University Executive Director of Public Safety
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University Executive Director Of Public Safety
The City University of New York (CUNY) is seeking a strategic, innovative, and solutions-oriented leader to serve as the University Executive Director (UED) of Public Safety. Reporting to the Executive Vice Chancellor/Chief Operating Officer, the UED is the senior-most authority for public safety, security, emergency management, and risk mitigation across the University. This leader provides the strategic vision and operational oversight needed to modernize safety practices and ensure the well-being of the CUNY community. As CUNY's chief public safety executive, the UED oversees safety operations across 26 urban campuses, managing a broad portfolio that includes crime prevention, investigations, access control, fire and life safety, emergency preparedness, crisis response, and complex risk assessments involving human, chemical, and cyber related threats. The UED also directs the Public Safety Training Academy, ensuring personnel receive high quality, compliant training aligned with state and municipal standards. Working collaboratively with Campus Public Safety Directors, Peace Officers, and external partners, the UED leads the development of an integrated safety network across the University. Key priorities include implementing systemwide policies, strengthening alert and communication systems, scaling best practices and emerging technologies, and supporting campus leadership in maintaining safe and inclusive environments. The UED models exceptional leadership grounded in professionalism, accountability, and community trust ensuring that CUNY remains a national leader in urban university public safety. Key duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: lead development, implementation, and continuous refinement of University wide public safety policies and standard operating procedures; direct enterprise level emergency preparedness, continuity planning, and disaster readiness efforts; provide strategic guidance and expert counsel to senior University leadership on public safety priorities, emerging risks, and resource needs; supervise 15 essential public safety and administrative professionals, promoting excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement; cultivate strong relationships with campus communities, partner organizations, and external stakeholders to promote a community centered approach to public safety; support responsible planning, allocation, and stewardship of public safety resources and budgets; participate in and/or manage University wide strategic planning, emergency management committees, and senior level forums. To qualify, applicants should possess the following criteria: bachelor's degree and eight years' related experience. Compensation: $210,000 to $220,000. Posting is open until filled.
The City University of New York (CUNY) is seeking a strategic, innovative, and solutions-oriented leader to serve as the University Executive Director (UED) of Public Safety. Reporting to the Executive Vice Chancellor/Chief Operating Officer, the UED is the senior-most authority for public safety, security, emergency management, and risk mitigation across the University. This leader provides the strategic vision and operational oversight needed to modernize safety practices and ensure the well-being of the CUNY community. As CUNY's chief public safety executive, the UED oversees safety operations across 26 urban campuses, managing a broad portfolio that includes crime prevention, investigations, access control, fire and life safety, emergency preparedness, crisis response, and complex risk assessments involving human, chemical, and cyber related threats. The UED also directs the Public Safety Training Academy, ensuring personnel receive high quality, compliant training aligned with state and municipal standards. Working collaboratively with Campus Public Safety Directors, Peace Officers, and external partners, the UED leads the development of an integrated safety network across the University. Key priorities include implementing systemwide policies, strengthening alert and communication systems, scaling best practices and emerging technologies, and supporting campus leadership in maintaining safe and inclusive environments. The UED models exceptional leadership grounded in professionalism, accountability, and community trust ensuring that CUNY remains a national leader in urban university public safety. Key duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: lead development, implementation, and continuous refinement of University wide public safety policies and standard operating procedures; direct enterprise level emergency preparedness, continuity planning, and disaster readiness efforts; provide strategic guidance and expert counsel to senior University leadership on public safety priorities, emerging risks, and resource needs; supervise 15 essential public safety and administrative professionals, promoting excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement; cultivate strong relationships with campus communities, partner organizations, and external stakeholders to promote a community centered approach to public safety; support responsible planning, allocation, and stewardship of public safety resources and budgets; participate in and/or manage University wide strategic planning, emergency management committees, and senior level forums. To qualify, applicants should possess the following criteria: bachelor's degree and eight years' related experience. Compensation: $210,000 to $220,000. Posting is open until filled.