Associate Vice President, Safety/Security Risk Mgmt.

Job Summary

The Associate Vice President for Campus Safety, Risk Management, and Compliance provides strategic leadership and executive oversight for all functions related to campus safety, security, emergency management, risk mitigation, and Title IX and Clery Act compliance across the College. The AVP sets the strategic vision, policies, and direction for a comprehensive safety and risk management infrastructure designed to protect the institution's physical, human, and reputational assets.
This position serves as the College’s Title IX Coordinator and Clery Compliance Officer, ensuring institutional adherence to all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The AVP advises senior leadership, including the President’s Cabinet, on matters related to campus safety, emergency preparedness, regulatory compliance, and institutional risk exposure, and leads the development of proactive strategies to foster a safe, wide-ranging, and resilient campus environment.

The AVP exemplifies and promotes LSSC’s values of learning, people, student success, forward thinking, commitment to excellence, accessibility, partnerships, and sound management practices, while modeling the College’s core service excellence standards of Caring, Communicating, Collaborating, and Celebrating in all interactions.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Leadership and Strategic Oversight

• Provide executive leadership for the College’s comprehensive campus safety, security, emergency management, and risk mitigation programs.
• Develop and implement a strategic vision for safety, compliance, and risk management that aligns with institutional priorities and accreditation standards.
• Serve as the College’s senior advisor on issues of campus safety, risk exposure, and regulatory compliance, providing expert recommendations to the President’s Cabinet.
• Direct the development and implementation of institutional policies, procedures, and initiatives that enhance safety, preparedness, and compliance.
• Oversee the design and execution of comprehensive emergency preparedness plans and continuity of operations strategies.

• Provide executive oversight of all campus safety and security operations, ensuring an integrated, professional, and community-oriented approach.
• Ensure the effective operation, maintenance, and enhancement of security technologies, including access control and emergency notification systems.
• Chair and provide executive direction for the Campus Safety and Operations Committee and serve as a senior member of the Emergency Management and CARE Teams.
• Foster strong partnerships with local, state, and federal law enforcement, fire, and emergency management agencies.

• Lead the College’s enterprise risk management efforts, identifying, assessing, and mitigating operational, reputational, and compliance risks.
• Direct the administration of the College’s property, liability, and casualty insurance programs in collaboration with the Florida College System Risk Management Consortium.
• Oversee claim management, risk assessments, and loss prevention initiatives.
• Monitor and interpret evolving laws and regulations (e.g., OSHA, ADA, EPA, Title IX, Clery Act) to ensure ongoing compliance and institutional readiness.
• Conduct and oversee investigations related to safety incidents, Title IX, and compliance concerns, ensuring timely resolution and implementation of corrective actions.

• Serve as the College’s Title IX Coordinator, ensuring institutional compliance with all provisions of Title IX and related federal and state mandates.
• Provide leadership in policy development, training, and education initiatives to promote awareness and prevention of discrimination and harassment.
• Oversee the completion and publication of the Annual Security Report and Clery Act compliance reporting.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to maintain transparency and accountability in all compliance-related functions.

• Provide strategic oversight of budgets, contracts, and personnel within the areas of campus safety, risk management, and compliance.
• Guide the professional development of staff to foster a culture of service, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Serve as a key liaison with state agencies, legal counsel, and higher education associations on safety and compliance matters.
• Oversee content management for the SAFE LSSC website and mobile safety application.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the College’s mission and strategic plan.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Demonstrated expertise in strategic planning, policy development, and organizational leadership within safety and compliance functions.
• In-depth knowledge of applicable federal and state regulations, including the Clery Act, Title IX, OSHA, ADA, and EPA requirements.
• Proven ability to lead complex investigations, manage risk, and drive institutional compliance initiatives.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust across varied campus and community constituencies.
• Demonstrated ability to lead through collaboration, influence, and strategic partnerships.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple initiatives effectively.
• Commitment to fostering a comprehensive and respectful environment that supports student success and employee engagement.

Minimum Qualifications & Education

Required

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with emergency management, safety and security, criminal justice, law enforcement, fire safety, risk management, or related field
• Seven (7) years of progressively responsible professional experience in relevant areas such as leadership, administration, operations, or program management.
• A combination of education, extensive experience, and demonstrated leadership may be considered in lieu of the stated degree and experience requirements.

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• Experience in higher education administration at the director or executive level.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Emergency Manager (CEM), Certified Protection Professional (CPP), or related credentials.

Lake-Sumter State College provides a wide range of affordable, competitive, and comprehensive benefits that are a vital part of your total compensation package. These programs are centered around health and wellness, financial security, and professional development.