Supervisor, Public Safety Police Department

The primary purpose of the Supervisor, Public Safety position is to plan and supervise the daily activities of UTPD Public Safety Officers and Senior Public Safety Officers, to be the main contact and resolution point for building occupants in order to resolve security and safety issues, and to maintain and implement policies, procedures, and operational plans for ensuring safety and security.

Coordinate with Police personnel as necessary to maintain standards, effective communication, and continuous improvement processes for the delivery of security services in their assigned area. Develop, train, and evaluate personnel to meet professional standards and customer expectations. Through observation and patrol, safeguard institutional property, identify security issues, and enforce institutional rules and regulations. In emergencies, observe, report, and facilitate the orderly response to and, if necessary, evacuation of buildings and structures.

An ideal candidate is a proactive and experienced leader who effectively supervises and develops public safety teams, resolves complex security issues, collaborates with law enforcement, and ensures a safe, compliant environment through strong communication, operational oversight, and continuous improvement.

* MD Anderson offers employees:
* * Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day for employees who work 30 or more hours per week.

* Group Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D and Disability coverage.

* Paid time off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) paid leave accruals.

* Paid institutional holidays, wellness leave, childcare leave, and other paid leave programs.

* Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service.

* Teachers Retirement System defined-benefit pension plan and two voluntary retirement plans.

* Employer paid life, AD&D and an illness-related reduced salary pay program.

* Extensive wellness, recognition, fitness, employee health programs and employee resource groups.

* Opportunities for professional growth through Career Development Center and Mentoring programs.

* KEY FUNCTIONS:
* Provides leadership, supervision, training, and professional development of public safety officers and senior public safety officers.

Conducts annual and periodic performance reviews for assigned personnel and provides periodic compliance and performance reports to management. Plans, schedules, coordinates, and assigns work and establishes goals and priorities for subordinate employees. Serves as a front-line contact with clients and acts as the customer's advocate to ensure the efficient and effective delivery of security services.

Provides technical expertise to resolve safety and security issues involving personnel and other institutional staff. Responds to calls for

service and provides requested services in a timely manner and in accordance with policies and procedures. Reviews processes and procedures for effectiveness and efficiency and makes recommendations on process improvements.

Meets and confers with law enforcement personnel and directly supports police initiatives in university buildings and on property, whether through intelligence, surveillance, or as a patrol activity to prevent crime, identify wanted persons,

or to anticipate the opportunity for crime, disorder, or fires. Meets and confers with security and access control systems management to ensure he/she and the staff have a clear and thorough working knowledge of security devices and protocols. Ensures

security devices are operating reliably and as intended, and that devices in failure are reported immediately when detected.

Other duties as assigned.

* EDUCATION:

* Required:

High School Diploma or Equivalent.

Preferred:
Bachelor's Degree Criminal Justice, Security Management, or related field.

* EXPERIENCE:

* Required:

Five years experience in security or related field to include two years in a supervisory/team lead capacity.

Successful completion of the LEADing Self Accelerate and/or LEADing Self Discover programs may substitute for one year of required supervisory or management experience. Completion of both programs can be substituted for a maximum of two years of supervisory or…