Assistant Vice President, Public Safety

Assistant Vice President, Public Safety

About the Company

Well-established public research university

Industry
Higher Education

Type
Educational Institution

Founded
1851

Employees
5001-10,000

Categories

• Education
• Universities
• Colleges & Universities
• Colleges and Universities
• Florida State University

Specialties

• higher education
• research
• sciences
• and arts & humanities

About the Role

The Company is seeking an Assistant Vice President for Public Safety to serve as its chief public safety officer, providing strategic direction and executive leadership to ensure the safety and security of the campus community. The successful candidate will be responsible for the enforcement of criminal and traffic laws, as well as the development and implementation of comprehensive safety and emergency management strategies. This role involves overseeing a wide range of public safety operations, including investigations, special operations, intelligence, training, and support services. The AVP will also be tasked with building and maintaining partnerships with various stakeholders, both within the institution and with external agencies, and leading efforts to secure funding for safety and security initiatives. Applicants for the AVP position at the company should possess a master’s degree and a minimum of six years of executive-level experience in law enforcement, or a bachelor’s degree and eight years in the same. Extensive experience in incident preparedness and threat assessment is essential, with a preference for those with prior law enforcement experience in a university setting and advanced expertise in campus safety and security technologies. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a visible and engaged leadership presence, champion the mission of the institution, and build trust and credibility through transparency and accountability. They should be adept at cultivating collaborative relationships, exercising thoughtful judgment, and leading with steadiness during crises. The role requires a valid FL/GA Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one, and a Level 2 criminal history background check.

Hiring Manager Title
Senior Vice President for Finance and Administration

Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions

• Education/Academic Administration
• Operations