Regional Security Director-Oakland

About the Opportunity

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Senior Director for Global Site Security within the Northeastern University Police Department, the Regional Security Director (RSD) role is a dynamic, forward-thinking position focused on the development of a campus public safety team as well as oversight of security standards across multiple locations.

The Regional Security Director will lead the day-to-day operations of the Oakland Public Safety Department alongside the current Director of Public Safety. The Public Safety Department is a mid-size team of civilian public safety officers, dispatchers, and administrative personnel that support the Northeastern University Oakland campus in a 24/7 capacity, supplemented with contracted security services.

This position will be based out of the Oakland Campus with occasional travel requirements to the West coast Global Network locations. Occasional travel to the East coast & International campus locations may also be required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 5+ years of prior law-enforcement experience, preferably both operational and administrative
• At least 2 years of responsible leadership experience in the law enforcement or security field. Proven record of successful management of a law enforcement or security team or function similar in size and capacity as the Oakland Campus Department of Public Safety
• Experience with large campuses or areas with multi-purpose buildings and varying levels of risk assessment
• Familiarity with federal laws and CA state laws related to The Clery Act, Title IX, FERPA, and all applicable public safety and law enforcement regulations
• Demonstrated training with less lethal weapons, to include baton, OC spray, and handcuffs
• General knowledge of CPTED principles, to include basic security equipment such as security cameras, access control, and other target hardening measures
• Knowledge of public safety communications practices and procedures and the technical language of Police, Fire, EMS, APCO, and Public Safety.
• Completion of a CA Post Academy or recognized equivalent
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License and Passport
• Valid BSIS Card or California POST certification
• Ability to develop, plan, and coordinate schedules.
• Strong organizational & time management skills.
• Strong interpersonal, coaching, and management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively – to present ideas, both in writing and orally, in a technical and non-technical manner, with internal and external constituencies
• Ability to effectively instruct and lead training sessions related to public safety
• Exceptional project management skills are required
• Establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships, both within the university and externally with local, state, and federal partners
• Ability to work effectively with faculty, University administrators, government/industrial representatives, and students
• Ability to work with a broad range and diverse population of people
• High level of self-motivation and experience pivoting between rotating priorities.
• Ability to pass a comprehensive background check

PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice, communications, leadership, or other related area is preferred
• Completion of advanced training such as the FBI National Academy or other command school/college
• Standing member of the International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators (IACLEA) and/or the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP), or similar LE association
• Law enforcement or security experience in the field of higher is strongly preferred
• Additional training/credentials related to the area of physical security, public safety, law enforcement, and/or security technology.
• Experience leading or supporting the safety & security of large scale, high profile events
• Familiarity with the higher education environment, including academic, research, and administrative operations

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES

1) Oakland Public Safety Department (80%)

Lead the day-to-day operations and strategic growth of the Oakland Public Safety Department alongside the current Director of Public Safety. The Public Safety Department is a…