Director of Public Safety

The University’s Division of Student Engagement and Success invites applications for the position of Director of Public Safety.

The Director is responsible for the oversight and management of all aspects of the Public Safety function and the supervision of all personnel.

Job Responsibilities

• Supervise all personnel assigned to the Public Safety Department, including hiring, training, performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, and work assignments.
• Oversee and manage public safety communications, dispatch operations, closed-circuit television (CCTV) systems, electronic access control systems, and parking operations and enforcement.
• Develop, implement, and maintain departmental operating procedures.
• Design and implement campus safety programs and initiatives.
• Communicate public safety concerns to the campus community and develop programs to reduce risk.
• Coordinate emergency notification procedures and oversee the University's Critical Incident Response Plan.
• Administer University transportation and parking policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with campus partners to support student well-being through wellness checks, outreach efforts, and personal safety education.
• Assist with investigations involving student conduct matters and criminal complaints occurring on campus.
• Partner with external agencies, including the Delaware Fire Department and Delaware Police Department.
• Support compliance with federal crime reporting requirements under the Clery Act and assist with statistical reporting.
• Serve as a senior administrator within the Division of Student Engagement and Success.
• Assist divisional leadership with budget management, resource planning, and other operational initiatives.
• Participate on University committees and contribute to institution-wide projects and initiatives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in law enforcement or security services.
• Strong customer service, verbal communication, and written communication skills, including the ability to prepare reports.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse college student populations.
• Basic computer proficiency and experience using industry-related software systems.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, including the ability to train, motivate, and supervise staff.
• Current Ohio driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience in law enforcement or security services within a college or university environment preferred.

To get started apply here!

NOTE:

Employment sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

Completed applications will include:

1) Cover Letter

2) Resume or Curriculum Vitae

3) The names, titles and contact information for three professional references.

Please e-mail application materials to: jobs@owu.edu

Application review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Located in the Columbus, Ohio metropolitan area, Ohio Wesleyan is a selective residential liberal arts college enrolling approximately 1,600 students. The college’s signature program, The OWU Connection, empowers students to complete research, community service, careers, and study abroad, teaching students to apply their knowledge in real-world settings. Ohio Wesleyan is featured in the book Colleges That Change Lives and was recently listed as the No. 1 liberal arts college in Ohio for social mobility by U.S. News and World Report. OWU is located in Delaware, OH, a lively college town just 30 minutes from Columbus, the 14th most populous city in the United States and part of the fastest growing, most economically vibrant areas of the Midwest. Columbus, known increasingly as the “Silicon Midwest,” was named by LinkedIn as one of the top 10 U.S. cities in which to launch your career.

To achieve our mission, we continually strive to foster a campus community where every individual is respected, supported, and able to flourish. We affirm the worth of all persons and welcome people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Ohio Wesleyan University is an equal opportunity institution and seeks applications from individuals who will contribute to, and help strengthen, our commitment to academic excellence, mutual respect, and the shared pursuit of knowledge.