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Director of Campus Safety

University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), Henderson, NV, United States


* **Advocate for Campus Safety Preparedness:** Champions campus safety preparedness by promoting a culture of readiness, awareness, and shared responsibility; elevating preparedness needs to campus leadership; and supporting proactive planning, training, and continuous improvement across the university.* **Coordinate Campus Safety Efforts:** Serves as Nevada State’s primary coordinating liaison with UPD, NSHE Risk Management, UNLV Fire and Life Safety, and other internal and external partners. This role does not include law enforcement command, operational response, or investigative responsibilities. Serves as Chair of the Nevada State University Safety Committee.* **Interdepartmental Safety Coordination**: Coordinates with Campus Infrastructure, Facilities, Housing, Events, and other departments to support a safe and functional campus environment, including collaboration on safety planning, hazard identification, emergency preparedness, and mitigation of physical and environmental risks.* **Policy Development:** Recommends and develops internal safety policies and procedures for Nevada State University campuses.* **Emergency Management:** Works collaboratively with UPD and campus partners to support the development, maintenance, testing, and continuous improvement of emergency plans and preparedness activities. Serves as a member of Nevada State’s Incident Management Team.* **Clery Compliance:** Leads select aspects of Nevada State’s compliance with the Jeanne Clery Act including chairing the Campus Clery Committee, coordinating CSA training, supporting required emergency response and evacuation testing, and participating in related records retention.* **Resource Allocation:** Recommends budgets and resources for safety programs and initiatives.* **Staff Supervision:** Supervises and evaluates the performance of Nevada State University Campus Safety support staff, including a Campus Safety Coordinator.* **Training and Development:** Develops, implements, and schedules training programs for university employees and students.* **Data Analysis and Reporting:** Collects, analyzes, and prepares reports to identify trends and areas for improvement.* **Compliance:** Ensures compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and accreditation standards.* Bachelor’s degree.* Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible roles in campus safety administration, emergency management, or regulatory compliance in a higher education environment.* 3-5 years of leadership and/or management experience.* Demonstrated ability to effectively coordinate with law enforcement agencies or campus police departments.* Demonstrated knowledge of and understanding of the Jeanne Clery Act and other federal and state laws with an direct impact on the work of the department.* Experience chairing committees or leading cross-functional working groups.* Possession of a valid driver license.* Demonstrated positive interpersonal skills.* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.* Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.* Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship (Nevada State does not sponsor employment-related visas).* Master’s preferred in a discipline appropriate to the role.* Experience in a multi-campus environment.* Detailed resume listing relevant qualifications and experience;* Cover Letter indicating why you are a good fit for the position and Nevada State University;* Names and contact information of three references (you will be notified before references are contacted).Having been established in 2002, Nevada State University places a special emphasis on the advancement of a diverse and largely underserved student population. Located on a developing 512-acre campus in the foothills of Henderson, Nevada, the university emphasizes high-quality instruction, exemplary service, engaging learning experiences and innovation as a means to more efficient, effective outcomes in all corners of the campus. With an enrollment surpassing 7,500 students, Nevada State University continues to grow as an institution of higher education.Nevada State University has grown to offer over 60 high-demand majors and minors. Curriculum is developed based upon the needs of communities in Nevada, business and industry, and the demands of its students. Top programs include nursing, education, business administration, biology and psychology.NSHE is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes).Steven Kenney

Associate Vice President of Human Resources

Title IX Coordinator

1300 Nevada State Drive

Rogers Student Center #325

Henderson, NV 89002

(702) 992-2320

TitleIXCoordinator@nevadastate.eduNevada State University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). The University’s commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Steven Kenney, Title IX Coordinator, Nevada State University, 1300 Nevada State Drive, Henderson, NV 89002, Telephone: (702) 992-2320, Email: TitleIXCoordinator@nevadastate.edu; to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-1100; Telephone: 1-800-421-3481 FAX: 202-453-6012; TDD: 1-800-877-8339; Email: OCR@ed.gov; or to both.Information pertaining to the University’s grievance procedures and grievance process, including how to report or file a complaint of sex discrimination, how to report or file a formal complaint of sexual harassment, and how the University will respond can be found here.If you need any accommodations to complete an application, please contact Human Resources at (702) 992-2320.Information regarding security, personal safety, fire safety, and crime statistics can be found at Nevada State University's .NSHE Employees are required to participate in a mandatory retirement plan in lieu of Social Security.

As a result, employment at NSHE may impact your Social Security benefits. Additional information is available at SSA 1945.Job postings are specific to the Nevada System of Higher Education. #J-18808-Ljbffr