Director of Public Safety

Detailed Position Description

St. Mary’s College of Maryland at Historic St. Mary’s City is accepting résumés for the position of Director of Public Safety.  The Director of Public Safety provides leadership and oversight for the Office of Public Safety and is responsible for leading and administering a complex department responsible for campus safety and security including parking, transportation, access, emergency management, event security and integrated security systems. Responsible for long term planning, management, and training of all uniform security officers. Must be able to work independently to handle confidential and sensitive issues with diplomacy. May supervise other clerical and student employees.

Qualifications:  Bachelor’s degree in law enforcement, management, or business.  Certified as MPTC officer and qualified in the use of firearms and other specialized equipment deemed necessary. Advance training in safety and security desirable. A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in all phases of law enforcement work; or an equivalent combination of training and experience required. Must possess a valid driver’s license.  Ability to understand and follow instructions and to express ideas effectively orally and in writing.  Ability to work with a variety of skilled, unskilled, professional, and administrative personnel.  Knowledge of office administration, budgeting, repair and maintenance of equipment, safety, and security matters. Employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check and proof of COVID-19 vaccination, medical and religious exemptions will be considered.

St. Mary's College of Maryland, the National Public honors College, is located in Historic St. Mary's City, 70 miles southeast of Washington, D.C. St. Mary’s College is one of the nation’s best public liberal arts colleges – ranked near the top in U.S. News & World Report and a Best Value for in-state and out-of-state students. Non-sectarian since its founding, the college with its scenic waterfront campus is primarily undergraduate and residential, with a diverse coeducational student body numbering approximately 1600. The up-to-date curriculum is designed for today’s students who want an active, hands-on education led by professors who are committed teachers and experts in their fields. The quality of life is enhanced by the recreational opportunities of the Chesapeake region and close proximity to the amenities of Washington D.C., Baltimore and Richmond.

St. Mary’s College (www.smcm.edu) embodies diversity and inclusion in its mission.  We create an environment that recognizes the value of individual and group differences, and we encourage inquiries from applicants who will contribute to our cultural and ethnic diversity.  Application materials should include a cover letter, résumé (including e-mail address), statement of how the applicant’s employment at the College will contribute to a culture of inclusion and campus diversity, and three references, and submitted online at: apply.interfolio.com/122060.  Questions may be directed to Dr. Jerri Howland at 240-895-4208.

Review of résumés will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  St. Mary’s College of Maryland is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

Visit our website: www.smcm.edu/hr

Employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check and proof of COVID-19 vaccination, medical and religious exemptions will be considered.

St. Mary’s College of Maryland is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.