• Job Type: Officer of Administration
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• Hours Per Week: 35
• Salary Range: $73,500 - $105,335

Position Summary

Reporting to the Director, Special Operations & Events, the incumbent is responsible for assisting in the coordination of all other-than routine Public Safety operations at the Morningside and Manhattanville campuses. Responsibilities continues to grow in scope as the Manhattanville expansion grows.

Responsibilities

• In the absence of the Director, the Assistant Director, Special Operations and Events will attend pre-event reviews and planning sessions related to these events and special operations and will make recommendations to the Director regarding the appropriate level of Public Safety presence required.
• Work with administrators, faculty, student groups, and outside entities to accomplish the same.
• Activities of this position include participating in the planning and managing of all sensitive and high-profile events, including but not limited to:
  • Commencement
  • Student Move-In/Move-Out
  • Convocation
  • Class Days
  • World Leader's Forum
  • University Seminars and athletic events
• Prepares all necessary documentation and ensures efficient scheduling of proprietary or contract guards for all events requiring a Public Safety presence beyond normal operations.
• Assists Director as liaison with Federal, State, and Local Law Enforcement agencies and other security entities on all matters of mutual concern related to University events; coordinates plans and coverage.
• Develop and implement safety protocols tailored to specific events.
• Coordinates risk assessments and emergency response plans for diverse events.
• Works closely with event organizers, campus departments, and local law enforcement to ensure seamless coordination,
• Acts as the liaison between the campus safety department and external event stakeholders.
• Provides on-site supervision during events to monitor and address safety concerns in real time. 
• Coordinates deployment of security personnel and first responders as needed. 

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum 4-6 years of related experience, preferably in security or law enforcement operations in a large organization.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Must possess the ability to work effectively and tactfully with a broad constituency of students, faculty, staff, and other building occupants.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

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