Director of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness

Job description

Director of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness

Ivy Tech Community College | August 31, 2026

Job Type : Full Time

Employer: Ivy Tech Community College

The Director of Public Safety & Emergency Preparedness reports directly to the Executive Director of Public Safety & Emergency Preparedness (PSEP) in providing day-to-day supervision, oversight, and leadership for public safety and emergency preparedness for the campus. The Director works collaboratively with the Chancellor, the Executive Director of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, the Executive Director of Emergency Management and Continuity, the Executive Director of Clery Compliance, and other key campus stakeholders.

Major Responsibilities

Assists in the recruitment, selection, retention, and development of campus Public Safety staff.

Provides direct supervision to campus Public Safety staff.

Works with the Executive Director of Emergency Management and Continuity to implement comprehensive emergency management and business continuity plans and practices on campus.

Works with the Executive Director of Emergency Management and Continuity, Chancellor, and campus leadership to plan, draft, and execute progressive Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program-compliant drills and exercises.

Works with the Executive Director of Clery Compliance to ensure campus compliance with the Clery Act.

Collaborates with the Chancellor and the Executive Director of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness to establish a threat and risk-based front-line security staffing plan.

Acts upon guidance, in line with PSEP standards, for physical security, including but not limited to surveillance camera systems and electronic access control.

Provides PSEP leadership during campus crisis or emergency and liaises with the Executive Director of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness.

Meets regularly with the campus safety committee to identify and address safety concerns and issues relating to safety on campus.

Serving as a model for strong leadership, develops and supports the Campus culture of team collaboration and commitment to delivering high-quality services and outcomes, by being student- and employee-centered.

Assists in maintaining campus emergency notification systems.

Works with facilities in scheduling and coordinating events when public safety is needed.

Meets regularly with AWARE Team.

This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Executive Director of Public Safety & Emergency Preparedness

SUPERVISION GIVEN: Law Enforcement Officers (Part-Time)

SALARY RANGE: $60,000-$65,000

Education, Experience, and Other Requirements

A minimum of 2 years of related experience showing a progression of responsibility and supervision, preferably in post-secondary education.

Must be adept at resolving individual and group conflicts, and must have excellent written and oral communication skills.

Must possess excellent organizational, planning, evaluation, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to partner well with colleagues both in and outside of the organization.

Must have the ability and willingness to travel within the state for work and occasional out-of-state travel for appropriate professional development.

Ability to promote an inclusive environment that reflects the broad diversity and backgrounds represented by our students and employees, and in which every individual feels respected and valued.

Full-time, benefits-eligible position with no enrollment waiting period. Exceptional benefit offerings, including:

Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, spouse/child life insurance, long-term disability, and short-term disability.

Retirement Plan with 10% Employer contribution, no match necessary, with no waiting period.

Paid time off: vacation, sick time, holidays, winter break between December 25th and January 1st, and more. Up to 47 paid days off per year.

Free Ivy Tech tuition for employees, spouses, and dependents.

For those pursuing higher degrees, Tuition Reimbursement at other institutions.

Opportunities for Professional Development.

Discounts for rental cars, hotels, and electronic and mobile devices.

Eligible employer under the DOL Public Service loan forgiveness program.

Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our full-time faculty and staff. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution

Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia

Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses

Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources

Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards

Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care

10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years

Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage

Short-term and long-term disability benefits

Educational Benefits

Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children

Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs

Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess

Flexible work arrangements where available

Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)

Paid parental leave (4 weeks)

Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services

Ivy Tech is proud to offer benefits that support your health, your family, and your future—because when our employees thrive, our students and communities thrive too. For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit .

Note: Employees who re-hire with the College within 180 days of leaving a full-time position with the College may be eligible for additional benefits depending on their bridged seniority date.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.

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