Campus Safety Chief: Lead Trust, Protect Our College

Baton Rouge Community College; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

Medical insurance options

Holidays and leave benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Baton Rouge Community College (BRCC) seeks a bold, strategic Chief of Campus Security to lead safety, trust, and belonging across the campus community. This role shapes culture, policy, and operations to ensure a safe, inclusive environment aligned with BRCC’s mission.

The Chief serves as the top law enforcement leader, directing public safety activities, modernization efforts, and collaboration with internal and external partners. Strong leadership and years of policing experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related field from an accredited college or university
• 10 years of progressive policing experience, including 5 years in a command-level position
• Ability to meet certification requirements under Louisiana Revised Statutes, LRS 17:1805, Authority of University or College Police Officer
• Experience supervising sworn personnel and managing public safety operations
• Knowledge of modern policing practices, emergency response, and regulatory compliance
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, and organizational effectiveness

Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership for all public safety operations, including patrol, investigations, and emergency response
• Develop and maintain policies and procedures in compliance with federal/state laws and system requirements
• Lead campus emergency preparedness planning and coordinate crisis response protocols
• Build relationships with students, faculty, staff, and external partners to promote safety and trust
• Oversee training and professional development of public safety personnel
• Oversee security technologies, parking operations, and identification systems
• Develop and manage the department budget and allocate resources effectively

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational management

Clery Act compliance

Emergency response

Law enforcement coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related field

Bachelor's degree in any field

Job description

Baton Rouge Community College (BRCC) seeks a bold, strategic Chief of Campus Security to lead safety, trust, and belonging across the campus community. This role shapes culture, policy, and operations to ensure a safe, inclusive environment aligned with BRCC’s mission.

The Chief serves as the top law enforcement leader, directing public safety activities, modernization efforts, and collaboration with internal and external partners. Strong leadership and years of policing experience are essential.