Chief Public Safety & Security Leader

University System of Georgia; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

The University System Office in Atlanta seeks a Chief Public Safety Officer to provide leadership and strategic direction for public safety across the USG system. You will oversee law enforcement operations, coordinate with state and national agencies, and guide safety policy development at the executive level.

Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor's degree, POST certification, 10+ years in related fields, and a track record of executive leadership, emergency management, and risk reduction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 10+ years in law enforcement, public safety, risk management, emergency management, or related field.
• POST Certification required and ongoing certification maintenance.
• Must pass extensive background investigation including criminal, credit, employment, education, licensing checks.
• Must meet physical fitness/health/agency standards.
• Must be available to respond to emergencies and work extended, irregular hours.

Responsibilities

• Serve as USG subject matter expert guiding public safety and law enforcement matters.
• Liaise with state and national governmental organizations on safety matters (GEMA, FEMA, POST).
• Develop, implement, and oversee comprehensive safety and security policies across USG.
• Provide safety and security guidance in system-wide initiatives.
• Serve as emergency coordinator for planning, disaster recovery, and business continuity.
• Coordinate with campus administrators to ensure consistent law enforcement practices.
• Lead and mentor campus police chiefs and oversee risk management reporting.
• Oversee recruitment for institution-level police chief hiring and related processes.

Skills

Leadership

Public safety leadership

Policy development

Emergency management

Risk management

Communication

Emergency response

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree

POST Certification

Master's degree preferred

Job description

The University System Office in Atlanta seeks a Chief Public Safety Officer to provide leadership and strategic direction for public safety across the USG system. You will oversee law enforcement operations, coordinate with state and national agencies, and guide safety policy development at the executive level.

Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor's degree, POST certification, 10+ years in related fields, and a track record of executive leadership, emergency management, and risk reduction.