Director, Campus Emergency Management & Public Safety Tech

Saint Xavier University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Xavier University is seeking an experienced professional to oversee emergency management operations and Public Safety technology systems on campus. The role involves developing emergency plans, coordinating response efforts, and ensuring regulatory compliance across safety communications and incident reporting.

You will administer surveillance, access control, alarms, radios, and dispatch systems, while collaborating with IT, Facilities, and external partners to implement new technologies

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Emergency Management, Information Technology, Criminal Justice, Public Safety, or a related field.
• Some experience and/or exposure in emergency management, public safety, law enforcement, or campus safety.
• Hands-on technical experience administering and troubleshooting physical security systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain University emergency operations, continuity, and hazard mitigation plans.
• Lead emergency response, drills, exercises, and preparedness training.
• Coordinate emergency planning and response with CPD, CFD, CEMA, IEMA, and other agencies.
• Ensure compliance with Clery Act, HEA, OSHA, and applicable state requirements.
• Manage campus emergency notification systems and communications.
• Administer surveillance, access control, alarms, emergency phones, radio, and dispatch/CAD systems.
• Oversee system maintenance, security, user access, licensing, troubleshooting, and vendor support.
• Maintain and audit system records and data for investigations and compliance.
• Evaluate new Public Safety technologies and coordinate implementation with IT, Facilities, and vendors.

Skills

Emergency management

Public safety tech

Physical security systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Saint Xavier University is seeking an experienced professional to oversee emergency management operations and Public Safety technology systems on campus. The role involves developing emergency plans, coordinating response efforts, and ensuring regulatory compliance across safety communications and incident reporting.

You will administer surveillance, access control, alarms, radios, and dispatch systems, while collaborating with IT, Facilities, and external partners to implement new technologies