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Director of Campus Safety

Bates College · Lewiston, Maine, US

Title: Director of Campus Safety Position Purpose: The Director of Campus Safety leads a team committed to a community-focused safety model grounded in preve...

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Title: Director of Campus Safety Position Purpose: The Director of Campus Safety leads a team committed to a community-focused safety model grounded in prevention, education, accountability, and trust-building. The role requires strong collaboration across campus and with external partners to ensure effective, equitable, and legally compliant safety practices. This role is responsible for all aspects of campus safety operations, including emergency management, communications/dispatch, policy enforcement, transportation services, and building access control. Job Duties: Strategic & Administrative Leadership: - Provide overall leadership and direction for campus safety operations, including staffing, policy development, and resource management. - Recruit, supervise, develop, and evaluate Campus Safety personnel, fostering a culture of professionalism, accountability, and continuous learning. - Lead the development and implementation of training programs emphasizing de-escalation, trauma-informed response, and community engagement. - Oversee maintenance of CALEA accreditation and ensure continuous improvement of departmental standards. - Develop and maintain policies, procedures, and...