Director - Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness (PSEP)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Ivy Tech Community College seeks a Director of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness to lead day-to-day operations, collaborate with campus leadership, and drive comprehensive safety and security programs. The role is responsible for supervising staff, advancing emergency plans, and maintaining regulatory compliance.

Ideal candidate has at least an associate degree with progression in supervision, strong communication, and planning skills; willingness to travel within Indiana; and a

Qualifications

• Requires experience in post-secondary education or similar setting.
• Demonstrated leadership and staff development capabilities.
• Strong communication, organizational, and planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Assists in recruitment, selection, retention, and development of campus Public Safety staff.
• Provides direct supervision to campus Public Safety staff.
• Collaborates to implement emergency management and continuity plans on campus.
• Plans and executes security drills and exercises.
• Ensures campus compliance with the Clery Act.
• Develops staffing plans with leadership to address threats and risk.
• Oversees physical security including surveillance and access control.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Conflict resolution

Written & verbal communication

Organizational skills

Planning

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

The Director reports directly to the Executive Director of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness (PSEP) in providing day-to-day supervision, oversight, and leadership for public safety and emergency preparedness for the campus. The Director works collaboratively with the Chancellor, the Executive Director of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, the Executive Director of Emergency Management and Continuity, the Executive Director of Clery Compliance, and other key campus stakeholders.

Major Responsibilities:

• Assists in the recruitment, selection, retention, and development of campus Public Safety staff.
• Provides direct supervision to campus Public Safety staff.
• Works with the Executive Director of Emergency Management and Continuity to implement comprehensive emergency management and business continuity plans and practices on campus.
• Works with the Executive Director of Emergency Management and Continuity, Chancellor, and campus leadership to plan, draft, and execute progressive Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program compliant drills and exercises.
• Works with the Executive Director of Clery Compliance to ensure campus compliance with the Clery Act.
• Collaborate with Chancellor and the Executive Director of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness to establish a threat and risk based front-line security staffing plan.
• Acts upon guidance, in line with PSEP standards, for physical security including but not limited to surveillance camera systems and electronic access control.
• Provides PSEP leadership during campus crisis or emergency and liaise with Executive Director of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness.
• Meets regularly with campus safety committee to identify and address safety concerns and issues relating to safety on campus.
• Serving as a model for strong leadership, develops and supports the Campus culture of team collaboration and commitment to delivering high quality services and outcomes, by being student- and employee-centered.
• Assists in maintaining campus emergency notification systems.
• Works with facilities in scheduling and coordinating events when public safety is needed.
• Meets regularly with AWARE Team.

This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.

Compensation: $65,000-$70,000 annually (based on education and experience) with full benefits,

Associate’s degree required, Bachelor’s preferred.

A minimum of 2 years of related experience showing a progression of responsibility and supervision, preferably in post-secondary education.

Must be adept at resolving individual and group conflicts and must have excellent written and oral communication skills.

Must possess excellent organizational, planning, evaluation, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to partner well with colleagues both in and outside of the organization.

Must have the ability and willingness to travel within the state for work and occasional out-of-state travel for appropriate professional development. The incoming employee must hold a valid Indiana driver's license and complete the Driver Approval Form to obtain authorization from the Systems Office for operating any College-owned, leased, or rented vehicles as part of their job responsibilities.

Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our full-time faculty and staff. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

Health & Wellness

• Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution
• Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia
• Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
• Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
• Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care

Retirement & Financial Security

• 10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years
• Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits

Educational Benefits

• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children
• Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs
• Paid professional development opportunities

Work‑Life Balance

• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess
• Flexible work arrangements where available
• Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)
• Paid parental leave (4 weeks)

Additional Perks

• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services

Ivy Tech is proud to offer benefits that support your health, your family, and your future—because when our employees thrive, our students and communities thrive too. For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.

Note: Employees who re-hire with the College within 180 days of leaving a full-time position with the College may be eligible for additional benefits depending on their bridged seniority date.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.