Assistant Director, Public Safety - INTERNAL POSTING FOR CURRENT KSU EMPLOYEES ONLY (2 openings)

Kent State • Kent, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 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.
• Certified as a law enforcement officer in the State of Ohio.
• 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
• Must possess a broad institutional perspective, planning skills, as well as a proactive style of leadership that encourages teamwork and interaction
• 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
• 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
• Must pass a security check.

Nice To Haves

• Police Executive Leadership College
• FBI National Academy
• related certifications in law enforcement management are preferred.

Responsibilities

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager