Threat Assessment Manager

Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 72,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Utah’s Department of Public Safety seeks a Threat Assessment Manager to coordinate behavioral threat assessment and management cases within TAM-T and TAMP, reporting to the Director. The role involves triaging referrals, conducting interviews, gathering information, and developing intervention strategies with campus partners.

You will provide case coordination, monitor changes, evaluate strategies, and share findings with law enforcement, human resources, student affairs, and Equal

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent with related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fact-finding investigations to support threat assessment and management.
• Gather and evaluate information through interviews, records reviews, and collaboration with partners.
• Prepare investigative reports, timelines, and case documentation for review.
• Provide input into case assessments and management plans with actionable findings.
• Document and communicate findings in professional reports while respecting confidentiality.
• Collaborate with campus stakeholders to inform decisions and share findings.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with laws and policies.

Skills

Leadership

Investigations

Interviews

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

WAVR-21

TRAP-18

Job description

Threat Assessment Manager

Job Summary

The Threat Assessment Manager is a key member of the University of Utah Department of Public Safety's Threat Assessment and Management Team (TAM-T), supporting the broader multidisciplinary Threat Assessment and Management Partnership (TAMP). Reporting to the Director of Threat Assessment and Management, this position coordinates complex behavioral threat assessment and management cases involving individuals whose behavior may pose a risk of targeted violence or other significant public safety concerns to the University community.

The incumbent applies professional judgment, discretion, and established behavioral threat assessment principles to identify, assess, and manage concerning behaviors. Responsibilities include reviewing and triaging referrals, conducting investigative inquiries and interviews, gathering and analyzing relevant information, identifying warning behaviors and risk factors, and developing individualized threat management and intervention strategies in collaboration with appropriate campus and healthcare partners.

The Threat Assessment Manager provides ongoing case coordination, monitors changes in behavior and circumstances, evaluates the effectiveness of management strategies, and facilitates timely information sharing and coordinated interventions consistent with applicable laws, policies, and confidentiality requirements. The position also provides subject matter expertise and case consultation to multidisciplinary TAMP partners, supporting a proactive, prevention-focused approach to behavioral threat assessment and management across the University.

Safety is a top priority for the University of Utah. The Chief Safety Officer (CSO) for the University is the Director of Public Safety and serves as chief of police services. The CSO is responsible for overseeing the University's Department of Public Safety, which includes the following operational divisions: University Police, Campus Security, Health Security, Emergency Management, Emergency Communications, and the central administrative Office of the CSO.

Safety looks and feels different to each person, and the U Department of Public Safety is committed to working with the community to foster a safe environment where all individuals feel empowered and equipped to succeed in their work, education, and other business with the university.

More at publicsafety.utah.edu.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fact-finding investigations to support the Threat Assessment and Management partnership in identifying, assessing, and managing potential threats to campus safety.
• Gather and evaluate information through interviews, records reviews, open-source intelligence, and collaboration with internal and external partners.
• Prepare investigative reports, timelines, and case documentation for review by the multidisciplinary team.
• Provide input into case assessments and management plans, ensuring information is thorough, accurate, and actionable.
• Document and communicate findings in clear, professional reports while maintaining sensitivity to individuals' lived experiences.
• Work closely with campus stakeholders, including law enforcement, human resources, student affairs, and Office of Equal Opportunity and Threat Assessment, to share findings and inform decisions.
• Maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and compliance within institutional policies and applicable laws.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related area or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience).
• Four to six years of progressively more responsible management experience.
• Background knowledge of hiring department's area of specialization in order to analyze, plan and draw conclusions for recommendations to superiors.
• Demonstrated leadership skills in planning and directing employees and processes in order to effectively monitor and develop subordinates and to ensure the smooth operation of the department.
• Completion of provided supervisory training within one year of employment may be required.
• Master's degree in a related area may be preferred.
• This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers, and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.
• Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences

• Demonstrated experience conducting investigations, gathering and analyzing information, and documenting findings related to complex behavioral or public safety concerns.
• Experience conducting investigative, behavioral, or threat assessment interviews, including interviews involving sensitive, high-risk, or potentially volatile situations.
• Training, certification, and/or practical experience utilizing Structured Professional Judgment (SPJ) threat assessment instruments, such as the WAVR-21, TRAP-18, or other recognized behavioral threat assessment tools.

Requisition Number: PRN46690B

Full Time or Part Time?: Full Time

Work Schedule Summary: Generally Monday – Friday 8:00am –5:00 pm, possible nights and weekends based on need

Department: 02128 - Chief Safety Officer

Location: Campus

Pay Rate Range: $71,500 to $99,500

Close Date: 02/06/2027