Director of Campus Safety & Emergency Preparedness

Nebraska Wesleyan University; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Disability

Retirement Plan

Paid vacation and sick leave

100% tuition remission after one year

Job summary

Nebraska Wesleyan University seeks a Director of Security and Safety to lead campus safety, security, and emergency preparedness, ensuring a safe environment for students, faculty, staff and visitors. This 12-month, full-time professional role reports to the Vice President for Finance and Administration and oversees the security team and university partnerships.

The incumbent will collaborate with internal stakeholders and local agencies to implement effective safety strategies, maintain

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; direct experience may substitute.
• 5–7 years in law enforcement, safety and security, investigations, or university settings.
• Supervisory experience in a university or school setting preferred.
• Experience budgeting for emergency, routine and preventative safety protocols.
• Strong relationship-building and communication in diverse environments.
• Excellent oral and written communications; high interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and related software.
• Valid driver's license; ability to perform physical tasks.
• CPR, First Aid and AED certification required within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership and direction on campus security and safety, including strategic planning.
• Evaluates emergency and safety procedures; updates written policies.
• Develops and trains on safety procedures with multiple university teams.
• Manages third-party security team and training.
• Monitors security program effectiveness and suggests modifications.
• Maintains campus crime log and reports statistics to authorities.
• Oversees cameras and door access systems; coordinates with first responders.
• Participates in safety committees and outreach campaigns.
• Develops multi-year strategic safety plans aligned with laws and best practices.
• Coordinates evacuation drills with Physical Plant and records outcomes.
• Leads ASFSR preparation and liaises with stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

MS Office

Driver's license

Physical fitness

CPR/First Aid/AED

Emergency preparedness

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Nebraska Wesleyan University seeks a Director of Security and Safety to lead campus safety, security, and emergency preparedness, ensuring a safe environment for students, faculty, staff and visitors. This 12-month, full-time professional role reports to the Vice President for Finance and Administration and oversees the security team and university partnerships.

The incumbent will collaborate with internal stakeholders and local agencies to implement effective safety strategies, maintain