Director, Campus Safety & Emergency Preparedness

ivytech; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Dental plan

Vision plan

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness program with Wellness Rewards

Retirement contribution

Educational Benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Ivy Tech is seeking a Director of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness to oversee daily operations, supervise staff, and collaborate with campus leadership on safety programs.

The role requires coordinating emergency management, drills, and Clery compliance while guiding a strategic staffing plan and campus security initiatives across the state. Strong communication and leadership are essential for building a safe campus culture.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of related supervisory experience.
• Experience in post-secondary education settings preferred.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to travel within the state and occasionally out-of-state.
• Valid Indiana driver's license and Driver Approval Form.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, select, retain, and develop campus Public Safety staff.
• Provide direct supervision to campus Public Safety personnel.
• Implement emergency management and business continuity plans.
• Plan drills to meet Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program.
• Ensure Clery Act compliance and coordinate with campus leaders.
• Lead in campus crisis situations and liaison with PSEP leadership.
• Meet with campus safety committee to address safety concerns.
• Support campus security staffing plan and physical security measures.

Skills

Public Safety leadership

Supervision

Emergency management

Clery compliance

Strategic staffing planning

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Ivy Tech is seeking a Director of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness to oversee daily operations, supervise staff, and collaborate with campus leadership on safety programs.

The role requires coordinating emergency management, drills, and Clery compliance while guiding a strategic staffing plan and campus security initiatives across the state. Strong communication and leadership are essential for building a safe campus culture.