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Director for Safety and Security

Posting Number S01426JP

Department Safety and Security

Job Summary

Bowdoin College seeks a dynamic and experienced leader to serve as Director for Safety and Security. This key leadership role provides strategic direction and operational oversight in alignment with the department’s mission, values, and commitment to excellence, while fostering a safe and welcoming environment for all students, faculty, staff, and visitors. Key responsibilities include:

+ Leadership and Strategy – Collaborate with the Associate Vice President for Safety and Security to establish departmental goals and strategic direction, including developing and implementing safety and security policies, procedures, and practices that reflect industry best standards

+ Program Development and Evaluation – Design and maintain a quality assurance plan aligned with departmental objectives, and regularly assess performance metrics to ensure goals are met or exceeded

+ Team Management – Oversee staffing, supervision, performance evaluations, and professional development of the department, and ensure equitable and consistent administration of College policies in hiring, supervision, and termination processes

+ Budget Oversight – Prepare and manage the departmental budget, including monitoring expenditures, implementing cost-control measures, and reviewing and authorizing departmental purchases

+ Collaboration and Community Engagement – Serve as the College’s liaison with local, state, and federal agencies, as well as peer institutions throughout Maine and New England. Foster collaboration, share best practices, and coordinate training opportunities.

+ Operational Oversight – Ensure staffing and planning for special events and emergency situations, as well as prepare and approve security incident reports and conduct or coordinate investigations as needed. Maintain compliance and serve as the College’s Clery Act Compliance Officer

Compensation, Benefits, and Perks:

+ The hiring range for this position is expected to be $93,000 – $110,000

+ A variety of health insurance plans (Medical, Vision, Dental)

+ Generous Retirement Plan – 401(a) and 403(b)

+ Life and Disability Insurance

+ Paid Time Off: 20 days of vacation per calendar year, 12 days of personal/sick time

+ Paid Holidays and Special Days Off

+ Paid Parental Leave (Available after one year of service)

+ Household access to many of the College’s facilities including the gym and pool

+ Free fitness and wellness classes!

+ And more: https://www.bowdoin.edu/hr/benefits-perks/index.html

Education/Skills Requirements

+ Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration or related field

+ Advanced training from the Maine Criminal Justice Academy or equivalent highly preferred

+ Must hold current CPR /First Aid certification or be willing to obtain upon hire

+ Ability to assess campus safety and security operations holistically and develop a strategic vision that fosters a highly responsive, community-focused department recognized for its commitment to the safety and well-being of the entire College community

+ Ability to develop effective and sustained relationships with students, faculty, and staff

+ Exceptional interpersonal skills and leadership ability to establish rapport with and foster cooperative and respectful environment for students, faculty, staff, alumni, dignitaries, visitors, and other constituencies

+ Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to conduct investigations, share information, seek input, adapt messaging for varied audiences, and handle confidential information with discretion

+ Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously

+ Ability to remain calm under pressure, paired with a strong work ethic, high motivation, creativity, and proven leadership skills

+ Skilled in conflict resolution and negotiation, with a collaborative approach that values multiple perspectives

+ Working knowledge of safety and security technology systems, maintenance, and reporting

+ A valid driver’s license and the ability to meet the requirements of the College’s Motor Vehicle Use Policy

Experience Requirements and/or Equivalents

+ At least 10 years of advancing experience—with demonstrated leadership—in security, public safety, emergency management, or related field

+ Prior experience in higher education or a similarly complex academic environment highly preferred

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in this posting to be considered for hire.

Standard Work Days and Hours

+ This is a full-time, year-round (1.0 FTE ) exempt position, working 40 hours per week, primarily Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

+ Occasional evening and weekend hours are required in response to incidents.

+ The position includes 24/7 on-call responsibilities, except during scheduled vacations, and requires a time commitment necessary to fulfill the role’s essential duties.

+ The anticipated start date will be on or after July 1, 2025

Employment at Bowdoin College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of applicable background checks including but not limited to: criminal records, educational verifications, driving records (when job-related), and/or credit history (when job related).

We regret that Bowdoin College is unable to provide visa sponsorship for staff positions.

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About Bowdoin

Bowdoin embraces diversity in all forms, and the College is home to talented students, faculty and staff—with a variety of racial, ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds; religious beliefs; and gender identities, among other factors.

We encourage applications from candidates committed to the support of an inclusive campus community and those who will enrich and contribute to the College’s multifaceted diversity. We value a community in which individuals of all backgrounds are warmly welcomed and encouraged to succeed.

Founded in 1794, Bowdoin has maintained its commitment to the liberal arts for well over 200 years. Bowdoin’s reputation as a preeminent liberal arts college rests on the excellence of its faculty, students, and staff; intimate size; strong sense of community; and connections to the people, history, and natural beauty of Maine.

Bowdoin’s campus is situated in a beautiful natural setting. Located in Brunswick, Maine, a town of approximately 20,000, the College is a short drive from the Maine coast, twenty-five miles from Portland and 120 miles from Boston.

Shift N/A

Employment Category Full Time Year Round

FTE 1.00

Benefits Eligible Yes

Pay Type Salaried

Background Check Package Requirements Administrative Staff + MVR

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Bowdoin vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job? Yes

Is a pre-placement physical required for this position? No

Posting Date 05/16/2025

Applications Accepted Until

Open Until Filled Yes

Type of Posting Internal/External

Special Instructions to Applicants

If selected as a finalist, you will be required to submit information for three references, including name, email address, phone number and how you know the reference.

EEO Information

Bowdoin College complies with applicable provisions of federal and state laws that prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment, admission, or access to its educational or extracurricular programs, activities, or facilities based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry and national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, marital status, place of birth, genetic predisposition, veteran status, or against qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities on the basis of disability, or any other legally protected statuses.

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