, and a wide variety of campus events. Enjoy a generous holiday schedule, including a paid Holiday break closure in December, vacation and paid sick leave, and paid community service leave. For more information explore the Benefits website at: https://www.seattleu.edu/hr/benefits/
Hybrid Eligible
This
position may be eligible for a hybrid schedule after successful completion of
an introductory work period of 3-6 months. This may mean that a hybrid eligible
role will begin on-campus initially and then will transition to hybrid format
following onboarding and training. Flexible work plans are subject to periodic
review and may be changed or terminated at any time for any reason at the
university’s discretion.