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Director of Campus Safety

Who We Are
With three campuses along Colorado’s Front Range, Front Range Community College is the state’s largest community college. We enroll close to 28,000 students annually from our diverse service area, which offers a variety of cultural and recreational activities.

Each year approximately 5,000 FRCC students transfer to four-year universities. FRCC offers more than 36 career training programs that prepare students for immediate employment and rewarding careers. Last year, more than 5,000 high school students took concurrent enrollment classes with us, earning college credit without having to pay college tuition. And we were recently ranked as one of the “Top Online Colleges” in the country by Newsweek.

One of FRCC’s main goals is to offer educational excellence for everyone. The college’s strong commitment to student success means we start by creating an inclusive and equitable environment—one where both students and employees feel they belong and are supported. FRCC’s focus on diversity, equity and inclusion is woven into the fabric of our college conversations and decision-making processes. We are actively seeking to hire a workforce that reflects the diversity of our student body.
The college is also an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution. For us, becoming an HSI is an intentional commitment to being a college where our Latinx (and other historically marginalized) students thrive.

FRCC employees and leaders work hard to create a culture of collaboration, innovation and pride. We’re looking to hire people who share these values—along with our commitment to student success, equity and excellence.

Who You Are

As the Director of Campus Safety, reporting directly to the Vice President of Operations, you will be responsible for creating the strategy and direction of FRCC’s police, safety, security and emergency preparedness programs and providing subject matter expertise, technical guidance, training and risk analysis services to ensure compliance with federal, state, local agency rules and regulations and System Office standards. You will be responsible for the planning, development, implementation, and assessment of programs for College security and emergency preparedness.

In this position, you will provide leadership and supervision to the Campus Safety Department in developing and implementing the College’s vision for safety, security and emergency preparedness across a three-campus college. You will analyze current operations and develop a long-range plan for operational effectiveness and will build partnerships with key stakeholders to ensure standardization of business processes, policies and procedures. You operate as the point of contact and primary interface for safety assets and ensure compliance with established standards.

As the Director of Campus Safety, you will make recommendations to College leadership regarding all aspects of safety, security and emergency preparedness; prevention, mitigation, planning and training for the College and lead the implementation of changes. You will develop and support a positive department culture that embraces confidence, integrity, innovation, trust, diversity, equity and inclusion.

Ideally, you will develop strong community relations within the College and with College partners. You have an operational awareness of best practices and national trends related to safety/security and legal issues impacting higher education. You lead in a way that is confident, approachable, motivational and transparent with the ability to be firm, clear and direct.

This position does have the opportunity to work remotely occasionally but does require a strong on-campus presence and will need to travel to all three FRCC campuses. Additionally, this position is classified as a critical position at the college, as such, the Director of Campus Safety can be expected to work and/or remain at their work site in delayed start, early release, or closure situations.

Please note: You need to be a Colorado resident on your first day of employment. Also, Front Range Community College is an E-Verify employer.

SALARY: $102,000 to $104,040 annually

The salary range reflects the minimum and maximum starting salary for the position. When determining the starting salary for a new employee, FRCC takes into consideration a combination of the selected candidate's education, training and experience as it relates to the requirements of the position, as well as the position's scope and complexity, internal pay equity and external market value.

BENEFITS: Please click here to find more information about APT & Faculty Benefits

SELECTION PROCESS: Position will remain open until filled with a priority deadline of February 25, 2025. This posting may be used to fill multiple or similar positions.

Preliminary screening will be made on the basis of completed application package submitted by candidate. In your application, please include a photocopy of your POST certificate, a resume, and a cover letter that specifically addresses how your background and experience align with requirements, qualification and responsibilities of the Director, Campus Safety.

Primary Duties

Leadership

Develops and guides the implementation of goals, objectives, guidelines, procedures and work standards for the department
Leads, manages, and mentors a team of safety and security professionals, offering guidance, training and professional development opportunities to strengthen their skills and knowledge. Provides timely constructive feedback and conducts performance evaluations.
Partners with Human Resources to coordinate the recruitment, selection and training of all department personnel.
Cultivates a cohesive team culture, emphasizing relationship-building, exceptional customer service, and a community-focused approach to safety and security.
Partners with the VP of Operations to develop, and implement strategic plans that meet current and long-range needs.

Safety and Security

Interprets and upholds FRCC, CCCS, federal, state and local rules and policies related to security and safety.
Maintains the operational effectiveness of security equipment and systems; ensuring Campus Safety are properly trained in in their use.
Prioritizes and allocates available resources effectively; continuously assessing programs and service delivery to enhance performance maximize impact.
Stays informed on changes in state and federal laws and technology affecting departmental operations, implementing necessary policy and procedural changes.
Ensures the FRCC Safety & Preparedness webpage and intranet remain current and accurate.
Ensures compliance with the Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act of 1990 (“Clery Act”), including accurate data collection, annual report compilation and publication, and the electronic and hard copy distribution and retention of the report.

Emergency Planning

Chairs the Crisis Response Team (CRT), guiding the development, implementation and assessment of an effective Emergency Operations Plan (EOP), while fostering collaboration among CRT members.
Coordinates campus emergency response drills and ensures proper implementation of Incident Command System (ICS) and National Incident Management System (NIMS) training. Partners with the President and other senior leadership to promote a culture of safety and security across the College.
Maintains and enhances the College’s emergency operations and continuity of operations plans, ensuring they remain current and effective.
Ensure effective emergency preparedness and response from students, faculty and staff.
Develops, implements, administers and assesses life safety, fire control, and disaster preparedness programs, systems and procedures.
Develops and delivers preventative safety training programs for students, faculty, and staff across all campus locations, ensuring preparedness for critical situations and the availability of necessary safety equipment and supplies.
Leads emergency response efforts, ensuring communication and coordination among key College personnel.

Administrative

Prepares, directs, and/or collaborates on the preparation of a variety of written materials, including correspondence, reports, bids, requests for proposals, contracts and procedures.
Ensures the accurate maintenance of official departmental files.
Manages the department’s budget, providing recommendations for budget planning and allocation.

Community & Partnerships

Acts as the primary liaison to local, state and federal law enforcement agencies on matters concerning college safety and security issues.
Represents the department and the College in meetings with internal stakeholders. governmental agencies, local law enforcement agencies, local emergency response agencies and public and private organizations.
Partners with the Office of Equity and Inclusion to promote equity, diversity and inclusive excellence throughout the College.
Collaborates with faculty and staff to strengthen and maintain a safe and supportive learning and working environment.

Required Competencies

Security Management: Demonstrated expertise in managing security operations, including risk assessments, emergency response protocols, and incident management.
Emergency Management: Proficient in developing and implementing comprehensive emergency response plans, including drills and exercises to test preparedness. Ensure that emergency response plans consider the needs of all individuals, including those with disabilities, language barriers, or unique cultural requirements.
Cultural Competence: Demonstrated understanding and appreciation of cultural differences to effectively interact with a diverse campus community.
Equity Mindedness: Ability to develop and implement security policies that treat all individuals fairly and equitably, ensuring that no particular group is disproportionately impacted.
People Leadership and Team Building: Demonstrated dedication to recruitment, retention, and success of security staff. Hire appropriate staff, support and team that innovates and collaborates, directly address conflicts and poor performance. Provide training to security personnel on DEI issues and promoting sensitivity in their interactions with individuals from different backgrounds.
Relationship Building: Establish and maintain positive relationships with local law enforcement agencies and emergency services providers. Collaborate with different departments within the college to promote a culture of safety and security campus wide. Communicate effectively when interacting with students, staff, faculty, law enforcement agencies, and other stakeholders.
Problem Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify security vulnerabilities and implement effective solutions.
Ethical Conduct: High ethical standards and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
Data Collection and Analysis: Utilize data collection and analysis to identify potential disparities in security incidents and work towards equitable solutions.

Qualifications

Required Education/Training & Work Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in a public safety related field and 5 years' work experience in public safety.

Equivalent year for year experience in law enforcement or security at a higher education institution.

AND

Current or past completion of a law enforcement academy in Colorado or another state resulting in POST certified status including being hired with a law enforcement agency to complete the POST certification requirement. (Must provide a photocopy of the POST certificate with the application packet)
Must maintain Colorado POST peace officer certification
3-5 years of increasing responsible experience in a supervisory position within law enforcement or within security at an institution of higher education.
2-4 years of experience working with security cameras, video management systems, emergency notification platforms and mass communication systems.
Experience in emergency operations management and planning.
Ability to work effectively with populations representing diverse background, life experiences and abilities.
Must have a valid Colorado driver’s license.

Preferred Education/Training & Work Experience:

Ability to communicate effectively in Spanish

Welcoming. Respectful. Inclusive. Together, we are FRCC.

For information regarding Front Range Community College Security, including Clery Act/Crime Statistics for the campuses and surrounding area, please see: https://www.frontrange.edu/careers/notices.html.