Mohawk Velley Community College is currently seeking a full-time Executive Director of Public Safety and Emergency Management in our Department of Public Safety and Emergency Management. The incumbent is responsible for the proper administration and efficient operation of the security and safety functions at Mohawk Valley Community College in order to assure a proper atmosphere for the pursuit of the educational objectives of the campus community. This position will provide vision, leadership, direction and supervise the daily activities of the security force, develop training programs for the public security personnel and college employees, and provide liaison between the public security office and various outside agencies. The Executive Director of Public Safety and Emergency Management models a strong commitment to service excellence. Key responsibilities for this position include: -Develops policies and procedures related to campus security and public safety and keeping the College President and Vice President for Administrative Services abreast of changes to Federal, State, and/or SUNY laws, rules and regulations related to safety and security; -Supervises the maintenance of law and order on campus and the enforcement of Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, as well as the rules and regulations of the College; -Initiates, directs, or supports as appropriate investigations of criminal activity and incidents of conflict between students, employees or the public; security and safety incidents; cyber-security incidents; or loss of College assets or employee property, interfacing with outside agencies as needed; -Investigates violations of Federal, State, and local laws or College policy involving faculty and staff that may result in administrative disciplinary actions or criminal charges being brought by law enforcement agencies; -Chairs the Colleges Safety Committee and is responsible for crisis and emergency response planning; -Acts as a liaison with Federal, State, and local law enforcement officials and governmental agencies to assure a mutual understanding of policies and procedures; -Provides for the management of, training for, and evaluation of staff assigned to the department; Supervises the scheduling of public safety staff, including local police officers who serve as supplemental security to ensure their efficient and effective deployment; Develops, presents and/or oversees programs designed to promote safety awareness for the campus community and in the campus residence hall including fire safety, laboratory and chemical safety, Right-to-Know and Work Place Violence training, etc. as required by Federal and State regulations; Develops and maintains Campus Emergency Response Plans and contingency plans for security operations in the event of acts of violence, civil disturbances, natural disasters and acts of terrorism; Encourages the College community, through positive and proactive programming, to support safety and security efforts, such as employee safety programs, crime prevention programs, and self-help recommendations; Qualifications: Required Qualifications: Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university Possession of a current, valid certificate as a peace or police officer and a valid New York State pistol permit Be a New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services Certified Police Officer or Peace Officer Five (5) years of experience in strategic and operational planning, budgeting, and supervision of subordinate managers and their staff Seven (7) years of progressive experience as a ranking officer in either a police department or as a peace officer with responsibilities for department administrative duties and supervision of officers Experience serving on task forces or other groups comprised of affiliated law enforcement agencies Special Instructions to Applicants: Official academic transcripts required upon hire.