Manager Campus Safety

Lake Sumter State College; Florida; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Sumter State College is seeking a Campus Safety Manager to lead safety, security and risk management across campuses, reporting to the AVP of Safety/Security and Risk Management.

The role involves overseeing policies, training, emergency plans, OSHA/ADA/fire safety compliance, and coordinating safety for events with college departments. It requires Guardian certification, 5+ years in campus safety or related fields, and strong communication and leadership abilities.

Qualifications

• Current Guardian Certification from a Florida Sheriff’s Office.
• Must maintain guardian certification through annual firearms requalification and mandatory training.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in law enforcement, military police, campus safety, or public safety management.
• Associate's degree or higher required; combination with experience acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and maintain departmental administrative processes.
• Assist in planning, preparation, and implementation of new policies, procedures, training, and emergency plans.
• Maintain working knowledge of federal laws, Florida statutes, and Florida Administrative Code.
• Supervise major campus events and coordinate safety officer schedules.
• Review and assist in safety planning and policy development.
• Participate in major campus events (Welcome Back, Commencement).
• Interact with college committees and campus community to enhance safety.
• Serve as a front-line and strategic member of Campus Safety Department.
• Provide training on crime, safety, and risk management; assist in evacuation drills.

Skills

Collaborative decision-making

Oral and written communication

Teamwork

Customer service

Professional demeanor

Ethical conduct

Planning and multitasking

Change management

Safety compliance

Education

Associate's degree or higher

Job description

The Campus Safety Manager reports directly to the Associate Vice President (AVP) of Safety/Security and Risk Management, and risk management programs, initiatives, and related activities, including building and life safety compliance (OSHA, ADA, and fire safety) for all Lake-Sumter State College (LSSC or College) campuses and centers, with an emphasis on the South Lake, along with our Four Corners and Sumter sites.

The Campus Safety manager is responsible for demonstrating LSSC’s core values of Caring, Communicating, Collaborating, and Celebrating when interacting with students, employees, visitors, and community members.

include, but are not limited to the following:

• Oversee and maintain departmental administrative processes.
• Assist in the planning, preparation, and implementation of new policies and procedures, training, and emergency plans.
• Maintain working knowledge of relevant federal laws, Florida state statutes, and Florida Administrative Code.
• Supervise and participate in the planning processes of major campus events and special events in consultation with the AVP and appropriate College departments.
• Assist in supervising special events and coordinating safety officer schedules.
• Review and assist in the preparation of safety planning and policy development.
• Participate in major campus events, including but not limited to Welcome Back and Commencement.
• Participate in division, college, or professional committees as assigned, or in the absence of the AVP.
• Serve as a vital front-line and strategic member of the College’s Campus Safety Department.
• Works to further the strategic goals of Campus Safety and the College through thoughtful interactions with all members of the College community.
• Assist in creating and facilitating training for students, faculty, and staff on crime, safety, and risk management, including compliance with annual evacuation/emergency drills.
• Work collaboratively with all areas of the college in addressing safety and security concerns, providing guidance and advice to ensure consistent enforcement of college policies and procedures relating to safety and security.
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Ability to work well in a collaborative decision-making environment.
• Ability to execute routine, effective oral and written communication skills, especially with the ability to speak and write persuasively.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with a variety of constituencies.
• Project professional demeanor and maturity, exercise sound judgment, demonstrate commitment toward outstanding service and teamwork.
• Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain good working relations with all college personnel, members of the local community, and representatives of state and federal agencies.
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects and follow through to completion in a timely manner.
• Demonstrated knowledge of state and federal laws, regulations, policies, and legal resources relating to but not limited to the Clergy Act and Title IX.
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate policies and procedures and recommend revisions as necessary.

ABILITIES/GENERAL:

• Promote a common purpose consistent with the College's stated goals and demonstrate a commitment to students and the learning environment.
• Possess knowledge of general written standards and procedures utilized, and have the ability to read, interpret, and follow procedural and policy manuals related to the job tasks.
• Demonstrate the ability to respond to supervision, guidance, and direction in a positive, receptive manner and follow stated policies.
• Deliver exceptional customer service by fostering a welcoming and supportive environment.
• Present a professional image in words, actions, and attire.
• Conduct oneself in a manner consistent with the College’s standards of ethical conduct.
• Apply effective techniques to establish and maintain working relationships, fostering collaboration to achieve common goals; effectively communicate and collaborate with others to achieve shared objectives.
• Demonstrate the skills necessary to examine situations and processes, making recommendations for improvement critically.
• Strong service orientation and ability to effectively work as a member or leader of a team by cooperating with others, offering to help others when needed, and considering larger organizational goals rather than individual concerns. Includes the ability to build &/or support a constructive team spirit where members are committed to the goals and objectives of the organization.
• Plan, organize, and successfully multitask to meet multiple deadlines and frequently new work tasks within required timeframes. Proven flexibility to successfully work on a variety of projects quickly and accurately.
• Effectively manage change and adaptability.
• Adheres to all workplace safety rules, safety laws, regulations, standards, and practices
• Ability to work various hours, including nights, early mornings, and weekends
• Ability to travel amongst various campuses and attend College events, on or off campus, as required.

• Required:
  • Current Guardian Certification from a Florida Sheriff’s Office, as outlined in Section 30.15(1)(k).
  • Must maintain guardian certification through annual firearms requalification and mandatory training throughout employment.
  • Associate's degree or higher from an accredited institution.
  • A combination of education and experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.
  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in law enforcement, military police, campus safety, or public safety management and progressively responsible supervisory roles.
• Preferred:
  • Experience supervising 10 or more direct reports.
  • Experience working in campus safety.
  • Excellent knowledge of the Incident Command System (ICS)
  • Established relationships with local law enforcement agencies.
  • Experienced in Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED)