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Chief of Police, Public Safety

Posted 15 days ago

confidentialTowson (MD)

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Chief of Police, Public SafetyAbout the Company Top-ranked public university IndustryHigher Education TypeEducational Institution Founded1866Employees1001-5000 Categories EducationUniversitiesApplyCampusCollegeColleges & Universities MarylandMdStateSystemTUTowsonTowson University UniversitySpecialtiesCounselingMentoringNetworkingentrepreneurshipventure capitaland business accelerator
About the Role: The Company is seeking an Associate Vice President for Public Safety and Chief of Police to provide strategic leadership for law enforcement, security, and emergency services. The role oversees departmental operations, personnel, budget, procurement, access control, parking services, and security systems, while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and reporting requirements. Responsibilities include setting priorities, developing policies and operational plans, strengthening emergency preparedness, and advising senior leadership. The Chief will build collaborative relationships with campus stakeholders and external law enforcement partners, promote community trust, and support a safe and welcoming environment. Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in criminal justice, public administration, education, social sciences, or a related field, and have at least 10 years of progressively responsible sworn law enforcement leadership experience, including supervisory and management responsibilities. Preferred qualifications include a master's degree, experience in a campus safety setting, experience in a unionized environment, and completion of an executive law enforcement leadership program. Candidates should bring knowledge of community policing, campus security, crime prevention, training, and program assessment. Strong communication, judgment, empathy, integrity, and the ability to develop personnel, build partnerships, and lead effectively through complex situations are essential. Hiring Manager TitleSenior Vice President for Campus Operations and Chief Operating Officer FunctionsOperationsStrategy

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