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Assistant Director, Public Safety - INTERNAL POSTING FOR CURRENT KSU EMPLOYEES O

Kent State, Kent, OH, United States


Assistant Director, Public Safety Location: Kent Campus - Kent, OH

Salary: $67,706 - $90,441

Basic Function Assist the Director in providing leadership for the Department of Public Safety; may be assigned responsibility for one or more specific units and functional areas within the department. Exercise department wide decision making authority in the absence of the Director. Reports to the Director, Public Safety.

Duty Examples

Assist in general administration of department to include establishment and implementation of policies and procedures, development of goals and objectives, personnel administration and development, and budgeting.

Provide law enforcement support and coordination for and between all Kent State University campuses.

Manage assigned unit(s) of department.

Supervise and train staff for assigned unit(s); assess department training needs.

Perform designated functions of the Director in their absence.

Serve on various university and external committees.

Perform special assignments/projects as assigned.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, public administration or relevant field. A minimum of four years progressively responsible experience in management within a university police or public safety department, or related law enforcement experience OR a combination of relevant education, training and experience equivalent to eight years in law enforcement management.

License / Certification Certified as a law enforcement officer in the State of Ohio.

Knowledge Of

Current and effective emergency management practices and strategies

Federal, State, and local laws and regulations pertaining to law enforcement, law enforcement procedures and methods, police leadership/management, budgeting, strategic planning and personal computer applications

Public safety integrated systems and protocols

National Incident Management System

Skill In

Written, verbal and interpersonal communication - and proven negotiation and group presentation

Utilizing Microsoft Office Suite and other applicable software

Organizing information and projects

Adhering to deadlines

Ability To

Work independently and as part of a team

Provide leadership and direction; analyze situations and develop effective solutions

Multi-task while managing multiple projects and assignments

Think strategically

Preferred Qualifications – if applicable: Police Executive Leadership College; FBI National Academy; related certifications in law enforcement management are preferred.

Assessments Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge, skills, abilities which require assessments.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements Working conditions may vary with shifts, responsibilities, and situational demands. Physical requirements may include standing, walking, carrying equipment, and operating vehicles in accordance with department policies.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to non-discrimination to employ and advance qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. We comply with VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

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