Dominican University
Assistant Director, Campus Safety
Dominican University, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Overview
Location:
River Forest, IL
Job Id: 2204
# of Openings: 1
Primary Purpose The Assistant Director of Campus Safety supports the leadership and daily operations of the department, ensuring the safety and security of the university community. This position serves as second-in-command in the absence of the Director and plays a key role in policy enforcement, emergency response, staff supervision, and collaborative safety initiatives across campus.
Responsibilities
Serve as acting lead in the absence of the Director of Campus Safety
Oversee security operations at assigned locations or satellite campuses
Review incident reports, initiate appropriate follow-up, and escalate matters to the Director
Ensure the safety of all campus community members and enforce university security policies and procedures
Act as liaison to external law enforcement and regulatory agencies
Assist in recruitment, training, scheduling, and performance evaluation of security staff
Ensure adequate staffing levels to meet campus safety needs
Provide guidance and support to security team members, identifying areas for development and improvement
Lead or co-lead departmental meetings and training sessions to enhance operational effectiveness
Represent the department at university meetings and functions as needed
Attend court or legal proceedings related to campus incidents as a witness or representative
Oversee timekeeping and attendance records for security personnel
Maintain a visible, accessible presence on campus, modeling the university’s commitment to safety and service
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor
Supervisory Responsibilities
Campus Safety Team Leads
Campus Safety Officers
Transportation Officers
Qualifications Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Emergency Management, or a related field (advanced degree preferred)
Minimum of three years of campus safety or security experience, with at least two years in a supervisory role
Demonstrated knowledge of applicable state laws, municipal codes, and best practices in campus safety
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage sensitive or emergency situations with professionalism and discretion
Proficiency with computer systems and incident reporting software
Strong decision-making and leadership capabilities
Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends, as needed
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced degree in Criminology, Conflict Resolution, or related discipline
Experience in a higher education or nonprofit setting
Physical Demands
Ability to spend long durations of the workday sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
Salary and FLSA Status
FLSA Status: Exempt – Full-time, 40 hours per wk.
Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement plan with employer matching
Tuition remission for employees and their dependents
About Dominican University Dominican University is a Catholic, comprehensive teaching university located in River Forest, a suburb of Chicago, with an additional campus in the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Dominican University offers associate, baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral degrees. It is highly regarded for its academic rigor, thoughtful accompaniment of students, intentional affordability, and values-based, relationship-centered learning environment.
Dominican currently enrolls over 3,800 students, including 2,690 undergraduates and 1,114 graduate students. Sixty-eight percent (68%) of undergraduate students identify as Latinx, 5% as Black or African American, and 3% as Asian. Under-represented minority students comprise 77% of the undergraduate enrollment and 38% of the graduate enrollment. Over 90 percent of undergraduates receive some form of financial aid. Nearly half of all undergraduates are first-generation college students; over half are federal Pell Grant recipients, illustrating their families’ level of income; and 58% are eligible for low-income MAP grants from the State of Illinois.
Recognized since 2011 as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) by the U.S. Department of Education, Dominican is committed to expanding and enhancing educational opportunities for Latinx students and all students from historically underrepresented groups. For more information, visit www.dom.edu.
Expectations for All Dominican Employees To support the University's mission of preparing students to pursue truth, give compassionate service, and participate in the creation of a more just and humane world, engage in university service work that promotes collaboration and community building. This includes participating in organizational initiatives, supporting campus events, contributing to community outreach, and fostering a diverse and inclusive environment through involvement in various staff-driven activities and groups.
Institutional Statement Dominican University is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic community. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Dominican University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.
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River Forest, IL
Job Id: 2204
# of Openings: 1
Primary Purpose The Assistant Director of Campus Safety supports the leadership and daily operations of the department, ensuring the safety and security of the university community. This position serves as second-in-command in the absence of the Director and plays a key role in policy enforcement, emergency response, staff supervision, and collaborative safety initiatives across campus.
Responsibilities
Serve as acting lead in the absence of the Director of Campus Safety
Oversee security operations at assigned locations or satellite campuses
Review incident reports, initiate appropriate follow-up, and escalate matters to the Director
Ensure the safety of all campus community members and enforce university security policies and procedures
Act as liaison to external law enforcement and regulatory agencies
Assist in recruitment, training, scheduling, and performance evaluation of security staff
Ensure adequate staffing levels to meet campus safety needs
Provide guidance and support to security team members, identifying areas for development and improvement
Lead or co-lead departmental meetings and training sessions to enhance operational effectiveness
Represent the department at university meetings and functions as needed
Attend court or legal proceedings related to campus incidents as a witness or representative
Oversee timekeeping and attendance records for security personnel
Maintain a visible, accessible presence on campus, modeling the university’s commitment to safety and service
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor
Supervisory Responsibilities
Campus Safety Team Leads
Campus Safety Officers
Transportation Officers
Qualifications Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Emergency Management, or a related field (advanced degree preferred)
Minimum of three years of campus safety or security experience, with at least two years in a supervisory role
Demonstrated knowledge of applicable state laws, municipal codes, and best practices in campus safety
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage sensitive or emergency situations with professionalism and discretion
Proficiency with computer systems and incident reporting software
Strong decision-making and leadership capabilities
Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends, as needed
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced degree in Criminology, Conflict Resolution, or related discipline
Experience in a higher education or nonprofit setting
Physical Demands
Ability to spend long durations of the workday sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
Salary and FLSA Status
FLSA Status: Exempt – Full-time, 40 hours per wk.
Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement plan with employer matching
Tuition remission for employees and their dependents
About Dominican University Dominican University is a Catholic, comprehensive teaching university located in River Forest, a suburb of Chicago, with an additional campus in the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Dominican University offers associate, baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral degrees. It is highly regarded for its academic rigor, thoughtful accompaniment of students, intentional affordability, and values-based, relationship-centered learning environment.
Dominican currently enrolls over 3,800 students, including 2,690 undergraduates and 1,114 graduate students. Sixty-eight percent (68%) of undergraduate students identify as Latinx, 5% as Black or African American, and 3% as Asian. Under-represented minority students comprise 77% of the undergraduate enrollment and 38% of the graduate enrollment. Over 90 percent of undergraduates receive some form of financial aid. Nearly half of all undergraduates are first-generation college students; over half are federal Pell Grant recipients, illustrating their families’ level of income; and 58% are eligible for low-income MAP grants from the State of Illinois.
Recognized since 2011 as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) by the U.S. Department of Education, Dominican is committed to expanding and enhancing educational opportunities for Latinx students and all students from historically underrepresented groups. For more information, visit www.dom.edu.
Expectations for All Dominican Employees To support the University's mission of preparing students to pursue truth, give compassionate service, and participate in the creation of a more just and humane world, engage in university service work that promotes collaboration and community building. This includes participating in organizational initiatives, supporting campus events, contributing to community outreach, and fostering a diverse and inclusive environment through involvement in various staff-driven activities and groups.
Institutional Statement Dominican University is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic community. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Dominican University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.
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